| ZIP Code | 85205 |
|---|---|
| City | Mesa |
| State | Arizona (AZ) |
| County | Maricopa County |
| Area Code | 480 |
| Elevation | 1,378 ft |
| Latitude | 33.433165 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -111.71357 |
| Timezone | Phoenix |
| FIPS | 04013 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 49.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.25 |
| Below Poverty | 9.7% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 42.2% ▲ 9% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.8% ▼ 22% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 253 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,856 (24.4%) |
| Some College | 4,886 (15.2%) |
| Associates | 5,603 (17.4%) |
| Bachelors | 3,887 (12.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 9,693 (30.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $71,294 ≈ Avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
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| Median Home Value | $301,200 ▲ 8% above avg ↑ 48% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,363/mo ↑ 37% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 23,473 |
| Vacant Units | 3,848 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.25 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 23,473 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 3,848 |
| Owner Occupied | 72.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 27.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.25 |
ZIP code 85205 is located in Mesa, Arizona, within Maricopa County. With a population of 44,704, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 49.9 years. Economically, 85205 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $71,294 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 85205 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $301,200 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,363 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 72.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 48% since 2019.
The population of 85205 is primarily White (74.51%). Residents are well-educated — 42.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.7%. Household income has grown by 28% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 85205 stands at 3.8%, which is below the national average. About 17% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 72%.
Overall, ZIP code 85205 in Mesa, AZ is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 44,704 residents, a median household income of $71,294, and a median home value of $301,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Arizona.