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Population & Demographics

ZIP Code 85016 has 37,326 residents and 18,693 households (average 1.98 persons per household). The median age is 37.1 years, slightly younger than the state (38.9) and slightly younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 49.6% male and 50.4% female, which is about the same as the national male share (49.1%). Largest groups are White (63.2%, slightly higher than the state average of 60.4%) and Hispanic or Latino (27.1%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 27.1%, which is much 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:	37,326Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:	36,857Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:	40,825Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:	4,554.2 people per sq mile
Average Income:	$85,085Source: Census ACS

Households:	18,693Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:	$508,400Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:	1.98Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:	3.78Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)

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Group	2010	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Census ACS Population Estimate	--	32,392	31,605	33,646	33,432	34,901	35,660	35,321	35,167	35,930	35,627	36,320	37,025	36,857
Decennial Census	33,896	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	37,326	--	--	--

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: 37.1

Male Median Age: 37.2

Female Median Age: 37

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Group	< 5	5-9	10-14	15-19	20-24	25-29	30-34	35-39	40-44	45-49	50-54	55-59	60-64	65-69	70-74	75-79	80-84	85+
Male	862	847	810	778	1,228	2,006	2,015	1,536	1,235	1,132	1,208	1,160	1,057	882	772	464	305	215
Female	814	789	797	793	1,391	2,231	2,000	1,354	1,129	1,068	1,110	1,121	1,148	1,005	846	548	340	330
Total	1,676	1,636	1,607	1,571	2,619	4,237	4,015	2,890	2,364	2,200	2,318	2,281	2,205	1,887	1,618	1,012	645	545

Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

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Population by Race

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White:	23,583	55.46%
Black:	2,013	4.73%
Hispanic:*	10,116	23.79%
Asian:	1,347	3.17%
American Indian:	1,182	2.78%
Hawaiian:	79	0.19%
Other:	4,199	9.88%
Total:	42,519	100%

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.

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Gender Breakdown

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Gender	Count	%	Median Age
Males:	18,512	49.60%	37.2 years
Females:	18,814	50.40%	37.0 years
Total:	37,326	100%	37.1 years

Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship

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Native, born in the United States:	31,450	85.33%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:	504	1.37%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:	2,420	6.57%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:	2,483	13.30%
Total Population:	36,857	100%
Total Native Population:	31,954	86.70%
Total Foreign-born Population:	4,903	13.30%

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 $85,085, which is far above the state median ($76,872), is up $42,255 (98.7%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $25,000. Family households earn a median of $106,581 versus $69,473 for nonfamily households (a difference of $37,108). By gender, male median income is $65,694 and female is $65,608, which is considerably higher than the state female median ($51,415), with a current gap of $86 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 73.9%, which is markedly above the state rate (60.5%). The unemployment rate is 2.8%, which is considerably lower than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (56.0%).

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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)

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Income Type	2011	2012	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Median Household Income	$42,830	$42,935	$46,233	$46,399	$48,864	$51,245	$55,156	$56,423	$60,085	$66,759	$71,318	$80,315	$85,085
Median Family Income	$55,670	$55,400	$61,671	$65,389	$68,042	$67,616	$73,573	$75,333	$75,221	$84,161	$89,867	$98,098	$106,581
Median NonFamily Income	$33,101	$34,770	$36,705	$37,005	$37,863	$40,887	$41,924	$43,682	$47,194	$50,968	$55,150	$64,702	$69,473
Median Male Income	$40,892	$43,345	$45,744	$45,383	$45,194	$46,900	$50,428	$54,055	$52,548	$55,383	$57,821	$62,996	$65,694
Median Female Income	$37,577	$38,758	$40,796	$43,726	$45,108	$45,183	$46,407	$47,281	$45,160	$50,884	$53,886	$59,638	$65,608

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income

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

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Employment Status

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Employed:	23,203	71.70%
Unemployed:	662	2.05%
Not In Labor Force:	8,498	26.26%
Total:	32,363	100%

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)

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Management, business, science, and arts:	12,994	56.00%
Service:	3,648	15.72%
Sales and Office:	3,729	16.07%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:	1,168	5.03%
Production, transportation, and material moving:	1,664	7.17%
Total Civilian Employed Population:	23,203	100%

