ZIP Code 86442, Arizona
ZIP Code 86442 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 86442 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Mohave County, Arizona. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 34,735. The land area covers 28.17 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 34,735 | ±665 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 52.8 yrs | ±1.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 16,941 | ±546 | 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 | 20,128 | ±474 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 16,941 | ±546 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 3,187 | ±432 |
| Median Home Value | $186,800 | ±$9,348 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,074 | ±$44 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $48,081 | ±$3,786 |
| Per Capita Income | $31,895 | ±$3,413 |
| Poverty Rate | 21% | ±2.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 7,225 | ±915 |
| Unemployment Rate | 12.2% | ±2.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 11,541 | ±678 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 89.6% | ±1.2% |
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: 226,479 (2024)
ID: 183707
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: DEVELOPMENT SVCS
PO BOX 7000, KINGMAN AZ 86402
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | FORT MOHAVE, AZ | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Laughlin, NV | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | BULLHEAD CITY, AZ | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | FORT MOHAVE, AZ | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | FORT MOHAVE, AZ | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | BULLHEAD CITY, AZ | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-10 | Fort Mohave, AZ | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | BULLHEAD CITY, AZ | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | BULLHEAD CITY, AZ | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | FORT MOHAVE, AZ |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 7 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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BULLHEAD CITY BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 2.8 mi away | 1170 E HANCOCK RD, BULLHEAD CITY, AZ, 86442 |
(928) 758-0714
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LAUGHLIN LIBRARY
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Library | 5.2 mi away | 2840 S NEEDLES HWY, LAUGHLIN, NV, 89028 |
(702) 507-4060
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SOUTH MOHAVE VALLEY COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 7.5 mi away | 5902 HWY 95 STE 102, FORT MOHAVE, AZ, 86426 |
(928) 768-1151
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AVA ICH ASIIT TRIBAL LIBRARY
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Library | 16.5 mi away | 1605 PLANTATION RD, MOHAVE VALLEY, AZ, 86440 |
(928) 346-2665
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NEEDLES BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 17.9 mi away | 1111 BAILEY, NEEDLES, CA, 92363 |
(760) 326-9255
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GOLDEN VALLEY COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 21.6 mi away | 3417 N VERDE RD, GOLDEN VALLEY, AZ, 86413 |
(928) 565-2989
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GOLDEN SHORES/TOPOCK COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 22.3 mi away | 13136 S GOLDEN SHORES PARKWAY, TOPOCK, AZ, 86436 |
(928) 768-2235
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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 BULLHEAD CITY, AZ US, located 3.5 miles from ZCTA5 86442. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 65.0° | 44.8° | 54.9° | 1.01" | — |
| February | 69.8° | 46.6° | 58.2° | 1.15" | — |
| March | 78.6° | 50.6° | 64.6° | 0.76" | — |
| April | 87.4° | 56.7° | 72.0° | 0.14" | — |
| May | 96.3° | 65.8° | 81.1° | 0.08" | — |
| June | 106.7° | 73.3° | 90.0° | 0.01" | — |
| July | 110.7° | 81.1° | 95.9° | 0.23" | — |
| August | 109.3° | 80.8° | 95.1° | 0.48" | — |
| September | 102.7° | 72.6° | 87.6° | 0.18" | — |
| October | 89.4° | 61.2° | 75.3° | 0.50" | — |
| November | 74.2° | 50.5° | 62.4° | 0.39" | — |
| December | 63.6° | 43.9° | 53.7° | 0.47" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bullhead City city | City | 2.6 mi | — |
| Laughlin CDP | CDP | 5.0 mi | — |
| Fort Mohave CDP | CDP | 6.2 mi | — |
| Katherine CDP | CDP | 8.9 mi | — |
| Mesquite Creek CDP | CDP | 9.0 mi | — |
| Mojave Ranch Estates CDP | CDP | 10.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 86442. • 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.