| ZIP Code | 85206 |
|---|---|
| City | Mesa |
| State | Arizona (AZ) |
| County | Maricopa County |
| Area Code | 480 |
| Elevation | 1,321 ft |
| Latitude | 33.397432 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -111.7165 |
| Timezone | Phoenix |
| FIPS | 04013 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 46.1 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
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| Avg Household Size | 2.19 |
| Below Poverty | 8.8% ▼ 12% below avg |
| College Grads | 44.4% ▲ 15% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.8% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 243 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,298 (24.3%) |
| Some College | 3,111 (12%) |
| Associates | 4,767 (18.4%) |
| Bachelors | 2,536 (9.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8,967 (34.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $69,986 ▼ 8% below avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $322,600 ▲ 16% above avg ↑ 61% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,717/mo ↑ 43% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 19,078 |
| Vacant Units | 2,838 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.19 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 19,078 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,838 |
| Owner Occupied | 63.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 36.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.19 |
ZIP code 85206 is located in Mesa, Arizona, within Maricopa County. With a population of 36,896, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 46.1 years. Economically, 85206 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $69,986 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 85206 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $322,600 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,717 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 63.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 61% since 2019.
The population of 85206 is majority White (69.00%). Residents are well-educated — 44.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.8%. Household income has grown by 35% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 85206 stands at 4.8%, which is near the national average. About 17% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 71%.
Overall, ZIP code 85206 in Mesa, AZ is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 36,896 residents, a median household income of $69,986, and a median home value of $322,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Arizona.