ZIP 86442 — Economy & Jobs

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2019–2023 5-Year Estimates. Page data updated 2026-08-02.

Working ClassLow Snow Area

Income, employment, industries, and economic trends

Income & Economy in Bullhead City city, AZ (86442)

Median Income

$45,486

*Adjusted for inflation (2023 dollars)

IRS Net Migration

+1,151

Wealth inflow

Population

34,327

Unemployment

11.8%

8.1pp above US avg

IRS migration statistics show a net inflow of about 1,151 for ZIP 86442 (Bullhead City city, AZ) on US5’s published series — a signal of people/tax filers moving in relative to those leaving. Inflows often track job growth, housing demand, or lifestyle migration; treat the figure as a directional indicator rather than a precise headcount.

Economic Indicators

Unemployment

11.8%+220% vs US avg

Self-Employed

1.7%-71% vs US avg

SNAP Benefits

16.7%+43% vs US avg

607

Establishments

7,021

Employees

~12 per establishment — small businesses dominate

Healthcare

Top Industry

Economic Distributions

Census ACS 5-Year (P0): occupation, industry, household income brackets.

Occupation

Industry

Agriculture, forestry, mining1.5%
Construction3.4%
Manufacturing3.2%
Wholesale trade1.7%
Retail trade14.5%
Transportation, utilities6.2%
Information0.4%
Finance, insurance, real estate6.2%
Professional, scientific, management7.4%
Education, health care, social22.9%
Arts, entertainment, food services24.3%
Other services6.9%
Public administration1.3%

Household Income

Historical Trends in 86442 (2020–Present)

Since 2020, population grew 1.9%, median income fell 9.7% (inflation-adjusted), home values increased 18.9%.

Median Income

$45,486

-39% vs US avg

Unemployment Rate