| ZIP Code | 85268 |
|---|---|
| City | Fountain Hills |
| State | Arizona (AZ) |
| County | Maricopa County |
| Area Code | 480 |
| Elevation | 1,881 ft |
| Latitude | 33.606701 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -111.737015 |
| Timezone | Phoenix |
| FIPS | 04013 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 60.8 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.12 |
| Below Poverty | 6.4% ▼ 36% below avg |
| College Grads | 58.1% ▲ 50% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.9% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 163 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,997 (15.4%) |
| Some College | 1,738 (8.9%) |
| Associates | 3,245 (16.7%) |
| Bachelors | 1,674 (8.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 9,626 (49.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $105,288 ▲ 38% above avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $576,700 ▲ 107% above avg ↑ 43% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,781/mo ↑ 41% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 13,429 |
| Vacant Units | 2,278 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.12 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 13,429 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,278 |
| Owner Occupied | 83.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 16.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.12 |
ZIP code 85268 is located in Fountain Hills, Arizona, within Maricopa County. With a population of 23,895, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 60.8 years. Economically, 85268 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $105,288 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 85268 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $576,700 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,781 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 83.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 43% since 2019.
The population of 85268 is primarily White (88.11%). Residents are well-educated — 58.1% 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 23% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 85268 stands at 4.9%, which is near 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 66%.
Overall, ZIP code 85268 in Fountain Hills, AZ is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 23,895 residents, a median household income of $105,288, and a median home value of $576,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Arizona.