| ZIP Code | 85254 |
|---|---|
| City | Scottsdale |
| State | Arizona (AZ) |
| County | Maricopa County |
| Area Code | 480/602 |
| Elevation | 1,437 ft |
| Latitude | 33.614603 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -111.949671 |
| Timezone | Phoenix |
| FIPS | 04013 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.3 yrs ↑ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.38 |
| Below Poverty | 5.1% ▼ 49% below avg |
| College Grads | 67.2% ▲ 73% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.9% ▼ 41% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 219 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,104 (12.1%) |
| Some College | 2,295 (6.8%) |
| Associates | 4,483 (13.2%) |
| Bachelors | 2,328 (6.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 20,411 (60.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $120,885 ▲ 58% above avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $701,900 ▲ 152% above avg ↑ 54% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,954/mo ↑ 34% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 21,469 |
| Vacant Units | 2,193 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.38 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 21,469 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,193 |
| Owner Occupied | 72.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 27.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.38 |
ZIP code 85254 is located in Scottsdale, Arizona, within Maricopa County. With a population of 46,655, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45.3 years. Economically, 85254 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $120,885 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 85254 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $701,900 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,954 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 72.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 54% since 2019.
The population of 85254 is primarily White (76.36%). Residents are highly educated — 67.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.1%. Household income has grown by 28% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 85254 stands at 2.9%, which is below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 28% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 62%.
Overall, ZIP code 85254 in Scottsdale, AZ is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 46,655 residents, a median household income of $120,885, and a median home value of $701,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Arizona.