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 $508,400, which is far above the national median ($303,400), is up $261,300 (105.75%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $189,500. The median gross rent is $1,575, which is considerably higher than the national median ($1,348), is up $781 (98.36%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $547. Of occupied housing, owners make up 51.01% (63.25% with a mortgage, 36.75% free-and-clear) and renters 48.99% - making this ZIP Code less home ownership than the state and higher than national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 12.36%, 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)

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

Median Home Value Over Time

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Median Home Value	$247,100	$215,600	$194,400	$192,400	$199,600	$232,100	$269,900	$295,300	$318,900	$359,000	$370,700	$459,300	$508,400

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid

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Less than $500:	53	0.58%
$500 to $999:	1,150	12.54%
$1,000 to $1,499:	2,842	30.99%
$1,500 to $1,999:	2,976	32.45%
$2,000 to $2,499:	1,287	14.03%
$2,500 to $2,999:	341	3.72%
$3,000 or more:	332	3.62%
No Rent:	191	2.08%
Total:	9,172	100%

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

Median Gross Rent Over Time

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Median Rent	$794	$792	$802	$814	$822	$857	$895	$944	$1,028	$1,119	$1,245	$1,396	$1,575

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy

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Owner Occupied (with mortgage):	6,041	32.27%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):	3,510	18.75%
Renter Occupied:	9,172	48.99%
Total Occupied Housing Units:	18,723	100%

Occupied Housing Units:	18,723	87.64%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):	2,640	12.36%
Total Housing Units:	21,363	100%

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

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

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Single-Family Units:	10,866	50.86%
Multi-Family Units:	10,349	48.44%
Other Units:	148	0.69%
Total Housing Units:	21,363	100%

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

Education, Health & Community

In 2023, 49.80% 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 93.90%, which is notably higher than the state rate (89.10%). The uninsured rate is 11.00%, which is well above the national rate (8.60%). The share of people in poverty is 7.80%, which is on par with the state rate (8.90%), down 6.90 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 6.00 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 (38.04%). College enrollment is 38.04%, 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)

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Less than 9th grade:	856	2.96%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:	893	3.09%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):	4,871	16.85%
Some college, no degree:	5,838	20.20%
Associate's degree:	2,043	7.07%
Bachelor's degree:	8,336	28.84%
Graduate or professional degree:	6,070	21.00%
Total:	28,907	100%
High school or higher:	27,158	93.95%
Bachelor's degree or higher:	14,406	49.84%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

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

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Private Insurance:	25,151	62.62%
Public Insurance:	10,993	27.37%
No Insurance:	4,021	10.01%
Total:	40,165	100%
Has Health Insurance:	36,144	89.99%

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)

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
% of People in Poverty	14.7%	16.1%	16.1%	15.3%	14.6%	14.4%	12.9%	13.4%	13.8%	11.1%	11.1%	10.1%	7.8%

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)

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Nursery School, Preschool:	321	5.13%
Kindergarten:	283	4.53%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):	2,274	36.37%
High school (grades 9-12):	996	15.93%
College or graduate school:	2,378	38.04%
Total:	6,252	100%
Early Childhood:	604	9.66%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):	3,553	56.83%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

City:	Phoenix, Arizona
County:	Maricopa County
Timezone:	Mountain (GMT -07:00)
Local Time:	8:18:18 PM
Population:	37,326 [See All]
Area Codes:	480 / 602 / 623
Classification:	Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:	33.5170, -112.0214
Land Area:	8.196 sq mi
Quick Link:	https://www.zip-codes.com/zip-code/85016/zip-code-85016.asp

# Residential Mailboxes:	20,619Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:	2,182Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:	24,237Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:	6,901Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:	12,394Source: USPS

# of Businesses:	2,714Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:	$1,404,453,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:	$5,289,684,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:	57,139Source: CBP

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:	8.196 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:	0.076 sq miSource: Census

Congressional District:	01,03Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:	55039.61, 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

ZIP Code 85016 in Phoenix, AZ

Population & Demographics

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)

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

Population by Race

Gender Breakdown

Nativity & Citizenship

Income & Employment

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

Average Household Income

Employment Status

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

Housing & Affordability

Median Home Value (Comparison)

Median Home Value Over Time

Gross Rent Paid

Median Gross Rent Over Time

Housing Occupancy

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

Education, Health & Community

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)

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

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

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)

Business & Employment Statistics

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes

Schools in ZIP Code 85016

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 85016

Sources & References