| ZIP Code | 85331 |
|---|---|
| City | Cave Creek |
| State | Arizona (AZ) |
| County | Maricopa County |
| Area Code | 480/602 |
| Elevation | 2,399 ft |
| Latitude | 33.884228 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -111.939601 |
| Timezone | Phoenix |
| FIPS | 04013 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 51.5 yrs ↑ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.50 |
| Below Poverty | 5.3% ▼ 47% below avg |
| College Grads | 61.8% ▲ 59% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.0% ▼ 59% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 35 (0.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,292 (14.4%) |
| Some College | 2,107 (9.2%) |
| Associates | 3,280 (14.4%) |
| Bachelors | 2,156 (9.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 11,933 (52.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $123,710 ▲ 62% above avg ↑ 16% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $674,400 ▲ 142% above avg ↑ 47% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,535/mo ↑ 45% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 13,680 |
| Vacant Units | 949 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.50 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 13,680 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 949 |
| Owner Occupied | 92.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 7.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.50 |
ZIP code 85331 is located in Cave Creek, Arizona, within Maricopa County. With a population of 31,866, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 51.5 years. Economically, 85331 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $123,710 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 85331 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $674,400 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,535 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 92.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 47% since 2019.
The population of 85331 is primarily White (86.27%). Residents are highly educated — 61.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.3%. Household income has grown by 16% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 85331 stands at 2.0%, which is well below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 29% — 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 64%.
Overall, ZIP code 85331 in Cave Creek, AZ is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 31,866 residents, a median household income of $123,710, and a median home value of $674,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Arizona.