ZIP Code 85730 in Tucson, AZ

Data Last Updated: February 1, 2026
City:Tucson, Arizona
Names to Avoid:
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County:Pima County
Timezone:Mountain (GMT -07:00)
Local Time:10:20:25 AM
Population:39,258 [See All]
Area Code:520
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:32.1756, -110.7967
Land Area:37.523 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 85730 has 39,258 residents and 16,014 households (average 2.44 persons per household). The median age is 40.2 years, slightly older than the state (38.9) and slightly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 48.8% male and 51.2% female, which is about the same as the state male share (49.5%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (62.9%, slightly higher than the state average of 60.4%) and Hispanic or Latino (29.9%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 29.9%, 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 2011-2024 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:39,258Source: Census DHC
2024 ACS Population Estimate:39,399Source: Census ACS
2026 ZC Population Estimate:40,708Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:1,046.2 people per sq mile
Average Income:$62,090Source: Census ACS
Households:16,014Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$246,100Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.44Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:3.40Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group201020112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Census ACS Population Estimate--39,24438,96739,14239,49439,77239,14539,05538,21938,34338,75538,67438,46239,06539,399
Decennial Census38,323------------------39,258--------
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

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


Median Age: 40.2

Male Median Age: 38.3

Female Median Age: 42

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male1,1311,1991,2551,1851,2461,3381,3561,2351,0061,0271,1681,3341,3611,138922590375288
Female1,0961,1211,2161,1161,1171,3211,3321,2931,0891,0661,2271,5221,4841,3291,098753510414
Total2,2272,3202,4712,3012,3632,6592,6882,5282,0952,0932,3952,8562,8452,4672,0201,343885702
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:24,69954.91%
Black:2,7946.21%
Hispanic:*11,75126.12%
Asian:1,3212.94%
American Indian:6121.36%
Hawaiian:1070.24%
Other:3,7008.23%
Total:44,984100%
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:19,15448.79%38.3 years
Females:20,10451.21%42.0 years
Total:39,258100%40.2 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:35,55690.25%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:8412.13%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:2,0705.25%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:9327.62%
Total Population:39,399100%
Total Native Population:36,39792.38%
Total Foreign-born Population:3,0027.62%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 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 2024, the Median household income is $62,090, which is considerably lower than the national median ($80,734), is up $12,442 (25.1%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $8,854. Family households earn a median of $76,116 versus $40,772 for nonfamily households (a difference of $35,344). By gender, male median income is $54,289 and female is $46,234, which is well under the national female median ($55,274), with a current gap of $8,055 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 63.5%, which is roughly equal to the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 4.9%, which is comparable to the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (32.9%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 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 Type20112012201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Median Household Income$49,648$49,271$46,733$46,558$45,873$45,852$48,334$51,622$53,236$53,080$55,295$58,609$60,849$62,090
Median Family Income$54,992$53,610$53,084$53,681$52,813$54,441$57,536$59,988$60,819$62,819$64,175$71,049$75,510$76,116
Median NonFamily Income$34,567$34,632$33,137$32,121$32,473$32,070$34,244$35,031$36,364$35,532$37,210$40,284$42,111$40,772
Median Male Income$41,206$39,791$39,878$39,211$39,281$40,604$42,030$44,006$44,687$44,916$45,972$48,700$51,143$54,289
Median Female Income$31,699$31,296$32,708$33,199$31,684$32,049$34,339$35,162$34,765$35,185$37,921$42,146$43,572$46,234
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment Status


Employed:18,36559.13%
Unemployed:9753.14%
Not In Labor Force:11,72037.73%
Total:31,060100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 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:6,04232.90%
Service:3,44218.74%
Sales and Office:5,20828.36%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:1,6238.84%
Production, transportation, and material moving:2,05011.16%
Total Civilian Employed Population:18,365100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability


In 2024, the median home value is $246,100, which is considerably lower than the national median ($332,700), is up $87,500 (55.17%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $102,300. The median gross rent is $1,271, which is falls short of the national median ($1,413), is up $440 (52.95%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $326. Of occupied housing, owners make up 68.80% (65.34% with a mortgage, 34.66% free-and-clear) and renters 31.20% - making this ZIP Code under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 6.31%, which is markedly below the national rate (10.12%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)


Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time


Group20112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Median Home Value$158,600$142,100$128,600$123,500$122,200$125,000$129,200$137,300$143,800$150,600$163,600$196,000$218,500$246,100
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:571.14%
$500 to $999:1,38827.70%
$1,000 to $1,499:2,10241.96%
$1,500 to $1,999:94618.88%
$2,000 to $2,499:3256.49%
$2,500 to $2,999:691.38%
$3,000 or more:230.46%
No Rent:1002.00%
Total:5,010100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group20112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Median Rent$831$861$880$865$868$880$914$928$945$940$996$1,133$1,206$1,271
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):7,21844.96%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):3,82823.84%
Renter Occupied:5,01031.20%
Total Occupied Housing Units:16,056100%

