US ZIP Code
86515

Window Rock, AZ

Apache County  ·  Arizona

● Active
👥 3,198 Population ↓ 25% since 2019
💰 $43,152 Median HH Income
▼ 43% below avg ↑ 43% since 2019
🎂 36.9 Median Age ↑ 4% since 2019
🏠 $57,100 Median Home Value
▼ 80% below avg ↑ 11% since 2019
🎓 30.4% College Grads
▼ 22% below avg
📊 10.3% Unemployment
▲ 110% above avg ↓ 22% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code86515
CityWindow Rock
StateArizona (AZ)
CountyApache County
Area Code928
Elevation6,900 ft
Latitude35.707431
Longitude-108.984322
TimezonePhoenix
FIPS04001
ZIP TypePO Box
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 44.6% (1,426) Female 55.4% (1,772) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 2.2%Hispanic: 6%Black: 0%Asian: 0.3%Other: 1.3%Race
White2.2%
Hispanic6.0%
Black0.0%
Asian0.3%
Other1.3%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
7%
5–17
15%
18–24
9%
25–44
29%
45–64
29%
65+
5%

Key Indicators

Median Age36.9 yrs ↑ 4% since 2019
Avg Household Size2.81
Below Poverty32.4% ▲ 224% above avg
College Grads30.4% ▼ 22% below avg
Unemployment10.3% ▲ 110% above avg
No HS Diploma3 (0.2%)
HS Graduate628 (32.8%)
Some College135 (7%)
Associates568 (29.6%)
Bachelors166 (8.7%)
Graduate Degree416 (21.7%)

Education

No HS: 0.2%HS Grad: 32.8%Some College: 7%Associates: 29.6%Bachelors: 8.7%Graduate: 21.7%Edu
No HS0.2%
HS Grad32.8%
Some College7.0%
Associates29.6%
Bachelors8.7%
Graduate21.7%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 51.9%Renter: 48.1%Tenure
Owner51.9%
Renter48.1%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
38%
$50k–100k
41%
$100k–150k
10%
$150k–200k
2%
$200k–300k
6%
$300k–500k
3%

Financials

Median HH Income$43,152 ▼ 43% below avg ↑ 43% since 2019
Median Home Value$57,100 ▼ 80% below avg ↑ 11% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio1.3x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$661/mo ↑ 57% since 2019
Total Units1,444
Vacant Units342
Avg HH Size2.81

Income Distribution

Under $25k
32%
$25k–50k
24%
$50k–75k
11%
$75k–100k
16%
$100k–150k
13%
$150k–200k
2%
Over $200k
2%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
83%
Public Transit
1%
Walked
4%
Work From Home
12%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
29%
15–30 min
40%
30–45 min
22%
Over 45 min
10%
Housing Stock

Year Built

1940s–1950s
11%
1960s–1970s
21%
1980s–1990s
17%
2000+
51%

Summary

Total Units1,444
Vacant342
Owner Occupied51.9%
Renter Occupied48.1%
Avg HH Size2.81
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 86515 is in Window Rock, AZ, in Apache County.
ZIP code 86515 is located in Arizona (AZ).
ZIP code 86515 is in Apache County, AZ.
ZIP 86515 observes the Phoenix timezone.
The estimated population of ZIP code 86515 is 3,198 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 86515 is $43,152 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 86515 is $57,100 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 86515

ZIP code 86515 is located in Window Rock, Arizona, within Apache County. With a population of 3,198, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.9 years. Economically, 86515 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $43,152 is below the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 86515 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $57,100 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $661 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (51.9%) and renters (48.1%). Median home values have increased by 11% since 2019.

The population of 86515 is racially diverse, with Hispanic as the largest group at 6.0%. Residents are moderately educated — 30.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 32.4%. Household income has grown by 43% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 86515 stands at 10.3%, which is more than double the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 82%.

Overall, ZIP code 86515 in Window Rock, AZ is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 3,198 residents, a median household income of $43,152, and a median home value of $57,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Arizona.