| ZIP Code | 85901 |
|---|---|
| City | Show Low |
| State | Arizona (AZ) |
| County | Navajo County |
| Area Code | 928 |
| Elevation | 6,236 ft |
| Latitude | 34.314806 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -110.024014 |
| Timezone | Phoenix |
| FIPS | 04017 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 49.3 yrs ↑ 7% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.30 |
| Below Poverty | 12.7% ▲ 27% above avg |
| College Grads | 34.2% ▼ 12% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.9% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 64 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,389 (25.7%) |
| Some College | 2,455 (18.6%) |
| Associates | 2,759 (21%) |
| Bachelors | 1,115 (8.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,385 (25.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $60,313 ▼ 21% below avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $256,300 ▼ 8% below avg ↑ 46% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,009/mo ↑ 10% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 12,437 |
| Vacant Units | 4,300 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.30 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 12,437 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 4,300 |
| Owner Occupied | 74.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 25.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.30 |
ZIP code 85901 is located in Show Low, Arizona, within Navajo County. With a population of 18,821, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 49.3 years. Economically, 85901 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $60,313 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 85901 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $256,300 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,009 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 74.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 46% since 2019.
The population of 85901 is primarily White (76.96%). Residents are moderately educated — 34.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 12.7%. Household income has grown by 20% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 85901 stands at 4.9%, which is near the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 70%.
Overall, ZIP code 85901 in Show Low, AZ is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 18,821 residents, a median household income of $60,313, and a median home value of $256,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Arizona.