Zip Code 85027

AZ · Population: 39,152

C
42/100
25
F
Safety
38
D
Affordability
48
C
Quality of Life
58
C+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 85027

Zip code 85027 is located in Arizona and is home to approximately 39,152 residents. It receives an overall grade of C (score: 42/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

This area experiences higher crime rates than the national average. Residents should be aware of safety considerations.

Housing costs are a challenge in this area, with home values at $283,000 and median rent of $1,387/month against a median income of $71,362. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 29.5% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

Unemployment stands at 3.5%, which is near the national average.

Scores are percentile-based: a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that dimension. Data is sourced from the US Census Bureau (ACS 5-year estimates) and the FBI Uniform Crime Report.

Demographics & Economics

Median Income
$71,362
Home Value
$283,000
Rent
$1,387/mo
Median Age
35
College Educated
29.5%
Unemployment
3.5%
Owner-Occupied
53%
Rent Burden
23.3% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety25FLower crime = higher score
Affordability38DLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life48CEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy58C+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall42CWeighted average

Methodology

All scores are percentile-based (0–100): a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that metric. Safety uses FBI Uniform Crime Report state-level data (Phase 2 will add zip-level granularity). Economic and demographic data is from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates (2022).