ZIP Code 85086, Arizona
ZIP Code 85086 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 85086 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Maricopa County, Arizona. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 43,270. The land area covers 61.34 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 43,270 | ±2,682 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 45.5 yrs | ±1.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 15,882 | ±953 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 17,088 | ±896 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 15,882 | ±953 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,206 | ±315 |
| Median Home Value | $598,900 | ±$20,101 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2,330 | ±$212 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $121,676 | ±$11,124 |
| Per Capita Income | $58,044 | ±$3,672 |
| Poverty Rate | 5.8% | ±1.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,422 | ±615 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4% | ±1.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 21,430 | ±1,698 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 97.5% | ±1.8% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 4,673,096 (2024)
ID: 160815
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: SUPERVISOR
301 W JEFFERSON ST, FL 10, PHOENIX AZ 85003-2148
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | PHOENIX, AZ | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | ANTHEM, AZ | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | PHOENIX, AZ | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | PHOENIX, AZ | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | ANTHEM, AZ | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | PEORIA, AZ | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | SURPRISE, AZ | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | PHOENIX, AZ | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | PHOENIX, AZ | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Scottsdale, AZ |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Chamberlain University-Arizona
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College | 10.6 mi away | 20410 N 19th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ, 85027 |
6023312720
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NORTH VALLEY REGIONAL LIBRARY
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Library | 2.1 mi away | 40410 N GAVILAN PEAK PARKWAY, ANTHEM, AZ, 85086 |
(602) 652-3000
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Midwestern University-Glendale
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College | 11.4 mi away | 19555 N 59th Ave, Glendale, AZ, 85308 |
6235723200
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AGAVE LIBRARY
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Library | 8.5 mi away | 23550 N 36TH AVE, PHOENIX, AZ, 85310 |
(602) 262-4636
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Arizona College of Nursing-Phoenix
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College | 12.9 mi away | 16404 North Black Canyon Highway, Suite 200, Phoenix, AZ, 85053-4058 |
8557068382
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DESERT BROOM LIBRARY
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Library | 9.3 mi away | 29710 N CAVE CREEK RD, PHOENIX, AZ, 85331 |
(602) 262-4636
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Avalon Institute-Phoenix
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College Vocational | 13.0 mi away | 410 E Bell Road, Suite G100, Phoenix, AZ, 85022 |
6024430076
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DESERT FOOTHILLS LIBRARY
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Library | 10.8 mi away | 38443 N SCHOOL HOUSE RD, CAVE CREEK, AZ, 85331 |
(480) 488-2286
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Allen School-Phoenix
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College Vocational | 13.4 mi away | 15650 North Black Canyon Highway, B210, Phoenix, AZ, 85053-4064 |
6233858150
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FOOTHILLS BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 11.6 mi away | 19055 N 57TH AVE, GLENDALE, AZ, 85308 |
(623) 930-3840
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at PHOENIX DEER VALLEY MUNI AP, AZ US, located 9.7 miles from ZCTA5 85086. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 65.4° | 44.1° | 54.8° | 1.17" | — |
| February | 68.1° | 46.1° | 57.1° | 1.21" | — |
| March | 75.0° | 50.9° | 62.9° | 1.09" | — |
| April | 82.5° | 56.6° | 69.6° | 0.35" | — |
| May | 91.5° | 64.7° | 78.1° | 0.19" | — |
| June | 101.5° | 72.7° | 87.1° | 0.03" | — |
| July | 104.0° | 80.8° | 92.4° | 0.81" | — |
| August | 102.5° | 80.5° | 91.5° | 0.96" | — |
| September | 97.5° | 74.7° | 86.1° | 0.71" | — |
| October | 86.3° | 62.7° | 74.5° | 0.67" | — |
| November | 74.0° | 50.8° | 62.4° | 0.90" | — |
| December | 63.9° | 42.7° | 53.3° | 0.81" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anthem CDP | CDP | 1.7 mi | — |
| New River CDP | CDP | 4.9 mi | — |
| Cave Creek town | Town | 8.6 mi | — |
| Peoria city | City | 12.1 mi | — |
| Carefree town | Town | 12.5 mi | — |
| Sun City West CDP | CDP | 16.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 85086. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.