ZIP Code 85706, Arizona
ZIP Code 85706 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 85706 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Pima County, Arizona. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 54,236. The land area covers 13.11 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 54,236 | ±2,595 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 30 yrs | ±1.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 17,969 | ±604 | 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 | 19,276 | ±595 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 17,969 | ±604 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,307 | ±358 |
| Median Home Value | $193,200 | ±$9,411 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,001 | ±$51 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $50,248 | ±$2,153 |
| Per Capita Income | $21,349 | ±$1,168 |
| Poverty Rate | 24.5% | ±2.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 13,207 | ±1,581 |
| Unemployment Rate | 7.9% | ±1.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 23,056 | ±1,323 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 91.1% | ±1.7% |
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: 1,080,149 (2024)
ID: 160816
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRPERSON
130 W CONGRESS ST, FL 11, TUCSON AZ 85701-1332
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Special Education School Nearby | PK | TUCSON, AZ | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK | PHOENIX, AZ | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK | TUCSON, AZ | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK-12 | TUCSON, AZ | |
| Special Education School Nearby | KG-12 | TUCSON, AZ | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | VAIL, AZ | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | TUCSON, AZ | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | TUCSON, AZ | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | TUCSON, AZ | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | TUCSON, 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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HDS Truck Driving Institute
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College Vocational | 4.7 mi away | 6251 S. Wilmot Road, Tucson, AZ, 85756 |
52072158254219
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EL PUEBLO BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 2.3 mi away | 101 W IRVINGTON RD, TUCSON, AZ, 85714 |
(520) 594-5250
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Aveda Institute-Tucson
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College Vocational | 5.4 mi away | 145 S 6th Avenue, Tucson, AZ, 85701 |
5202072660
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BOOKMOBILE - READRUNNERS
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Library | 2.4 mi away | 202 W VALENCIA RD, TUCSON, AZ, 85706 |
(520) 594-5415
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Pima Community College
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College | 5.9 mi away | 4905C East Broadway Blvd., Tucson, AZ, 85709-1275 |
5202064500
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VALENCIA BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 2.4 mi away | 202 W VALENCIA RD, TUCSON, AZ, 85706 |
(520) 594-5390
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University of Arizona
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College | 5.9 mi away | 1401 E University Blvd, Tucson, AZ, 85721-0066 |
5206212211
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QUINCIE DOUGLAS BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 3.2 mi away | 1585 E 36TH ST, TUCSON, AZ, 85713 |
(520) 594-5335
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Brookline College-Tucson
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College | 6.0 mi away | 300 S. Craycroft Rd Suite 100, Tucson, AZ, 85711 |
8889137207
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SAM LENA - SOUTH TUCSON BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 4.2 mi away | 1607 S 6TH AVE, TUCSON, AZ, 85713 |
(520) 594-5265
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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 TUCSON INTL AP, AZ US, located 1.6 miles from ZCTA5 85706. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 66.5° | 40.8° | 53.6° | 0.84" | 0.0" |
| February | 69.2° | 43.2° | 56.2° | 0.84" | 0.1" |
| March | 75.8° | 48.0° | 61.9° | 0.56" | 0.0" |
| April | 82.9° | 53.3° | 68.1° | 0.24" | 0.0" |
| May | 91.8° | 61.8° | 76.8° | 0.20" | 0.0" |
| June | 101.2° | 71.1° | 86.1° | 0.23" | 0.0" |
| July | 100.2° | 76.3° | 88.2° | 2.21" | 0.0" |
| August | 98.6° | 75.2° | 86.9° | 1.98" | 0.0" |
| September | 95.1° | 70.4° | 82.8° | 1.32" | 0.0" |
| October | 86.3° | 59.0° | 72.6° | 0.67" | 0.0" |
| November | 75.1° | 47.9° | 61.5° | 0.56" | 0.0" |
| December | 65.5° | 40.5° | 53.0° | 0.96" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Tucson city | City | 3.8 mi | — |
| Tucson city | City | 3.8 mi | — |
| Summit CDP | CDP | 6.0 mi | — |
| Drexel Heights CDP | CDP | 6.6 mi | — |
| Kleindale CDP | CDP | 8.4 mi | — |
| Valencia West CDP | CDP | 10.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 85706. • 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.