ZIP Code 85354 in Tonopah, AZ

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Tonopah, Arizona
County:Maricopa County
Timezone:Mountain (GMT -07:00)
Local Time:8:25:27 PM
Population:7,200 [See All]
Area Codes:623 / 928
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:33.4428, -112.9870
Land Area:715.65 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 85354 has 7,200 residents and 2,289 households (average 3.14 persons per household). The median age is 39.1 years, about the same as the state (38.9) and about the same as the nation (38.8). The gender split is 52.6% male and 47.4% female, which is higher than the national male share (49.1%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (60.6%, slightly lower than the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (39.7%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 39.7%, which is much higher than the national average (18.7%), and Other / Two or More Races share is much higher than the national average (8.4%).

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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:7,200Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:7,731Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:10,085Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:10.1 people per sq mile
Average Income:$64,596Source: Census ACS
Households:2,289Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$277,600Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:3.14Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:3.30Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--4,7555,2925,6495,7726,1987,0537,0087,5477,7197,6737,3597,9997,731
Decennial Census6,645------------------7,200------
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: 39.1

Male Median Age: 37.7

Female Median Age: 40

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male249259305329251198178206190253247292253237169933841
Female164265271263198189165190200263257226232200165804836
Total4135245765924493873433963905165045184854373341738677
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:4,36148.53%
Black:740.82%
Hispanic:*2,85631.78%
Asian:280.31%
American Indian:1291.44%
Hawaiian:30.03%
Other:1,53617.09%
Total:8,987100%
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:3,78852.61%37.7 years
Females:3,41247.39%40.0 years
Total:7,200100%39.1 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:6,80888.06%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:630.81%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:4846.26%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:37611.12%
Total Population:7,731100%
Total Native Population:6,87188.88%
Total Foreign-born Population:86011.12%
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 $64,596, which is far less than the national median ($78,538), is up $2,793 (4.5%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $1,763. Family households earn a median of $75,625 versus $29,564 for nonfamily households (a difference of $46,061). By gender, male median income is $54,701 and female is $47,221, which is much lower than the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $7,480 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 53.9%, which is much lower than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 7.4%, which is considerably above the state rate (5.1%). The largest occupation group is Management (26.3%).

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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$61,803$60,192$52,442$48,241$47,772$48,864$49,583$56,462$62,833$63,468$65,081$71,454$64,596
Median Family Income$68,908$69,075$65,625$62,991$55,174$55,472$55,833$59,327$63,965$66,184$71,157$77,006$75,625
Median NonFamily Income$19,342$27,306$26,912$28,920$27,670$30,244$32,353$36,600$38,438$36,723$29,215$28,611$29,564
Median Male Income$44,234$41,959$40,440$39,103$39,349$39,710$42,293$42,078$44,645$50,054$48,644$51,250$54,701
Median Female Income$34,766$31,694$29,286$28,188$26,313$27,884$27,659$32,500$33,553$37,321$41,437$45,924$47,221
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:3,21749.68%
Unemployed:2594.00%
Not In Labor Force:2,99946.32%
Total:6,475100%
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:84726.33%
Service:50915.82%
Sales and Office:76523.78%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:44313.77%
Production, transportation, and material moving:65320.30%
Total Civilian Employed Population:3,217100%
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 $277,600, which is much lower than the state median ($358,900), is up $144,400 (108.41%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $115,100. The median gross rent is $1,343, which is lower than the state median ($1,431), is up $234 (21.10%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $353. Of occupied housing, owners make up 84.74% (68.47% with a mortgage, 31.53% free-and-clear) and renters 15.26% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 6.18%, which is markedly below the state rate (11.00%).

