ZIP Code 85536 in Fort Thomas, AZ

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Fort Thomas, Arizona
County:Graham County
Timezone:Mountain (GMT -07:00)
Local Time:8:26:44 PM
Population:369 [See All]
Area Code:928
Classification:PO Box
Coordinates:32.9827, -109.9847
Land Area:143.036 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 85536 has 369 residents and 156 households (average 2.37 persons per household). The median age is 46.2 years, significantly older than the state (38.9) and significantly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 55.0% male and 45.0% female, which is higher than the national male share (49.1%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (82.9%, much higher than the state average of 60.4% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (10.3%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 10.3%, which is much lower than the state average (30.7%).

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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:369Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:319Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:0Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:2.6 people per sq mile
Average Income:$101,083Source: Census ACS
Households:156Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$152,500Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.37Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:2.59Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--181258501517481592577375440445383340319
Decennial Census408------------------369------
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: 46.2

Male Median Age: 51.5

Female Median Age: 44.5

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male582511795981014161722149311
Female6510181278911138571715285
Total111335291916131819232221243929111116
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:30682.04%
Black:61.61%
Hispanic:*3810.19%
Asian:00%
American Indian:61.61%
Hawaiian:00%
Other:174.56%
Total:373100%
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:20355.01%51.5 years
Females:16644.99%44.5 years
Total:369100%46.2 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:319100.00%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:00.00%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:00.00%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:00.00%
Total Population:319100%
Total Native Population:319100.00%
Total Foreign-born Population:00.00%
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 $101,083, which is markedly greater than the state median ($76,872), is up $72,735 (256.6%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $40,389. Family households earn a median of $132,694 versus $0 for nonfamily households (a difference of $132,694). By gender, male median income is $0 and female is $0, which is well under the state female median ($51,415), with a current gap of $0 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 44.3%, which is considerably lower than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 4.0%, which is generally lower than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (57.7%).

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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$28,348$28,940$32,500$33,281$50,125$50,777$57,917$59,519$60,694$86,667$68,750$68,295$101,083
Median Family Income$27,545$28,315$29,250$29,613$51,333$51,757$65,048$68,289$68,750$105,769$94,375$100,000$132,694
Median NonFamily Income$40,625$42,946$0$0$34,598$33,750$33,710$37,125$0$58,625$61,429$66,250$0
Median Male Income$19,402$29,583$41,806$30,000$0$50,613$53,220$53,750$54,241$84,125$0$37,500$0
Median Female Income$0$0$0$0$0$0$33,065$35,208$29,792$0$0$0$0
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:9742.54%
Unemployed:41.75%
Not In Labor Force:12755.70%
Total:228100%
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:5657.73%
Service:1818.56%
Sales and Office:1010.31%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:1010.31%
Production, transportation, and material moving:33.09%
Total Civilian Employed Population:97100%
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 $152,500, which is well under the state median ($358,900), is up $96,200 (170.87%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $34,600. The median gross rent is $0, which is far less than the state median ($1,431), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. Of occupied housing, owners make up 68.99% (60.67% with a mortgage, 39.33% free-and-clear) and renters 31.01% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 39.44%, 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$56,300$54,400$57,300$57,100$0$0$0$0$117,900$139,500$129,200$153,100$152,500
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:1332.50%
$500 to $999:00.00%
$1,000 to $1,499:00.00%
$1,500 to $1,999:00.00%
$2,000 to $2,499:00.00%
$2,500 to $2,999:00.00%
$3,000 or more:00.00%
No Rent:2767.50%
Total:40100%
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$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):5441.86%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):3527.13%
Renter Occupied:4031.01%
Total Occupied Housing Units:129100%

Occupied Housing Units:12960.56%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):8439.44%
Total Housing Units:213100%
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:17180.28%
Multi-Family Units:00.00%
Other Units:4219.72%
Total Housing Units:213100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 18.40% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is comparable to the national rate (35.00%). High school or higher is 63.60%, which is far lower than the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 5.60%, which is on par with the state rate (10.60%). The share of people in poverty is 0.00%, which is on par with the state rate (8.90%), and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 11.80 percentage points. Poverty has been broadly stable, which may reflect structural barriers or offsetting gains and setbacks. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (50.55%). College enrollment is 0.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (26.70%), 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:00.00%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:8336.40%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):6528.51%
Some college, no degree:208.77%
Associate's degree:187.89%
Bachelor's degree:229.65%
Graduate or professional degree:208.77%
Total:228100%
High school or higher:14563.60%
Bachelor's degree or higher:4218.42%
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:25571.23%
Public Insurance:8523.74%
No Insurance:185.03%
Total:358100%
Has Health Insurance:34094.97%
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 Poverty0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%4.3%6.1%11.0%11.8%5.1%0.0%0.0%0.0%
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:1415.38%
Kindergarten:2527.47%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):4650.55%
High school (grades 9-12):66.59%
College or graduate school:00.00%
Total:91100%
Early Childhood:3942.86%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):7784.62%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 85536 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 6 business establishments, employing about 65 people with an annual payroll of $989,000.

# Residential Mailboxes:0Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:0Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:183Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
# of Businesses:6Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$260,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$989,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:65Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 85536 is located in Graham County, Arizona, within the Safford, AZ Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 40940) and Arizona's 6th Congressional District. This Micro area has a population of 38,860 people, about 0.95% of whom live in ZIP Code 85536. It covers 143.036 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.365 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Safford, AZSource: Census
CBSA Number:40940Source: Census
CBSA Type:MicroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:38,860Source: Census
MSA:Source: Census
Land Area:143.036 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.365 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:06Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:625.07 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:0424950Source: Census
Place Name:Fort Thomas CDP; ArizonaSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


85539 | | 85535

Schools in ZIP Code 85536


ZIP Code 85536 is in the Fort Thomas Unified District, which serves grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 3 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.

Fort Thomas Elementary School 15560 West Elementary School R
Fort Thomas, AZ 85536
District: Fort Thomas Unified District
Fort Thomas High School Highway 70
Fort Thomas, AZ 85536
District: Fort Thomas Unified District
Gift - Ft. Thomas High School 15502 W. Highway 70
Fort Thomas, AZ 85536
Apache Baptist Academy Wickiup Village, Ste E
Bylas, AZ 85530
District: Private SchoolNearby
Peridot-Our Savior's Lutheran Elementary School Indian Highway 170, 1 Mile N Of US Highway 70
Peridot, AZ 85542
District: Private SchoolNearby
St Charles Apache Mission School 355 San Carlos Ave
San Carlos, AZ 85550
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 85536


Arizona State University - The Gila Valley 615 North Stadium Avenue
Thatcher, AZ 85552-5545
Type: Post Secondary
Eastern Arizona College 615 N. Stadium Ave.
Thatcher, AZ 85552-0769
Type: Post Secondary
Pima Medical Institute-Tucson 2121 N Craycroft Road, Bldg 1
Tucson, AZ 85712
Type: Post Secondary
Arizona Academy Of Beauty 5631 E Speedway Blvd
Tucson, AZ 85712
Type: Post Secondary
Arizona School Of Acupuncture And Oriental Medicine 2856 E Fort Lowell Rd
Tucson, AZ 85716-1518
Type: Post Secondary
Arizona College Of Nursing-Tucson 5285 East Williams Circle, Suite 1000
Tucson, AZ 85711
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 Business Patterns (CBD) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census American National Standards Institute (ANSI) [Updated: As Released]
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