Ajo, AZ is a small community located in the far Southwest corner of Arizona. With a population of 2,944 and an area of 26.4 square miles, Ajo has a population density of 111.17 people per square mile. Despite its small size, Ajo has plenty to offer with year-round outdoor activities, local businesses, and demographic organizations. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore natural wonders including Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument or enjoy the mild desert climate at nearby Quitobaquito Springs. Local businesses include the Ajo Al's Restaurant & Cantina and the Ajo Hardware Store while other demographic organizations like The Mission Outreach organization meet needs in the local community. When it comes to sporting events, the annual Greater Ajo Open Golf Tournament draws competitors from around the Southwest each year.
The population in Ajo is 2,944. There are 88 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Ajo is 58.6, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Ajo is 2.4, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Ajo
- 44.7% are married
- 13.6% are divorced
- 17.8% are married with children
- 13.6% have children, but are single
Race in Ajo
- 38.2% are White
- 0.0% are Black
- 1.8% are Asian
- 14.6% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 43.6% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 1.8% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander