ZIP Code 85638, Arizona
ZIP Code 85638 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 85638 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Cochise County, Arizona. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,418. The land area covers 270.03 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,418 | ±220 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 65.3 yrs | ±3.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 825 | ±95 | 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 | 1,146 | ±87 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 825 | ±95 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 321 | ±85 |
| Median Home Value | $184,000 | ±$35,219 |
| Median Gross Rent | $668 | ±$65 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $37,604 | ±$18,441 |
| Per Capita Income | $35,233 | ±$5,609 |
| Poverty Rate | 14.8% | ±7.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 210 | ±107 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0.6% | ±1.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 508 | ±140 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 69.2% | ±9.9% |
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: 125,773 (2024)
ID: 100237
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
1415 W MELODY LN, BLDG G, BISBEE AZ 85603-3027
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Sierra Vista, AZ | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | SIERRA VISTA, AZ | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | SIERRA VISTA, AZ | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | SIERRA VISTA, AZ | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | SIERRA VISTA, AZ | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | SIERRA VISTA, AZ | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Tombstone, AZ | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | SIERRA VISTA, AZ | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | SIERRA VISTA, AZ | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | SIERRA VISTA, AZ |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 9 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Cochise County Community College District
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College | 13.1 mi away | 901 N Colombo Ave, Sierra Vista, AZ, 85635-2317 |
5205150500
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TOMBSTONE CITY LIBRARY
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Library | 3.2 mi away | 210 S 4TH ST, TOMBSTONE, AZ, 85638 |
(520) 457-3612
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SIERRA VISTA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.3 mi away | 2600 E TACOMA ST, SIERRA VISTA, AZ, 85635 |
(520) 458-4225
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HUACHUCA CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.4 mi away | 506 N GONZALES BLVD, HUACHUCA CITY, AZ, 85616 |
(520) 456-1063
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COPPER QUEEN LIBRARY
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Library | 17.7 mi away | 6 MAIN ST, BISBEE, AZ, 85603 |
(520) 432-4232
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COCHISE COUNTY LIBRARY DISTRICT HEADQUARTERS
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Library | 20.5 mi away | 1415 W MELODY LN BLDG C, BISBEE, AZ, 85603 |
(520) 432-8930
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ELFRIDA LIBRARY
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Library | 22.0 mi away | 10552 N HWY 191, ELFRIDA, AZ, 85610 |
(520) 642-1744
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SUNSITES COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 23.1 mi away | 210 N FORD RD, PEARCE, AZ, 85625 |
(520) 826-3866
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BENSON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 25.0 mi away | 300 S HUACHUCA ST, BENSON, AZ, 85602 |
(520) 586-9535
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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 TOMBSTONE, AZ US, located 3.2 miles from ZCTA5 85638. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 61.6° | 37.6° | 49.6° | 0.82" | 0.5" |
| February | 64.3° | 40.0° | 52.2° | 0.70" | 0.1" |
| March | 71.3° | 44.0° | 57.7° | 0.71" | 0.0" |
| April | 78.6° | 49.4° | 64.0° | 0.21" | 0.0" |
| May | 86.9° | 57.0° | 72.0° | 0.24" | 0.0" |
| June | 96.1° | 65.8° | 81.0° | 0.64" | 0.0" |
| July | 94.0° | 68.4° | 81.2° | 3.03" | 0.0" |
| August | 91.6° | 67.2° | 79.4° | 3.07" | 0.0" |
| September | 89.0° | 63.6° | 76.3° | 1.61" | 0.0" |
| October | 81.4° | 54.4° | 67.9° | 0.64" | 0.0" |
| November | 70.3° | 45.1° | 57.7° | 0.62" | 0.4" |
| December | 61.0° | 37.7° | 49.4° | 0.93" | 0.2" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tombstone city | City | 4.2 mi | — |
| Whetstone CDP | CDP | 14.1 mi | — |
| Sierra Vista city | City | 16.5 mi | — |
| Huachuca City town | Town | 16.8 mi | — |
| Sierra Vista Southeast CDP | CDP | 17.5 mi | — |
| St. David CDP | CDP | 17.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 85638. • 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.