| ZIP Code | 85255 |
|---|---|
| City | Scottsdale |
| State | Arizona (AZ) |
| County | Maricopa County |
| Area Code | 480 |
| Elevation | 2,987 ft |
| Latitude | 33.668188 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -111.822512 |
| Timezone | Phoenix |
| FIPS | 04013 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 51.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.29 |
| Below Poverty | 6.4% ▼ 36% below avg |
| College Grads | 74.0% ▲ 91% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.8% ▼ 22% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 234 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,011 (8.9%) |
| Some College | 1,451 (4.3%) |
| Associates | 4,070 (12.1%) |
| Bachelors | 2,295 (6.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 22,634 (67.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $143,567 ▲ 88% above avg ↑ 8% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $975,300 ▲ 250% above avg ↑ 41% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,401/mo ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 23,016 |
| Vacant Units | 3,419 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.29 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 23,016 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 3,419 |
| Owner Occupied | 73.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 26.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.29 |
ZIP code 85255 is located in Scottsdale, Arizona, within Maricopa County. With a population of 45,136, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 51.4 years. Economically, 85255 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $143,567 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 85255 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $975,300 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,401 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 73.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 41% since 2019.
The population of 85255 is primarily White (83.72%). Residents are highly educated — 74.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.4%. Household income has grown by 8% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 85255 stands at 3.8%, which is below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 35% — 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 58%.
Overall, ZIP code 85255 in Scottsdale, AZ is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 45,136 residents, a median household income of $143,567, and a median home value of $975,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Arizona.