ZIP Code 85353 in Tolleson, AZ

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Tolleson, Arizona
County:Maricopa County
Timezone:Mountain (GMT -07:00)
Local Time:8:25:26 PM
Population:42,936 [See All]
Area Code:520
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:33.4212, -112.2724
Land Area:21.561 sq mi
Quick Link:
https://www.zip-codes.com/zip-code/85353/zip-code-85353.asp

Download this data |

Download ZIP Boundaries |

Interactive charts load automatically as you scroll. Hover for data, click to explore trends, and use the menu to export.

Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 85353 has 42,936 residents and 11,183 households (average 3.84 persons per household). The median age is 28.2 years, significantly younger than the state (38.9) and significantly younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 48.6% male and 51.4% female, which is about the same as the state male share (49.5%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are Hispanic or Latino (71.5%) and Other / Two or More Races (33.1%, much higher than the state average of 12.6% and well above the national average of 8.4%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 71.5%, which is much higher than the national average (18.7%), and Other / Two or More Races share is much higher than both the state (12.6%) and national averages (8.4%).

Explore More:Population Over TimeBy Age & GenderBy RaceBy GenderNativity & Citizenship

Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:42,936Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:44,995Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:58,214Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:1,991.4 people per sq mile
Average Income:$88,867Source: Census ACS
Households:11,183Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$344,600Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:3.84Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:3.24Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--30,30631,61332,30833,92035,57437,98339,40041,81842,80142,23042,05844,00044,995
Decennial Census31,011------------------42,936------
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: 28.2

Male Median Age: 27.3

Female Median Age: 29

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male1,8512,0692,2121,9441,6371,6401,6991,6251,3721,1671,01080067844230022611175
Female1,7862,0942,2121,9831,6431,7481,8361,7391,4541,3341,070937747550393248161143
Total3,6374,1634,4243,9273,2803,3883,5353,3642,8262,5012,0801,7371,425992693474272218
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:11,74218.55%
Black:4,5177.14%
Hispanic:*30,68848.49%
Asian:9291.47%
American Indian:1,0511.66%
Hawaiian:1230.19%
Other:14,23322.49%
Total:63,283100%
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:20,85848.58%27.3 years
Females:22,07851.42%29.0 years
Total:42,936100%28.2 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:33,93775.42%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:7711.71%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:4,99511.10%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:5,29222.86%
Total Population:44,995100%
Total Native Population:34,70877.14%
Total Foreign-born Population:10,28722.86%
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 $88,867, which is far above the state median ($76,872), is up $38,301 (75.7%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $18,324. Family households earn a median of $87,907 versus $73,062 for nonfamily households (a difference of $14,845). By gender, male median income is $53,293 and female is $41,837, which is considerably lower than the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $11,456 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 70.3%, which is much higher than the state rate (60.5%). The unemployment rate is 3.6%, which is below the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (26.9%).

Explore More:Income Over TimeHousehold IncomeEmployment StatusBy Occupation

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$50,566$49,886$50,066$52,371$52,552$56,640$60,907$64,904$70,543$76,179$77,905$82,271$88,867
Median Family Income$49,563$49,811$50,218$51,711$52,200$56,667$59,817$63,470$67,969$72,942$76,568$82,209$87,907
Median NonFamily Income$37,209$37,141$33,250$35,476$34,577$35,988$41,229$45,977$51,162$59,871$60,700$68,026$73,062
Median Male Income$39,183$38,513$38,339$40,755$39,456$40,513$41,110$41,469$42,490$43,833$47,595$51,222$53,293
Median Female Income$31,591$33,357$32,088$34,063$32,400$32,083$32,147$34,442$34,307$35,437$38,420$41,878$41,837
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:21,34567.58%
Unemployed:8012.54%
Not In Labor Force:9,43929.88%
Total:31,585100%
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:5,74926.93%
Service:3,59716.85%
Sales and Office:5,24324.56%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:2,61712.26%
Production, transportation, and material moving:4,13919.39%
Total Civilian Employed Population:21,345100%
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 $344,600, which is considerably higher than the national median ($303,400), is up $182,900 (113.11%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $147,700. The median gross rent is $1,626, which is much higher than the national median ($1,348), is up $433 (36.30%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $370. Of occupied housing, owners make up 69.74% (72.03% with a mortgage, 27.97% free-and-clear) and renters 30.26% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 4.18%, which is markedly below the state rate (11.00%).

