| City: | Congress, Arizona |
| County: | Yavapai County |
| Timezone: | Mountain (GMT -07:00) |
| Local Time: | 10:07:58 PM |
| Population: | 1,912 [See All] |
| Area Codes: | 520 / 928 |
| Classification: | PO Box |
| Coordinates: | 34.1540, -112.7697 |
| Land Area: | 416.595 sq mi |
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Congress sits in the high desert of central Arizona's Yavapai County, covering 447 square miles of rugged terrain between Wickenburg and Prescott. This isn't a traditional town. It's a scattered retirement community where 1,912 residents live across former mining country, with a median age of 66 years. The post office maintains 1,282 PO Boxes for just 958 households, serving an area where street delivery isn't available.
This is a PO Box Only Zone. No alternative mail delivery exists across the 447-square-mile territory. Residents drive to the Congress Post Office from properties scattered along State Route 89, Ghost Town Road, Date Creek Road, and dozens of rural roads. Nearly 40% of workers here work from home (39.3%), the kind of remote professionals and retirees who choose isolated desert living.
Street names tell the story of what draws people here. Ghost Town Road references the area's 1880s gold mining past. Vagabond Trail, Wandering Way, and Escapee Way hint at the transient RV culture. Mobile homes make up 44% of the housing stock (550 of 1,250 total units), and 63% of vacant homes are used seasonally. This is snowbird country, where the winter population swells.
The community is 86% white, with a growing Hispanic population of 29% (555 residents). Only 1.4% are under 18 (26 children total), and 89% of households are owner-occupied. Median household income sits at $57,500, with median home values of $236,800. These are working-class retirees and remote workers who traded urban conveniences for desert solitude.
Mail arrives via one rural route and one city route, but this doesn't mean traditional delivery. The routes serve limited areas, and the vast majority of the population relies on PO Boxes. With 1.34 boxes per household, the post office clearly serves beyond the immediate population, likely reaching ranchers and seasonal residents across the broader Date Creek and Weaver Valley areas.
For anyone mailing to Congress, a PO Box address is necessary. Street addresses won't work for most locations in this zone. The post office on Congress Way is the community's mail lifeline, a gathering point in a landscape where neighbors might be miles apart.
Street names blend mining history (Ghost Town Rd, Gold Dollar Ln) with wanderlust themes (Vagabond Trail, Escapee Way, Wandering Way), capturing the character of a former mining camp turned retirement and RV haven.
ZIP Code 85332 has 1,912 residents and 958 households (average 2.00 persons per household). The median age is 66.0 years, significantly older than the state (38.9) and significantly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 50.4% male and 49.6% female, which is slightly higher than the national male share (49.1%). Largest groups are White (86.2%, much higher than the state average of 60.4% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (9.5%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 9.5%, which is much lower than the state average (30.7%).
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| 2020 Population: | 1,912Source: Census DHC |
| 2024 ACS Population Estimate: | 1,777Source: Census ACS |
| 2026 ZC Population Estimate: | 0Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Population Density: | 4.6 people per sq mile |
| Average Income: | $57,500Source: Census ACS |
| Households: | 958Source: Census DHC |
| Average House Value: | $236,800Source: Census ACS |
| Persons Per Household: | 2.00Source: Census DHC |
| Average Family Size: | 2.99Source: Census ACS |
| Group | 2010 | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Census ACS Population Estimate | -- | 1,766 | 1,545 | 1,428 | 1,313 | 1,363 | 1,334 | 1,548 | 1,693 | 1,747 | 1,960 | 1,758 | 1,633 | 1,777 |
