ZIP Code 85248, Arizona
ZIP Code 85248 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 85248 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Maricopa County / Pinal County, Arizona. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 37,095. The land area covers 30.55 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 37,095 | ±1,686 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 57.5 yrs | ±2.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 17,771 | ±759 | 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 | 20,190 | ±700 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 17,771 | ±759 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,419 | ±454 |
| Median Home Value | $527,800 | ±$20,322 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,907 | ±$71 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $94,495 | ±$5,648 |
| Per Capita Income | $64,865 | ±$4,392 |
| Poverty Rate | 7.1% | ±1.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,643 | ±653 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.7% | ±1.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 15,013 | ±870 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 93.5% | ±1.6% |
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 | 06-12 | Maricopa, AZ | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | PHOENIX, AZ | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Mesa, AZ | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Mesa, AZ | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK | CHANDLER, AZ | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | PHOENIX, AZ | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | Phoenix, AZ | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Phoenix, AZ | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Tempe, AZ | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | MESA, 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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International Baptist College and Seminary
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College | 4.1 mi away | 2211 W Germann Road, Chandler, AZ, 85286 |
4802457903
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ED ROBSON BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 0.7 mi away | 9330 E RIGGS RD, SUN LAKES, AZ, 85248 |
(602) 652-3000
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American InterContinental University System
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College | 5.8 mi away | 2200 E Germann Road, Suite 100, Chandler, AZ, 85286 |
8777013800
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HAMILTON LIBRARY
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Library | 3.1 mi away | 3700 S ARIZONA AVE, CHANDLER, AZ, 85248 |
(480) 782-2800
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Justice University
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College | 5.9 mi away | 2777 South Gilbert Road, Chandler, AZ, 85286-5170 |
4808088990
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DOWNTOWN LIBRARY
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Library | 6.4 mi away | 22 S DELAWARE ST, CHANDLER, AZ, 85225 |
(480) 782-2800
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Chandler-Gilbert Community College
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College | 6.9 mi away | 2626 E Pecos Rd, Chandler, AZ, 85225-2499 |
4807327000
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BASHA LIBRARY
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Library | 6.4 mi away | 5990 S VAL VISTA DR, CHANDLER, AZ, 85249 |
(480) 782-2800
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Studio Academy of Beauty
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College Vocational | 6.9 mi away | 610 N Alma School Rd Ste 38, Chandler, AZ, 85224 |
4808571138
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PERRY BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 7.8 mi away | 1965 E QUEEN CREEK RD, GILBERT, AZ, 85296 |
(602) 652-3000
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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 MARICOPA 4 N, AZ US, located 11.6 miles from ZCTA5 85248. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 69.0° | 36.7° | 52.8° | 0.77" | 0.0" |
| February | 72.9° | 39.8° | 56.4° | 0.79" | 0.0" |
| March | 80.2° | 44.5° | 62.3° | 0.91" | 0.0" |
| April | 88.2° | 50.8° | 69.5° | 0.20" | 0.0" |
| May | 97.4° | 59.4° | 78.4° | 0.22" | 0.0" |
| June | 107.1° | 68.6° | 87.8° | 0.09" | 0.0" |
| July | 108.9° | 77.8° | 93.3° | 0.67" | 0.0" |
| August | 107.3° | 77.2° | 92.3° | 1.02" | 0.0" |
| September | 102.3° | 69.1° | 85.7° | 0.68" | 0.0" |
| October | 91.2° | 54.6° | 72.9° | 0.47" | 0.0" |
| November | 78.1° | 42.7° | 60.4° | 0.53" | 0.0" |
| December | 67.5° | 35.3° | 51.4° | 0.76" | 0.0" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun Lakes CDP | CDP | 0.0 mi | — |
| Goodyear Village CDP | CDP | 1.2 mi | — |
| Chandler city | City | 4.8 mi | — |
| Stotonic Village CDP | CDP | 5.2 mi | — |
| Wet Camp Village CDP | CDP | 5.4 mi | — |
| Sweet Water Village CDP | CDP | 6.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 85248. • 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.