ZIP Code 85004 in Phoenix, AZ

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Phoenix, Arizona
County:Maricopa County
Timezone:Mountain (GMT -07:00)
Local Time:8:17:49 PM
Population:8,833 [See All]
Area Codes:602 / 480 / 928 / 623 / 520
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:33.4506, -112.0694
Land Area:2.052 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 85004 has 8,833 residents and 5,008 households (average 1.59 persons per household). The median age is 31.1 years, significantly younger than the state (38.9) and significantly younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 51.3% male and 48.7% female, which is slightly higher than the national male share (49.1%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (61.7%, slightly higher than the state average of 60.4%) and Hispanic or Latino (25.0%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 25.0%, which is higher than the national average (18.7%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:8,833Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:11,178Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:13,734Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:4,304.6 people per sq mile
Average Income:$71,250Source: Census ACS
Households:5,008Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$365,500Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:1.59Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:5.73Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--4,1734,3914,5334,6494,6105,2095,9446,5527,1648,2239,07110,54811,178
Decennial Census4,965------------------8,833------
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)


Median Age: 31.1

Male Median Age: 32.6

Female Median Age: 29.2

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male8310383295586720692369248277207198194199138604930
Female101104100634684619479250199207190176146158107704236
Total1842071839291,2701,3391,1716194474843973743403572451309166
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:5,44854.86%
Black:6346.38%
Hispanic:*2,20422.20%
Asian:5075.11%
American Indian:2262.28%
Hawaiian:140.14%
Other:8979.03%
Total:9,930100%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)
* NOTE: Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. This means individuals who identify as Hispanic will also be included in one of the race categories (such as White or Black). As a result, the totals shown here may exceed 100% when Hispanic is displayed alongside racial groups.

Gender Breakdown


GenderCount%Median Age
Males:4,53151.30%32.6 years
Females:4,30248.70%29.2 years
Total:8,833100%31.1 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:9,53185.27%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:1721.54%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:4103.67%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:1,06513.20%
Total Population:11,178100%
Total Native Population:9,70386.80%
Total Foreign-born Population:1,47513.20%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS
Note: Nativity and Citizenship derived from American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Total Population listed here will not match official ZIP Code population totals, which are based on the Decennial Census.

Income & Employment


In 2023, the Median household income is $71,250, which is well under the national median ($78,538), is up $45,678 (178.6%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $29,299. Family households earn a median of $124,932 versus $58,135 for nonfamily households (a difference of $66,797). By gender, male median income is $74,183 and female is $67,127, which is considerably higher than the state female median ($51,415), with a current gap of $7,056 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 70.2%, which is markedly above the state rate (60.5%). The unemployment rate is 7.5%, which is considerably above the state rate (5.1%). The largest occupation group is Management (52.5%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02, DP03, DP04 and DP05.

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)


Income Type2011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Household Income$25,572$25,552$26,008$29,567$30,202$34,595$33,862$35,739$41,951$52,000$59,913$67,727$71,250
Median Family Income$24,705$24,504$33,214$46,174$47,222$55,592$60,125$62,000$107,619$129,250$115,724$107,163$124,932
Median NonFamily Income$21,678$22,121$19,293$19,565$21,806$26,908$21,250$24,158$26,917$30,173$43,305$51,484$58,135
Median Male Income$38,750$43,547$44,198$36,944$54,904$53,309$42,500$47,837$69,148$70,129$74,196$68,696$74,183
Median Female Income$38,036$38,315$37,538$40,245$40,417$41,981$42,533$48,250$51,694$56,479$55,554$62,535$67,127
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment Status


Employed:6,70164.78%
Unemployed:5475.29%
Not In Labor Force:3,09629.93%
Total:10,344100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)


Management, business, science, and arts:3,51852.50%
Service:6329.43%
Sales and Office:1,75426.18%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:4326.45%
Production, transportation, and material moving:3655.45%
Total Civilian Employed Population:6,701100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability


In 2023, the median home value is $365,500, which is markedly greater than the national median ($303,400), is up $100,600 (37.98%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $83,200. The median gross rent is $1,759, which is markedly greater than the national median ($1,348), is up $1,097 (165.71%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $568. Of occupied housing, owners make up 23.56% (52.19% with a mortgage, 47.81% free-and-clear) and renters 76.44% - making this ZIP Code less home ownership than the state and higher than national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 15.83%, which is considerably higher than the national rate (10.43%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Home Value$264,900$267,800$205,200$171,400$238,300$236,400$257,800$271,100$282,300$285,000$321,500$368,300$365,500
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:3327.99%
$500 to $999:2345.63%
$1,000 to $1,499:67316.21%
$1,500 to $1,999:1,60238.57%
$2,000 to $2,499:72817.53%
$2,500 to $2,999:41810.07%
$3,000 or more:1483.56%
No Rent:180.43%
Total:4,153100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Rent$662$680$685$754$762$850$891$965$1,191$1,260$1,517$1,610$1,759
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):66812.30%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):61211.26%
Renter Occupied:4,15376.44%
Total Occupied Housing Units:5,433100%