| Decennial Census | 2,146 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 1,912 | -- | -- | -- |
Median Age: 66
Male Median Age: 66.5
Female Median Age: 65.5
| 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 | 26 | 14 | 20 | 26 | 21 | 31 | 29 | 21 | 29 | 22 | 36 | 59 | 104 | 126 | 136 | 131 | 92 | 40 |
| Female | 22 | 30 | 31 | 18 | 9 | 13 | 12 | 26 | 23 | 31 | 47 | 91 | 109 | 120 | 153 | 119 | 63 | 32 |
| Total | 48 | 44 | 51 | 44 | 30 | 44 | 41 | 47 | 52 | 53 | 83 | 150 | 213 | 246 | 289 | 250 | 155 | 72 |
| White: | 1,648 | 84.30% |
| Black: | 11 | 0.56% |
| Hispanic:* | 181 | 9.26% |
| Asian: | 16 | 0.82% |
| American Indian: | 28 | 1.43% |
| Hawaiian: | 1 | 0.05% |
| Other: | 70 | 3.58% |
| Total: | 1,955 | 100% |
| Gender | Count | % | Median Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| Males: | 963 | 50.37% | 66.5 years |
| Females: | 949 | 49.63% | 65.5 years |
| Total: | 1,912 | 100% | 66.0 years |
| Native, born in the United States: | 1,757 | 98.87% |
| Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen: | 20 | 1.13% |
| Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen: | 0 | 1.13% |
| Total Population: | 1,777 | 100% |
| Total Native Population: | 1,757 | 98.87% |
| Total Foreign-born Population: | 20 | 1.13% |
In 2023, the Median household income is $57,500, which is far less than the national median ($78,538), is up $24,057 (71.9%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $15,130. Family households earn a median of $68,841 versus $28,229 for nonfamily households (a difference of $40,612). By gender, male median income is $0 and female is $99,265, which is far above the state female median ($51,415), with a current gap of $99,265 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 21.1%, which is considerably lower than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 0.0%, which is markedly below the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (46.6%).
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| Income Type | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $33,443 | $36,250 | $36,810 | $35,917 | $38,273 | $38,378 | $39,490 | $39,063 | $42,370 | $52,600 | $55,104 | $60,208 | $57,500 |
| Median Family Income | $34,851 | $38,288 | $38,310 | $39,310 | $48,153 | $50,357 | $47,273 | $48,750 | $53,229 | $58,280 | $62,219 | $77,950 | $68,841 |
| Median NonFamily Income | $28,718 | $28,867 | $27,958 | $25,982 | $23,973 | $23,836 | $24,138 | $26,546 | $25,924 | $30,054 | $30,233 | $25,768 | $28,229 |
| Median Male Income | $32,283 | $29,250 | $26,477 | $28,667 | $30,968 | $35,625 | $32,426 | $38,063 | $42,955 | $42,880 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Median Female Income | $23,906 | $23,813 | $21,488 | $22,000 | $22,589 | $0 | $0 | $62,697 | $54,489 | $0 | $85,216 | $94,087 | $99,265 |
| Employed: | 341 | 21.06% |
| Unemployed: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Not In Labor Force: | 1,278 | 78.94% |
| Total: | 1,619 | 100% |
| Management, business, science, and arts: | 159 | 46.63% |
| Service: | 112 | 32.84% |
| Sales and Office: | 24 | 7.04% |
| Natural resources, construction, and maintenance: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Production, transportation, and material moving: | 46 | 13.49% |
| Total Civilian Employed Population: | 341 | 100% |
In 2023, the median home value is $236,800, which is far less than the state median ($358,900), is up $106,400 (81.60%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $70,500. The median gross rent is $0, which is far less than the state median ($1,431), is down $467 (100.00%) since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $1,096. Of occupied housing, owners make up 92.14% (27.01% with a mortgage, 72.99% free-and-clear) and renters 7.86% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 27.24%, which is markedly above the national rate (10.43%).