Occupied Housing Units:16,05693.69%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):1,0816.31%
Total Housing Units:17,137100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

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


Single-Family Units:12,39272.31%
Multi-Family Units:3,24918.96%
Other Units:1,4968.73%
Total Housing Units:17,137100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2024, 22.60% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far lower than the national rate (35.70%). High school or higher is 90.10%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 6.80%, which is modestly below the national rate (8.40%). Public coverage is 48.10%, which is well above the national rate (36.70%). The share of people in poverty is 11.90%, which is well above the national rate (8.80%), up 2.00 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 0.30 percentage points. This points to rising hardship - a weaker consumer base, greater strain on public services, and job-market headwinds. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (41.06%). College enrollment is 26.29%, 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 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:1,0934.00%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:1,6185.92%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):7,56827.71%
Some college, no degree:7,44227.25%
Associate's degree:3,41212.49%
Bachelor's degree:4,16715.26%
Graduate or professional degree:2,0157.38%
Total:27,315100%
High school or higher:24,60490.08%
Bachelor's degree or higher:6,18222.63%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

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


Private Insurance:22,62151.36%
Public Insurance:18,77042.62%
No Insurance:2,6526.02%
Total:44,043100%
Has Health Insurance:41,39193.98%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2024)


Group20112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
% of People in Poverty9.2%10.9%13.2%13.1%13.9%14.4%13.8%11.9%11.5%11.8%11.1%11.2%11.2%11.9%
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 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:5846.96%
Kindergarten:5116.09%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):3,44541.06%
High school (grades 9-12):1,64519.60%
College or graduate school:2,20626.29%
Total:8,391100%
Early Childhood:1,09513.05%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):5,60166.75%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 85730 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2024), there are 340 business establishments, employing about 3,478 people with an annual payroll of $124,072,000. USPS data shows 16,684 residential mailboxes and 239 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:16,684Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:239Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:16,823Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:8,677Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:2,257Source: USPS
# of Businesses:340Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$31,223,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$124,072,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:3,478Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 85730 is located in Pima County, Arizona, within the Tucson, AZ Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 46060) and Arizona's 6th and 7th Congressional Districts. This Metro area has a population of 980,263 people, about 4.00% of whom live in ZIP Code 85730. It covers 37.523 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.022 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Tucson, AZSource: Census
CBSA Number:46060Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:980,263Source: Census
MSA:Tucson, AZ MSASource: Census
Land Area:37.523 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.022 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:06,07Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:625.07, 205.12 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:--Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:0477000Source: Census
Place Name:Tucson city; ArizonaSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


85731 | | 85728

Schools in ZIP Code 85730


ZIP Code 85730 is in the Tucson Unified District, which serves grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 11 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.

Sonoran Science Academy East 7450 E Stella Rd
Tucson, AZ 85730
Pcjted - Santa Rita High School 3951 S Pantano Rd
Tucson, AZ 85730
Pima County Jted At Santa Rita 3951 S Pantano Rd
Tucson, AZ 85730
Leman Academy Of Excellence East Tucson 10200 E Golf Links Rd
Tucson, AZ 85730
Legacy Traditional School - East Tucson 9290 E Golf Links Rd
Tucson, AZ 85730
La Paloma Academy (Lakeside) 8140 E Golf Links Rd
Tucson, AZ 85730
Reynolds Elementary School 7450 E Stella Rd
Tucson, AZ 85730
District: Tucson Unified District
Secrist Middle School 3400 S Houghton Rd
Tucson, AZ 85730
District: Tucson Unified District
Irene Erickson Elementary School 6750 E Stella Rd
Tucson, AZ 85730
District: Tucson Unified District
Ford Elementary 8001 E Stella Rd
Tucson, AZ 85730
District: Tucson Unified District
Santa Rita High School 3951 S Pantano Rd
Tucson, AZ 85730
District: Tucson Unified District
St Augustine Catholic High School 8800 E 22nd St
Tucson, AZ 85710
District: Private SchoolNearby
Our Mother Of Sorrows Catholic School 1800 S Kolb Rd
Tucson, AZ 85710
District: Private SchoolNearby
Family Life Academy 530 S Pantano Rd
Tucson, AZ 85710
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 85730


Hds Truck Driving Institute 6251 S. Wilmot Road
Tucson, AZ 85756
Type: Post Secondary
Brookline College-Tucson 300 S. Craycroft Rd Suite 100
Tucson, AZ 85711
Type: Post Secondary
Arizona College Of Nursing-Tucson 5285 East Williams Circle, Suite 1000
Tucson, AZ 85711
Type: Post Secondary
Arizona Academy Of Beauty 5631 E Speedway Blvd
Tucson, AZ 85712
Type: Post Secondary
Pima Community College 4905c East Broadway Blvd.
Tucson, AZ 85709-1275
Type: Post Secondary
Pima Medical Institute-Tucson 2121 N Craycroft Road, Bldg 1
Tucson, AZ 85712
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 February 1, 2026.

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    • U.S. Census 2011-2024 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]
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