US ZIP Code
85016

Phoenix, AZ

Maricopa County  ·  Arizona

● Active
👥 36,857 Population ↑ 3% since 2019
💰 $85,085 Median HH Income
▲ 12% above avg ↑ 42% since 2019
🎂 37.1 Median Age ↓ 2% since 2019
🏠 $508,400 Median Home Value
▲ 82% above avg ↑ 59% since 2019
🎓 58.2% College Grads
▲ 50% above avg
📊 2.8% Unemployment
▼ 43% below avg ↓ 30% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code85016
CityPhoenix
StateArizona (AZ)
CountyMaricopa County
Area Code480/602/623
Elevation1,213 ft
Latitude33.510166
Longitude-112.031684
TimezonePhoenix
FIPS04013
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 49.5% (18,229) Female 50.5% (18,628) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 58.3%Hispanic: 28.9%Black: 3.2%Asian: 4.9%Other: 3%Race
White58.3%
Hispanic28.9%
Black3.2%
Asian4.9%
Other3.0%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
4%
5–17
9%
18–24
8%
25–44
39%
45–64
24%
65+
7%

Key Indicators

Median Age37.1 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019
Avg Household Size1.95
Below Poverty10.1% ≈ Avg
College Grads58.2% ▲ 50% above avg
Unemployment2.8% ▼ 43% below avg
No HS Diploma388 (1.4%)
HS Graduate4,223 (15.4%)
Some College2,245 (8.2%)
Associates4,591 (16.8%)
Bachelors2,043 (7.5%)
Graduate Degree13,872 (50.7%)

Education

No HS: 1.4%HS Grad: 15.4%Some College: 8.2%Associates: 16.8%Bachelors: 7.5%Graduate: 50.7%Edu
No HS1.4%
HS Grad15.4%
Some College8.2%
Associates16.8%
Bachelors7.5%
Graduate50.7%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 51%Renter: 49%Tenure
Owner51.0%
Renter49.0%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
1%
$50k–100k
0%
$100k–150k
3%
$150k–200k
2%
$200k–300k
11%
$300k–500k
32%
Over $500k
50%

Financials

Median HH Income$85,085 ▲ 12% above avg ↑ 42% since 2019
Median Home Value$508,400 ▲ 82% above avg ↑ 59% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio6.0x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$1,575/mo ↑ 53% since 2019
Total Units21,363
Vacant Units2,640
Avg HH Size1.95

Income Distribution

Under $25k
10%
$25k–50k
13%
$50k–75k
19%
$75k–100k
15%
$100k–150k
17%
$150k–200k
9%
Over $200k
17%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
72%
Public Transit
2%
Walked
2%
Work From Home
24%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
28%
15–30 min
49%
30–45 min
17%
Over 45 min
7%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
6%
1940s–1950s
22%
1960s–1970s
12%
1980s–1990s
7%
2000+
54%

Summary

Total Units21,363
Vacant2,640
Owner Occupied51.0%
Renter Occupied49.0%
Avg HH Size1.95
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 85016 is in Phoenix, AZ, in Maricopa County.
ZIP code 85016 is located in Arizona (AZ).
ZIP code 85016 is in Maricopa County, AZ.
ZIP 85016 observes the Phoenix timezone.
The estimated population of ZIP code 85016 is 36,857 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 85016 is $85,085 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 85016 is $508,400 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 85016

ZIP code 85016 is located in Phoenix, Arizona, within Maricopa County. With a population of 36,857, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.1 years. Economically, 85016 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $85,085 is near the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 85016 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $508,400 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,575 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (51.0%) and renters (49.0%). Median home values have increased by 59% since 2019.

The population of 85016 is majority White (58.28%). Residents are well-educated — 58.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 10.1%. Household income has grown by 42% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 85016 stands at 2.8%, which is below the national average. About 23% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 67%.

Overall, ZIP code 85016 in Phoenix, AZ is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 36,857 residents, a median household income of $85,085, and a median home value of $508,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Arizona.