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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$133,200$113,900$95,000$83,500$98,200$117,500$135,100$150,600$162,500$202,000$205,000$242,600$277,600
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:00.00%
$500 to $999:6715.47%
$1,000 to $1,499:15535.80%
$1,500 to $1,999:13330.72%
$2,000 to $2,499:00.00%
$2,500 to $2,999:00.00%
$3,000 or more:00.00%
No Rent:7818.01%
Total:433100%
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$1,109$1,121$1,076$1,027$783$798$798$793$990$1,113$1,095$1,250$1,343
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):1,64658.02%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):75826.72%
Renter Occupied:43315.26%
Total Occupied Housing Units:2,837100%

Occupied Housing Units:2,83793.82%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):1876.18%
Total Housing Units:3,024100%
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:1,52550.43%
Multi-Family Units:00.00%
Other Units:1,49949.57%
Total Housing Units:3,024100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 10.30% 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 79.00%, which is far lower than the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 19.20%, which is far higher than the national rate (8.60%). The share of people in poverty is 4.60%, which is markedly below the state rate (8.90%), down 6.20 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 8.10 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 (48.15%). College enrollment is 27.40%, which is on par with the state rate (26.20%), meaning the community mirrors broader higher-education participation.

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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:4828.23%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:74612.74%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):1,98233.85%
Some college, no degree:1,26321.57%
Associate's degree:78113.34%
Bachelor's degree:4297.33%
Graduate or professional degree:1732.95%
Total:5,856100%
High school or higher:4,62879.03%
Bachelor's degree or higher:60210.28%
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:4,01348.10%
Public Insurance:2,84534.10%
No Insurance:1,48517.80%
Total:8,343100%
Has Health Insurance:6,85882.20%
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 Poverty10.8%6.4%6.5%6.7%7.0%9.1%13.0%15.3%12.7%9.7%10.7%6.1%4.6%
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:422.54%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):79648.15%
High school (grades 9-12):36221.90%
College or graduate school:45327.40%
Total:1,653100%
Early Childhood:422.54%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):1,20072.60%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 85354 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 65 business establishments, employing about 2,543 people with an annual payroll of $301,524,000. USPS data shows 3,212 residential mailboxes and 30 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:3,212Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:30Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:15,252Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:250Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:3Source: USPS
# of Businesses:65Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$88,839,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$301,524,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:2,543Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 85354 is located in Maricopa County, Arizona, within the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 38060) and Arizona's 9th Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 4,941,206 people, about 0.15% of whom live in ZIP Code 85354. It covers 715.65 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.002 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:715.65 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.002 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:09Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:164.79 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:--Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:0474540Source: Census
Place Name:Tonopah CDP; ArizonaSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


85355 | | 85353

Schools in ZIP Code 85354


ZIP Code 85354 is in the Saddle Mountain Unified School District, which serves grades Kindergarten 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.

Ruth Fisher Middle School 38201 W Indian School Rd
Tonopah, AZ 85354
District: Saddle Mountain Unified School District
Tonopah Valley High School 38201 W Indian School Rd
Tonopah, AZ 85354
District: Saddle Mountain Unified School District
Winters Well Elementary School 35220 W Buckeye Rd
Tonopah, AZ 85354
District: Saddle Mountain Unified School District
Saddle Mountain Online Academy 38201 W Indian School Rd
Tonopah, AZ 85354
District: Saddle Mountain Unified School District
West-Mec - Tonopah Valley High School 38201 W Indian School Rd
Tonopah, AZ 85354
West-Mec - Virtual Learning Academy 38201 W Indian School Rd
Tonopah, AZ 85354
Grace Fellowship Academy 1300 N Miller Rd
Buckeye, AZ 85326
District: Private SchoolNearby
Palm Valley Montessori L L C 629 N Sarival Ave
Goodyear, AZ 85338
District: Private SchoolNearby
West Valley Christian School 16260 W Van Buren St
Goodyear, AZ 85338
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 85354


Western Maricopa Education Center - Southwest Campus 500 North Verrado Way
Buckeye, AZ 85326-5705
Type: Post Secondary
Commercial Divers International 4055 South Sarival Avenue
Goodyear, AZ 85338-3693
Type: Post Secondary
Estrella Mountain Community College 3000 N Dysart Rd
Avondale, AZ 85392-1000
Type: Post Secondary
Ottawa University-Surprise 15950 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Type: Post Secondary
Universal Technical Institute Of Arizona Inc 10695 West Pierce Street
Avondale, AZ 85323
Type: Post Secondary
Western Maricopa Education Center 6997 N Glen Harbor Blvd
Glendale, AZ 85307
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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