Zip Code 85085

AZ · Population: 27,769

C+
51/100
25
F
Safety
70
B+
Affordability
52
C+
Quality of Life
56
C+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 85085

Zip code 85085 is located in Arizona and is home to approximately 27,769 residents. It receives an overall grade of C+ (score: 51/100), 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.

With a median household income of $112,928 and home values around $530,500, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

About 48.9% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

Unemployment stands at 3.7%, 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
$112,928
Home Value
$530,500
Rent
$1,684/mo
Median Age
37
College Educated
48.9%
Unemployment
3.7%
Owner-Occupied
60.1%
Rent Burden
17.9% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety25FLower crime = higher score
Affordability70B+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life52C+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy56C+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall51C+Weighted 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).