US ZIP Code
85040

Phoenix, AZ

Maricopa County  ·  Arizona

● Active
👥 33,325 Population ↓ 5% since 2019
💰 $57,890 Median HH Income
▼ 24% below avg ↑ 40% since 2019
🎂 30.7 Median Age ↑ 5% since 2019
🏠 $294,800 Median Home Value
≈ Avg ↑ 103% since 2019
🎓 26.8% College Grads
▼ 31% below avg
📊 6.2% Unemployment
▲ 26% above avg ↓ 33% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code85040
CityPhoenix
StateArizona (AZ)
CountyMaricopa County
Area Code480/602/623
Elevation1,109 ft
Latitude33.405566
Longitude-112.025492
TimezonePhoenix
FIPS04013
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 49.6% (16,513) Female 50.5% (16,812) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 13.1%Hispanic: 63.7%Black: 16.1%Asian: 2.7%Other: 1.8%Race
White13.1%
Hispanic63.7%
Black16.1%
Asian2.7%
Other1.8%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
8%
5–17
21%
18–24
11%
25–44
32%
45–64
20%
65+
4%

Key Indicators

Median Age30.7 yrs ↑ 5% since 2019
Avg Household Size2.95
Below Poverty23.0% ▲ 130% above avg
College Grads26.8% ▼ 31% below avg
Unemployment6.2% ▲ 26% above avg
No HS Diploma671 (4.3%)
HS Graduate5,887 (37.8%)
Some College1,991 (12.8%)
Associates2,852 (18.3%)
Bachelors1,352 (8.7%)
Graduate Degree2,811 (18.1%)

Education

No HS: 4.3%HS Grad: 37.8%Some College: 12.8%Associates: 18.3%Bachelors: 8.7%Graduate: 18.1%Edu
No HS4.3%
HS Grad37.8%
Some College12.8%
Associates18.3%
Bachelors8.7%
Graduate18.1%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 47.6%Renter: 52.4%Tenure
Owner47.6%
Renter52.4%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
6%
$50k–100k
2%
$100k–150k
5%
$150k–200k
8%
$200k–300k
32%
$300k–500k
46%
Over $500k
2%

Financials

Median HH Income$57,890 ▼ 24% below avg ↑ 40% since 2019
Median Home Value$294,800 ≈ Avg ↑ 103% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio5.1x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$1,193/mo ↑ 28% since 2019
Total Units11,962
Vacant Units703
Avg HH Size2.95

Income Distribution

Under $25k
27%
$25k–50k
15%
$50k–75k
24%
$75k–100k
12%
$100k–150k
14%
$150k–200k
5%
Over $200k
4%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
83%
Public Transit
3%
Walked
1%
Work From Home
14%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
19%
15–30 min
49%
30–45 min
19%
Over 45 min
13%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
1%
1940s–1950s
14%
1960s–1970s
11%
1980s–1990s
16%
2000+
58%

Summary

Total Units11,962
Vacant703
Owner Occupied47.6%
Renter Occupied52.4%
Avg HH Size2.95
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 85040 is in Phoenix, AZ, in Maricopa County.
ZIP code 85040 is located in Arizona (AZ).
ZIP code 85040 is in Maricopa County, AZ.
ZIP 85040 observes the Phoenix timezone.
The estimated population of ZIP code 85040 is 33,325 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 85040 is $57,890 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 85040 is $294,800 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 85040

ZIP code 85040 is located in Phoenix, Arizona, within Maricopa County. With a population of 33,325, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 30.7 years. Economically, 85040 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $57,890 is below the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 85040 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $294,800 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,193 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (47.6%) and renters (52.4%). Median home values have increased by 103% since 2019.

The population of 85040 is majority Hispanic (63.65%). Residents are moderately educated — 26.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 23.0%. Household income has grown by 40% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 85040 stands at 6.2%, which is above the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 71%.

Overall, ZIP code 85040 in Phoenix, AZ is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 33,325 residents, a median household income of $57,890, and a median home value of $294,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Arizona.