Occupied Housing Units:5,43384.17%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):1,02215.83%
Total Housing Units:6,455100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)


Single-Family Units:1,34320.81%
Multi-Family Units:5,11279.19%
Other Units:00.00%
Total Housing Units:6,455100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 59.40% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is markedly above the state rate (32.60%), well above both the state and national averages. High school or higher is 90.40%, which is on par with the state rate (89.10%). The uninsured rate is 12.70%, which is well above the national rate (8.60%). Public coverage is 22.00%, which is generally lower than the state rate (38.10%). The share of people in poverty is 6.00%, which is on par with the state rate (8.90%), down 23.40 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 3.60 percentage points. This points to a pronounced improvement in local conditions - rising incomes, firmer consumer demand, and a stronger tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is college (84.85%). College enrollment is 84.85%, which is markedly above the state rate (26.20%), indicating the community is likely a college hub with student-driven housing and services.

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:2633.58%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:4395.98%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):87411.91%
Some college, no degree:1,06414.50%
Associate's degree:3404.63%
Bachelor's degree:2,51934.33%
Graduate or professional degree:1,83925.06%
Total:7,338100%
High school or higher:6,63690.43%
Bachelor's degree or higher:4,35859.39%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)


Private Insurance:7,58566.20%
Public Insurance:2,45821.45%
No Insurance:1,41512.35%
Total:11,458100%
Has Health Insurance:10,04387.65%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2023)


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
% of People in Poverty29.4%30.1%32.0%24.0%22.8%18.3%12.6%10.2%9.6%5.3%3.4%7.8%6.0%
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)


Nursery School, Preschool:00.00%
Kindergarten:1404.26%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):2296.96%
High school (grades 9-12):1293.92%
College or graduate school:2,79084.85%
Total:3,288100%
Early Childhood:1404.26%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):49815.15%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 85004 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 1,236 business establishments, employing about 34,220 people with an annual payroll of $3,369,886,000. USPS data shows 8,638 residential mailboxes and 1,243 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:8,638Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:1,243Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:9,854Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:712Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:7,882Source: USPS
# of Businesses:1,236Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$877,044,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$3,369,886,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:34,220Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 85004 is located in Maricopa County, Arizona, within the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 38060) and Arizona's 3rd Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 4,941,206 people, about 0.18% of whom live in ZIP Code 85004. It covers 2.052 sq mi of land and a water area of 0 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZSource: Census
CBSA Number:38060Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:4,941,206Source: Census
MSA:Phoenix-Mesa, AZ MSASource: Census
Land Area:2.052 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:--Source: Census
Congressional District:03Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:15688.79 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:--Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:0455000Source: Census
Place Name:Phoenix city; ArizonaSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


85005 | | 85003

Schools in ZIP Code 85004


ZIP Code 85004 is in the Phoenix Union High School District, which serves grades 9th thru 12th. There are 6 public school(s) in this ZIP Code, and we have located 3 private school(s). It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

Arizona School For The Arts 1410 N 3rd St
Phoenix, AZ 85004
Khalsa Montessori Elementary School - Phoenix 2536 N 3rd St
Phoenix, AZ 85004
Friendly House Academia Del Pueblo Elem 201 E Durango St
Phoenix, AZ 85004
Genesis Academy 525 E Mcdowell Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85004
Phoenix Union Bioscience High School 512 E Pierce St
Phoenix, AZ 85004
District: Phoenix Union High School District
Arizona Virtual Academy 99 E Virginia Ave Ste 200
Phoenix, AZ 85004
The Family School 1127 W Mcdowell Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85007
District: Private SchoolNearby
Youth Development Institute School 1830 E Roosevelt St
Phoenix, AZ 85006
District: Private SchoolNearby
St Matthew School 320 N 20th Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85009
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 85004


Arizona State University-Downtown Phoenix 411 N Central Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85004
Type: Post Secondary
Roberto-Venn School Of Luthiery 1012 Nw Grand Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85007
Type: Post Secondary
Gateway Community College-Central City 1245 E Buckeye
Phoenix, AZ 85034-4101
Type: Post Secondary
Arizona Board Of Regents 2700 N Central Ave, Suite 400
Phoenix, AZ 85004
Type: Post Secondary
Phoenix College 1202 W Thomas Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85013
Type: Post Secondary
Gateway Community College 108 N. 40th Street
Phoenix, AZ 85034
Type: Post Secondary

Sources & References


Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on October 1, 2025.

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    • U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates (ACS) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census Business Patterns (CBD) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
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