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| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $130,400 | $116,400 | $116,600 | $107,200 | $119,700 | $140,400 | $152,900 | $146,500 | $166,300 | $181,400 | $210,100 | $213,300 | $236,800 |
| Less than $500: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $500 to $999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $1,000 to $1,499: | 46 | 68.66% |
| $1,500 to $1,999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $2,000 to $2,499: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $2,500 to $2,999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $3,000 or more: | 0 | 0.00% |
| No Rent: | 21 | 31.34% |
| Total: | 67 | 100% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Rent | $467 | $479 | $552 | $455 | $471 | $1,050 | $1,081 | $1,061 | $1,096 | $1,080 | $1,110 | $0 | $0 |
| Owner Occupied (with mortgage): | 212 | 24.88% |
| Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage): | 573 | 67.25% |
| Renter Occupied: | 67 | 7.86% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units: | 852 | 100% |
| Occupied Housing Units: | 852 | 72.76% |
| Vacant Housing Units (not graphed): | 319 | 27.24% |
| Total Housing Units: | 1,171 | 100% |
| Single-Family Units: | 582 | 49.70% |
| Multi-Family Units: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other Units: | 589 | 50.30% |
| Total Housing Units: | 1,171 | 100% |
In 2023, 19.10% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far lower than the national rate (35.00%). High school or higher is 96.50%, which is markedly above the state rate (89.10%). The uninsured rate is 5.60%, which is generally lower than the state rate (10.60%). Public coverage is 77.00%, which is far higher than the national rate (36.30%). The share of people in poverty is 8.90%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.70%), down 4.60 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 2.60 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 elementary (90.29%). College enrollment is 9.71%, which is comparable to the national rate (26.70%), meaning the community mirrors broader higher-education participation.
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| Less than 9th grade: | 57 | 3.52% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 0 | 0.00% |
| High school graduate (includes equivalency): | 505 | 31.19% |
| Some college, no degree: | 543 | 33.54% |
| Associate's degree: | 205 | 12.66% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 228 | 14.08% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 81 | 5.00% |
| Total: | 1,619 | 100% |
| High school or higher: | 1,562 | 96.48% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher: | 309 | 19.09% |
| Private Insurance: | 1,101 | 42.86% |
| Public Insurance: | 1,368 | 53.25% |
| No Insurance: | 100 | 3.89% |
| Total: | 2,569 | 100% |
| Has Health Insurance: | 2,469 | 96.11% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| % of People in Poverty | 13.5% | 11.7% | 12.6% | 10.6% | 5.5% | 4.9% | 8.1% | 13.1% | 11.5% | 10.0% | 8.0% | 10.7% | 8.9% |
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.
| Nursery School, Preschool: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Kindergarten: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 158 | 90.29% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 0 | 0.00% |
| College or graduate school: | 17 | 9.71% |
| Total: | 175 | 100% |
| Early Childhood: | 0 | 0.00% |
| K-12 (Primary & Secondary School): | 158 | 90.29% |
ZIP Code 85332 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2024), there are 14 business establishments, employing about 70 people with an annual payroll of $2,279,000.
| # Residential Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| # Business Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| Total Delivery Receptacles: | 8,669Source: USPS |
| Single Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| Multi Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| # of Businesses: | 14Source: CBP |
| 1st Quarter Payroll: | $616,000Source: CBP |
| Annual Payroll: | $2,279,000Source: CBP |
| # of Employees: | 70Source: CBP |
ZIP Code 85332 is located in Yavapai County, Arizona, within the Prescott Valley-Prescott, AZ Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 39150) and Arizona's 2nd Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 241,656 people, about 0.79% of whom live in ZIP Code 85332. It covers 416.595 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.052 sq mi.
| CBSA Name: | Prescott Valley-Prescott, AZSource: Census |
| CBSA Number: | 39150Source: Census |
| CBSA Type: | MetroSource: Census |
| CBSA Division: | --Source: Census |
| CBSA Population: | 241,656Source: Census |
| MSA: | Source: Census |
| Land Area: | 416.595 sq miSource: Census |
| Water Area: | 0.052 sq miSource: Census |
| Congressional District: | 02Source: USPS |
| Congressional Land Area: | 7838.12 sq miSource: Census |
| PMSA: | Source: Census |
| Intro Date: | < 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Place FIPS Code: | 0415220Source: Census |
| Place Name: | Congress CDP; ArizonaSource: Census |
ZIP Code 85332 is in the Congress Elementary District, which serves grades Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 1 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.
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 February 1, 2026.