Zip Code 85053

AZ · Population: 28,819

D
31/100
25
F
Safety
36
D
Affordability
44
C
Quality of Life
19
F
Jobs
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About Zip Code 85053

Zip code 85053 is located in Arizona and is home to approximately 28,819 residents. It receives an overall grade of D (score: 31/100), 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 $296,100 and median rent of $1,215/month against a median income of $65,933. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 25.2% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 7.6% 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
$65,933
Home Value
$296,100
Rent
$1,215/mo
Median Age
36
College Educated
25.2%
Unemployment
7.6%
Owner-Occupied
62.3%
Rent Burden
22.1% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety25FLower crime = higher score
Affordability36DLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life44CEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy19FLower unemployment = higher
Overall31DWeighted 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).