Explore More:Compare Home ValueHome Value Over TimeRent & Over TimeHousing Occupancy

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$161,700$138,700$121,400$127,700$141,000$158,900$168,500$181,100$196,900$220,200$240,400$292,300$344,600
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:270.75%
$500 to $999:3469.55%
$1,000 to $1,499:1,14331.54%
$1,500 to $1,999:89824.78%
$2,000 to $2,499:95026.21%
$2,500 to $2,999:1203.31%
$3,000 or more:00.00%
No Rent:1403.86%
Total:3,624100%
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$1,193$1,178$1,126$1,094$1,083$1,097$1,129$1,187$1,256$1,324$1,391$1,550$1,626
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):6,01750.24%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):2,33619.50%
Renter Occupied:3,62430.26%
Total Occupied Housing Units:11,977100%

Occupied Housing Units:11,97795.82%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):5234.18%
Total Housing Units:12,500100%
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:11,09588.76%
Multi-Family Units:1,0528.42%
Other Units:3532.82%
Total Housing Units:12,500100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 13.80% 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 74.10%, which is far lower than the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 16.70%, which is far higher than the national rate (8.60%). The share of people in poverty is 10.30%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.70%), down 0.90 percentage points since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 0.40 percentage points. This suggests a positive shift in the local economic and social landscape - higher incomes, steadier consumer demand, and a strengthening tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (50.50%). College enrollment is 16.67%, which is far lower than the national rate (26.70%), indicating the community may be more oriented toward vocational/trade or direct-to-workforce opportunities.

Explore More:Educational AttainmentHealth InsurancePoverty Over TimeSchool Enrollment

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:3,41913.45%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:3,16812.46%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):7,85030.87%
Some college, no degree:5,16220.30%
Associate's degree:2,3249.14%
Bachelor's degree:2,5249.93%
Graduate or professional degree:9793.85%
Total:25,426100%
High school or higher:18,83974.09%
Bachelor's degree or higher:3,50313.78%
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:25,22953.64%
Public Insurance:14,30730.42%
No Insurance:7,50015.95%
Total:47,036100%
Has Health Insurance:39,53684.05%
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 Poverty11.2%12.7%12.9%14.5%15.1%14.2%13.0%12.0%9.9%9.6%9.3%10.1%10.3%
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:5764.12%
Kindergarten:8566.12%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):7,06850.50%
High school (grades 9-12):3,16322.60%
College or graduate school:2,33316.67%
Total:13,996100%
Early Childhood:1,43210.23%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):11,08779.22%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 85353 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 513 business establishments, employing about 21,345 people with an annual payroll of $1,217,465,000. USPS data shows 15,160 residential mailboxes and 452 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:15,160Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:452Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:16,100Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:1,449Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:2,222Source: USPS
# of Businesses:513Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$314,265,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$1,217,465,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:21,345Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 85353 is located in Maricopa County, Arizona, within the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 38060) and Arizona's 3rd and 7th Congressional Districts. This Metro area has a population of 4,941,206 people, about 0.87% of whom live in ZIP Code 85353. It covers 21.561 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.007 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:21.561 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.007 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:03,07Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:15688.79, 205.12 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:--Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:0474190Source: Census
Place Name:Tolleson city; ArizonaSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


85354 | | 85352

Schools in ZIP Code 85353


ZIP Code 85353 is part of 4 school districts, including: Littleton Elementary District (Grades PK thru 08), Union Elementary District (Grades PK thru 08), Tolleson Elementary District (Grades PK thru 08) and Tolleson Union High School District (Grades 9th thru 12th). There are 17 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.

