Zip Code 85051

AZ · Population: 43,520

F
26/100
25
F
Safety
25
F
Affordability
37
D
Quality of Life
17
F
Jobs
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About Zip Code 85051

Zip code 85051 is located in Arizona and is home to approximately 43,520 residents. It receives an overall grade of F (score: 26/100), 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 $253,000 and median rent of $1,120/month against a median income of $57,176. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 19.7% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 8% is above the national average, indicating a weaker local job market.

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
$57,176
Home Value
$253,000
Rent
$1,120/mo
Median Age
34
College Educated
19.7%
Unemployment
8%
Owner-Occupied
52.9%
Rent Burden
23.5% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety25FLower crime = higher score
Affordability25FLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life37DEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy17FLower unemployment = higher
Overall26FWeighted 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).