| ZIP Code | 85705 |
|---|---|
| City | Tucson |
| State | Arizona (AZ) |
| County | Pima County |
| Area Code | 520 |
| Elevation | 2,292 ft |
| Latitude | 32.271205 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -110.991724 |
| Timezone | Phoenix |
| FIPS | 04019 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.13 |
| Below Poverty | 29.0% ▲ 190% above avg |
| College Grads | 30.7% ▼ 21% below avg |
| Unemployment | 7.2% ▲ 46% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,245 (4%) |
| HS Graduate | 8,509 (27.6%) |
| Some College | 4,897 (15.9%) |
| Associates | 6,708 (21.8%) |
| Bachelors | 2,680 (8.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,793 (22%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $36,606 ▼ 52% below avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
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| Median Home Value | $113,700 ▼ 59% below avg ↑ 41% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $924/mo ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 29,145 |
| Vacant Units | 3,787 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.13 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 29,145 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 3,787 |
| Owner Occupied | 46.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 54.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.13 |
ZIP code 85705 is located in Tucson, Arizona, within Pima County. With a population of 54,853, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.6 years. Economically, 85705 is a lower-income ZIP code: the median household income of $36,606 is well below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 85705 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $113,700 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $924 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (46.0%) and renters (54.0%). Median home values have increased by 41% since 2019.
The population of 85705 is racially diverse, with Hispanic as the largest group at 44.7%. Residents are moderately educated — 30.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 29.0%. Household income has grown by 23% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 85705 stands at 7.2%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 67%.
Overall, ZIP code 85705 in Tucson, AZ is characterized as lower-income, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 54,853 residents, a median household income of $36,606, and a median home value of $113,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Arizona.