Arts Academy At Estrella Mountain 2504 S 91st Ave
Tolleson, AZ 85353
Country Place Elementary 10207 W Country Place Blvd
Tolleson, AZ 85353
District: Littleton Elementary District
Tres Rios Elementary School 5025 S 103rd Ave
Tolleson, AZ 85353
District: Littleton Elementary District
Fine Arts Academy 1700 S 103rd Ave
Tolleson, AZ 85353
District: Littleton Elementary District
Academy Of Math And Science Avondale 10649 W Buckeye Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85353
Union Elementary School 3834 S 91st Ave
Tolleson, AZ 85353
District: Union Elementary District
Hurley Ranch Elementary 8950 W Illini Rd
Tolleson, AZ 85353
District: Union Elementary District
Dos Rios Elementary 2150 S 87th Ave
Tolleson, AZ 85353
District: Union Elementary District
West-Mec - Sierra Linda High School 9801 W Van Buren St
Tolleson, AZ 85353
West-Mec - Tolleson Union High School 9419 W Van Buren St
Tolleson, AZ 85353
Porfirio H. Gonzales Elementary School 9401 W Garfield St
Tolleson, AZ 85353
District: Tolleson Elementary District
Arizona Desert Elementary School 8803 W Van Buren St
Tolleson, AZ 85353
District: Tolleson Elementary District
Tolleson Virtual Academy 9261 West Van Buren Street
Tolleson, AZ 85353
District: Tolleson Elementary District
Tolleson Union High School 9419 W Van Buren St
Tolleson, AZ 85353
District: Tolleson Union High School District
Sierra Linda High School 9801 W Van Buren St
Tolleson, AZ 85353
District: Tolleson Union High School District
University High School 9419 W Van Buren St
Tolleson, AZ 85353
District: Tolleson Union High School District
Tolleson Virtual High School 9801 W Van Buren St
Tolleson, AZ 85353
District: Tolleson Union High School District
St John Vianney Catholic School 539 E La Pasada Blvd
Goodyear, AZ 85338
District: Private SchoolNearby
The Goddard School 13235 W Thomas Rd Bldg A
Goodyear, AZ 85395
District: Private SchoolNearby
Montessori In The Park 1832 N Litchfield Rd
Goodyear, AZ 85395
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 85353


Universal Technical Institute Of Arizona Inc 10695 West Pierce Street
Avondale, AZ 85323
Type: Post Secondary
Empire Beauty School-Avondale 9945 W Mcdowell Road #112
Avondale, AZ 85323
Type: Post Secondary
Estrella Mountain Community College 3000 N Dysart Rd
Avondale, AZ 85392-1000
Type: Post Secondary
Commercial Divers International 4055 South Sarival Avenue
Goodyear, AZ 85338-3693
Type: Post Secondary
Western Maricopa Education Center 6997 N Glen Harbor Blvd
Glendale, AZ 85307
Type: Post Secondary
Grand Canyon University 3300 W Camelback Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85017
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.

  1. U.S. Postal Service [Last Updated: 10/1/2025], https://www.usps.com
  2. ZIP-Codes.com Proprietary Data Enhancements [Updated: 10/1/2025], https://www.zip-codes.com
  3. U.S. Census [Updated: Varies], https://www.census.gov
    • U.S. Census Office of Management and Budget [Updated: As Released]
    • U.S. Census 2020 Demographic & Housing Characteristics (DHC) [Decennial] [Updated: 5/25/2023]
    • 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]
    • U.S. Census American National Standards Institute (ANSI) [Updated: As Released]
  4. U.S. Geological Survey [Updated: Varies], https://www.usgs.gov
  5. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services [Updated: Annually, As Released], https://www.cms.gov
  6. National Center for Education Statistics [Updated: 10/1/2025], https://nces.ed.gov