Zip Code 85936

AZ · Population: 4,162

B
62/100
25
F
Safety
84
A
Affordability
64
B
Quality of Life
74
B+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 85936

Zip code 85936 is located in Arizona and is home to approximately 4,162 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 62/100), 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 $84,141 and home values around $167,200, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 18.9% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The local job market is strong, with an unemployment rate of just 2.1%.

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
$84,141
Home Value
$167,200
Rent
$753/mo
Median Age
33
College Educated
18.9%
Unemployment
2.1%
Owner-Occupied
83.8%
Rent Burden
10.7% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety25FLower crime = higher score
Affordability84ALower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life64BEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy74B+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall62BWeighted 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).