| ZIP Code | 85053 |
|---|---|
| City | Phoenix |
| State | Arizona (AZ) |
| County | Maricopa County |
| Area Code | 602/623 |
| Elevation | 1,306 ft |
| Latitude | 33.629595 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -112.131846 |
| Timezone | Phoenix |
| FIPS | 04013 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.8 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.56 |
| Below Poverty | 13.8% ▲ 38% above avg |
| College Grads | 37.6% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 6.6% ▲ 35% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 460 (2.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,342 (27.3%) |
| Some College | 3,150 (16.1%) |
| Associates | 3,262 (16.7%) |
| Bachelors | 2,162 (11%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,195 (26.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $66,870 ▼ 12% below avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $329,500 ▲ 18% above avg ↑ 61% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,385/mo ↑ 36% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 12,003 |
| Vacant Units | 424 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.56 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 12,003 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 424 |
| Owner Occupied | 61.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 38.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.56 |
ZIP code 85053 is located in Phoenix, Arizona, within Maricopa County. With a population of 29,719, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.8 years. Economically, 85053 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $66,870 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 85053 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $329,500 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,385 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 61.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 61% since 2019.
The population of 85053 is majority White (58.15%). Residents are moderately educated — 37.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 13.8%. Household income has grown by 20% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 85053 stands at 6.6%, which is above the national average. About 14% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 67%.
Overall, ZIP code 85053 in Phoenix, AZ is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 29,719 residents, a median household income of $66,870, and a median home value of $329,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Arizona.