US ZIP Code
85297

Gilbert, AZ

Maricopa County  ·  Arizona

● Active
👥 35,535 Population ↑ 5% since 2019
💰 $132,684 Median HH Income
▲ 74% above avg ↑ 26% since 2019
🎂 33.7 Median Age ↑ 9% since 2019
🏠 $559,200 Median Home Value
▲ 101% above avg ↑ 65% since 2019
🎓 57.8% College Grads
▲ 49% above avg
📊 3.2% Unemployment
▼ 34% below avg ↓ 29% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code85297
CityGilbert
StateArizona (AZ)
CountyMaricopa County
Area Code480/520
Elevation1,298 ft
Latitude33.280561
Longitude-111.7333
TimezonePhoenix
FIPS04013
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 49.4% (17,554) Female 50.6% (17,981) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 66.4%Hispanic: 15.4%Black: 2.9%Asian: 7.8%Other: 7.1%Race
White66.4%
Hispanic15.4%
Black2.9%
Asian7.8%
Other7.1%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
6%
5–17
27%
18–24
8%
25–44
26%
45–64
24%
65+
4%

Key Indicators

Median Age33.7 yrs ↑ 9% since 2019
Avg Household Size3.29
Below Poverty5.5% ▼ 46% below avg
College Grads57.8% ▲ 49% above avg
Unemployment3.2% ▼ 34% below avg
No HS Diploma161 (0.8%)
HS Graduate2,651 (13%)
Some College1,820 (8.9%)
Associates4,002 (19.6%)
Bachelors2,654 (13%)
Graduate Degree9,181 (44.9%)

Education

No HS: 0.8%HS Grad: 13%Some College: 8.9%Associates: 19.6%Bachelors: 13%Graduate: 44.9%Edu
No HS0.8%
HS Grad13.0%
Some College8.9%
Associates19.6%
Bachelors13.0%
Graduate44.9%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 78.2%Renter: 21.9%Tenure
Owner78.2%
Renter21.9%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
0%
$50k–100k
0%
$100k–150k
0%
$150k–200k
1%
$200k–300k
4%
$300k–500k
35%
Over $500k
59%

Financials

Median HH Income$132,684 ▲ 74% above avg ↑ 26% since 2019
Median Home Value$559,200 ▲ 101% above avg ↑ 65% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio4.2x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$2,083/mo ↑ 26% since 2019
Total Units11,146
Vacant Units396
Avg HH Size3.29

Income Distribution

Under $25k
6%
$25k–50k
5%
$50k–75k
11%
$75k–100k
11%
$100k–150k
24%
$150k–200k
16%
Over $200k
26%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
74%
Public Transit
1%
Walked
0%
Work From Home
25%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
22%
15–30 min
39%
30–45 min
25%
Over 45 min
15%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
0%
1940s–1950s
1%
1960s–1970s
2%
1980s–1990s
34%
2000+
64%

Summary

Total Units11,146
Vacant396
Owner Occupied78.2%
Renter Occupied21.9%
Avg HH Size3.29
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 85297 is in Gilbert, AZ, in Maricopa County.
ZIP code 85297 is located in Arizona (AZ).
ZIP code 85297 is in Maricopa County, AZ.
ZIP 85297 observes the Phoenix timezone.
The estimated population of ZIP code 85297 is 35,535 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 85297 is $132,684 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 85297 is $559,200 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 85297

ZIP code 85297 is located in Gilbert, Arizona, within Maricopa County. With a population of 35,535, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 33.7 years. Economically, 85297 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $132,684 is significantly above the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 85297 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $559,200 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,083 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 78.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 65% since 2019.

The population of 85297 is majority White (66.39%). Residents are well-educated — 57.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.5%. Household income has grown by 26% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 85297 stands at 3.2%, which is below the national average. About 23% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 68%.

Overall, ZIP code 85297 in Gilbert, AZ is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 35,535 residents, a median household income of $132,684, and a median home value of $559,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Arizona.