| ZIP Code | 85388 |
|---|---|
| City | Surprise |
| State | Arizona (AZ) |
| County | Maricopa County |
| Area Code | 623 |
| Elevation | 1,276 ft |
| Latitude | 33.602425 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -112.432075 |
| Timezone | Phoenix |
| FIPS | 04013 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.7 yrs ↑ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.34 |
| Below Poverty | 4.3% ▼ 57% below avg |
| College Grads | 43.1% ▲ 11% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.1% ▼ 17% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 131 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,043 (24.1%) |
| Some College | 2,892 (13.8%) |
| Associates | 3,864 (18.4%) |
| Bachelors | 2,565 (12.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,463 (30.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $107,131 ▲ 40% above avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $420,000 ▲ 51% above avg ↑ 69% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,094/mo ↑ 45% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 10,880 |
| Vacant Units | 434 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.34 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 10,880 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 434 |
| Owner Occupied | 82.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 17.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.34 |
ZIP code 85388 is located in Surprise, Arizona, within Maricopa County. With a population of 35,003, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.7 years. Economically, 85388 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $107,131 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 85388 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $420,000 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,094 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 82.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 69% since 2019.
The population of 85388 is majority White (61.41%). Residents are well-educated — 43.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.3%. Household income has grown by 32% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 85388 stands at 4.1%, which is 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 72%.
Overall, ZIP code 85388 in Surprise, AZ is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 35,003 residents, a median household income of $107,131, and a median home value of $420,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Arizona.