US ZIP Code
85053

Phoenix, AZ

Maricopa County  ·  Arizona

● Active
👥 29,719 Population ↓ 3% since 2019
💰 $66,870 Median HH Income
▼ 12% below avg ↑ 20% since 2019
🎂 36.8 Median Age ↑ 2% since 2019
🏠 $329,500 Median Home Value
▲ 18% above avg ↑ 61% since 2019
🎓 37.6% College Grads
≈ Avg
📊 6.6% Unemployment
▲ 35% above avg ↑ 30% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code85053
CityPhoenix
StateArizona (AZ)
CountyMaricopa County
Area Code602/623
Elevation1,306 ft
Latitude33.629595
Longitude-112.131846
TimezonePhoenix
FIPS04013
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 52.7% (15,650) Female 47.3% (14,069) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 58.2%Hispanic: 28.1%Black: 4.6%Asian: 3.4%Other: 4.4%Race
White58.2%
Hispanic28.1%
Black4.6%
Asian3.4%
Other4.4%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
5%
5–17
17%
18–24
7%
25–44
32%
45–64
26%
65+
6%

Key Indicators

Median Age36.8 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019
Avg Household Size2.56
Below Poverty13.8% ▲ 38% above avg
College Grads37.6% ≈ Avg
Unemployment6.6% ▲ 35% above avg
No HS Diploma460 (2.4%)
HS Graduate5,342 (27.3%)
Some College3,150 (16.1%)
Associates3,262 (16.7%)
Bachelors2,162 (11%)
Graduate Degree5,195 (26.5%)

Education

No HS: 2.4%HS Grad: 27.3%Some College: 16.1%Associates: 16.7%Bachelors: 11%Graduate: 26.5%Edu
No HS2.4%
HS Grad27.3%
Some College16.1%
Associates16.7%
Bachelors11.0%
Graduate26.5%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 61.4%Renter: 38.6%Tenure
Owner61.4%
Renter38.6%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
4%
$50k–100k
1%
$100k–150k
2%
$150k–200k
7%
$200k–300k
28%
$300k–500k
52%
Over $500k
7%

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 Ratio4.9x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$1,385/mo ↑ 36% since 2019
Total Units12,003
Vacant Units424
Avg HH Size2.56

Income Distribution

Under $25k
16%
$25k–50k
17%
$50k–75k
18%
$75k–100k
16%
$100k–150k
17%
$150k–200k
9%
Over $200k
6%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
80%
Public Transit
1%
Walked
2%
Work From Home
17%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
16%
15–30 min
36%
30–45 min
28%
Over 45 min
21%
Housing Stock

Year Built

1940s–1950s
6%
1960s–1970s
40%
1980s–1990s
3%
2000+
50%

Summary

Total Units12,003
Vacant424
Owner Occupied61.4%
Renter Occupied38.6%
Avg HH Size2.56
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 85053 is in Phoenix, AZ, in Maricopa County.
ZIP code 85053 is located in Arizona (AZ).
ZIP code 85053 is in Maricopa County, AZ.
ZIP 85053 observes the Phoenix timezone.
The estimated population of ZIP code 85053 is 29,719 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 85053 is $66,870 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 85053 is $329,500 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 85053

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.