US ZIP Code
85356

Wellton, AZ

Yuma County  ·  Arizona

● Active
👥 3,789 Population ↓ 27% since 2019
💰 $56,447 Median HH Income
▼ 26% below avg ↑ 16% since 2019
🎂 61.0 Median Age ↑ 24% since 2019
🏠 $116,900 Median Home Value
▼ 58% below avg ↑ 35% since 2019
🎓 29.6% College Grads
▼ 24% below avg
📊 2.3% Unemployment
▼ 53% below avg ↓ 24% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code85356
CityWellton
StateArizona (AZ)
CountyYuma County
Area Code928
Elevation683 ft
Latitude32.689354
Longitude-114.185176
TimezonePhoenix
FIPS04027
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 52.8% (2,001) Female 47.2% (1,788) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 72.3%Hispanic: 22.3%Black: 0.5%Other: 4.5%Race
White72.3%
Hispanic22.3%
Black0.5%
Other4.5%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
2%
5–17
14%
18–24
7%
25–44
12%
45–64
24%
65+
18%

Key Indicators

Median Age61.0 yrs ↑ 24% since 2019
Avg Household Size2.06
Below Poverty10.0% ≈ Avg
College Grads29.6% ▼ 24% below avg
Unemployment2.3% ▼ 53% below avg
No HS Diploma67 (2.7%)
HS Graduate706 (28.8%)
Some College519 (21.2%)
Associates431 (17.6%)
Bachelors197 (8%)
Graduate Degree528 (21.6%)

Education

No HS: 2.7%HS Grad: 28.8%Some College: 21.2%Associates: 17.6%Bachelors: 8%Graduate: 21.6%Edu
No HS2.7%
HS Grad28.8%
Some College21.2%
Associates17.6%
Bachelors8.0%
Graduate21.6%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 83.1%Renter: 16.9%Tenure
Owner83.1%
Renter16.9%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
32%
$50k–100k
15%
$100k–150k
8%
$150k–200k
15%
$200k–300k
16%
$300k–500k
11%
Over $500k
3%

Financials

Median HH Income$56,447 ▼ 26% below avg ↑ 16% since 2019
Median Home Value$116,900 ▼ 58% below avg ↑ 35% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio2.1x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$731/mo ↑ 9% since 2019
Total Units2,781
Vacant Units939
Avg HH Size2.06

Income Distribution

Under $25k
26%
$25k–50k
16%
$50k–75k
21%
$75k–100k
12%
$100k–150k
17%
$150k–200k
4%
Over $200k
3%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
78%
Public Transit
0%
Walked
4%
Work From Home
18%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
34%
15–30 min
22%
30–45 min
22%
Over 45 min
23%
Housing Stock

Year Built

1940s–1950s
3%
1960s–1970s
12%
1980s–1990s
27%
2000+
59%

Summary

Total Units2,781
Vacant939
Owner Occupied83.1%
Renter Occupied16.9%
Avg HH Size2.06
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 85356 is in Wellton, AZ, in Yuma County.
ZIP code 85356 is located in Arizona (AZ).
ZIP code 85356 is in Yuma County, AZ.
ZIP 85356 observes the Phoenix timezone.
The estimated population of ZIP code 85356 is 3,789 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 85356 is $56,447 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 85356 is $116,900 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 85356

ZIP code 85356 is located in Wellton, Arizona, within Yuma County. With a population of 3,789, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 61 years. Economically, 85356 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $56,447 is below the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 85356 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $116,900 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $731 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 83.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 35% since 2019.

The population of 85356 is primarily White (72.34%). Residents are moderately educated — 29.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 10.0%. Household income has grown by 16% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 85356 stands at 2.3%, which is well below the national average. About 17% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 74%.

Overall, ZIP code 85356 in Wellton, AZ is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 3,789 residents, a median household income of $56,447, and a median home value of $116,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Arizona.