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POPULATION
Population data references the United States Bureau of the Census, or the State Department of Economic Security. Population data illustrated compares the most recent census with the 1990 census, and is updated when population data changes are announced.

Most Recent Reporting Year

Total Maricopa County Population Change:
July 1, 2005 to July 1, 2006 (In Thousands)
Year Net Migration Net Natural Increase Change Total Population
2006 90.7 38.9 129.6 3,768,123

Source: U.S. Census Bureau


Prior Census Periods
    _________Change_________
Year Population (000) Number (000) Percentage
2006 3,768 696 22.6
2000 3,072 936 43.3
1990 2,161 614 39.7
1980 1,547 576 59.3
1970 971 307 46.2
1960 664 Base Year