ZIP Code 85736 in Tucson, AZ

Data Last Updated: March 1, 2026
City:Tucson, Arizona
County:Pima County
Timezone:Mountain (GMT -07:00)
Local Time:10:20:29 AM
Population:4,569 [See All]
Area Code:520
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:31.7704, -111.3737
Land Area:424.31 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 85736 has 4,569 residents and 1,779 households (average 2.57 persons per household). The median age is 49.4 years, significantly older than the state (38.9) and significantly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 51.8% male and 48.2% female, which is slightly higher than the national male share (49.1%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (64.4%, higher than the state average of 60.4%) and Hispanic or Latino (35.3%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 35.3%, 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:4,569Source: Census DHC
2024 ACS Population Estimate:4,219Source: Census ACS
2026 ZC Population Estimate:4,060Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:10.8 people per sq mile
Average Income:$51,250Source: Census ACS
Households:1,779Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$182,100Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.57Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:3.61Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group201020112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Census ACS Population Estimate--4,9464,7194,7524,8294,4584,4674,9984,6124,4454,4044,4734,3374,2494,219
Decennial Census4,975------------------4,569--------
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: 49.4

Male Median Age: 50.1

Female Median Age: 48.8

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male102147136148111881171021171141491842352231891196325
Female851061561549477111109126116163179214210159783825
Total18725329230220516522821124323031236344943334819710150
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:2,94455.02%
Black:430.80%
Hispanic:*1,61530.18%
Asian:290.54%
American Indian:1582.95%
Hawaiian:20.04%
Other:56010.47%
Total:5,351100%
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:2,36951.85%50.1 years
Females:2,20048.15%48.8 years
Total:4,569100%49.4 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:3,58184.88%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:1162.75%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:3187.54%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:20412.37%
Total Population:4,219100%
Total Native Population:3,69787.63%
Total Foreign-born Population:52212.37%
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 $51,250, which is well under the national median ($80,734), is up $13,849 (37.0%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $3,131. Family households earn a median of $65,910 versus $26,576 for nonfamily households (a difference of $39,334). By gender, male median income is $43,929 and female is $64,000, which is considerably higher than the national female median ($55,274), with a current gap of $20,071 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 39.1%, which is considerably lower than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 4.1%, which is generally lower than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Natural resources (44.2%).

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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$37,401$41,125$42,361$37,400$39,597$37,283$38,788$43,517$48,119$44,426$55,699$58,603$53,304$51,250
Median Family Income$42,222$47,681$46,676$49,640$49,409$46,875$48,947$52,770$55,455$49,633$60,857$69,332$66,414$65,910
Median NonFamily Income$29,135$29,338$19,188$19,161$24,653$23,355$25,685$26,455$21,713$22,125$22,037$23,696$23,563$26,576
Median Male Income$45,988$47,928$48,478$47,250$46,429$45,397$46,121$49,655$51,154$51,141$53,553$61,406$54,697$43,929
Median Female Income$24,367$24,961$35,809$24,882$24,253$22,097$32,984$34,167$35,288$36,224$41,522$51,875$42,188$64,000
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:1,26636.66%
Unemployed:551.59%
Not In Labor Force:2,13261.74%
Total:3,453100%
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:25019.75%
Service:20416.11%
Sales and Office:21116.67%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:55944.15%
Production, transportation, and material moving:423.32%
Total Civilian Employed Population:1,266100%
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 $182,100, which is considerably lower than the national median ($332,700), is up $87,200 (91.89%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $89,600. The median gross rent is $993, which is well under the national median ($1,413), is up $109 (12.33%) since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $35. Of occupied housing, owners make up 87.06% (42.43% with a mortgage, 57.57% free-and-clear) and renters 12.94% - making this ZIP Code under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 15.35%, which is much higher than 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$94,900$98,900$99,300$89,300$84,000$90,200$93,400$89,400$92,500$97,200$109,300$129,000$140,000$182,100
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:00.00%
$500 to $999:6128.50%
$1,000 to $1,499:5324.77%
$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:10046.73%
Total:214100%
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$884$923$886$926$640$633$633$1,004$1,028$692$889$996$999$993
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):61136.94%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):82950.12%
Renter Occupied:21412.94%
Total Occupied Housing Units:1,654100%

Occupied Housing Units:1,65484.65%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):30015.35%
Total Housing Units:1,954100%
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:43522.26%
Multi-Family Units:00.00%
Other Units:1,51977.74%
Total Housing Units:1,954100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2024, 8.30% 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 70.50%, which is far lower than the national rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 16.00%, which is far higher than the national rate (8.40%). Private coverage is 33.50%, which is far lower than the national rate (67.10%). Public coverage is 58.60%, which is far higher than the national rate (36.70%). The share of people in poverty is 11.30%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.80%), down 12.30 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 1.20 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 (52.77%). College enrollment is 17.25%, 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:31110.08%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:59919.42%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):81726.48%
Some college, no degree:85227.62%
Associate's degree:2498.07%
Bachelor's degree:1805.83%
Graduate or professional degree:772.50%
Total:3,085100%
High school or higher:2,17570.50%
Bachelor's degree or higher:2578.33%
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:1,40430.99%
Public Insurance:2,45454.17%
No Insurance:67214.83%
Total:4,530100%
Has Health Insurance:3,85885.17%
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 Poverty19.9%18.2%22.8%19.2%17.2%13.0%15.4%13.0%8.8%6.7%9.1%3.9%7.6%11.3%
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:324.12%
Kindergarten:567.21%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):41052.77%
High school (grades 9-12):14518.66%
College or graduate school:13417.25%
Total:777100%
Early Childhood:8811.33%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):61178.64%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 85736 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2024), there are 25 business establishments, employing about 155 people with an annual payroll of $4,084,000. USPS data shows 1,580 residential mailboxes and 10 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:1,580Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:10Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:2,581Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:1,292Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:63Source: USPS
# of Businesses:25Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$1,115,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$4,084,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:155Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 85736 is located in Pima County, Arizona, within the Tucson, AZ Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 46060) and Arizona's 7th Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 980,263 people, about 0.47% of whom live in ZIP Code 85736. It covers 424.31 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.02 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:424.31 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.02 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:07Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area: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


85737 | | 85735

Schools in ZIP Code 85736


ZIP Code 85736 is in the Altar Valley Elementary District, which serves grades Pre-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.

Robles Elementary School 9875 S Sasabe Rd
Tucson, AZ 85736
District: Altar Valley Elementary District
Global Schools Starseed And Urantion Child & Teens 2074 Pendleton Dr
Rio Rico, AZ 85648
District: Private SchoolNearby
Santa Rosa Ranch School Hwy 86 Mile Post 131
Sells, AZ 85634
District: Private SchoolNearby
Gracepointe Christian Academy 5757 W Ajo Hwy
Tucson, AZ 85735
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 85736


Tohono O'odham Community College Az Hwy 86, Mile Post 125.5
Sells, AZ 85634-3129
Type: Post Secondary
Arizona State University - Pima 2202 West Anklam Road
Tucson, AZ 85709-0001
Type: Post Secondary
Carrington College-Tucson 201 North Bonita Avenue
Tucson, AZ 85745-2974
Type: Post Secondary
Arizona State University - Tucson 340 North Commerce Park Loop
Tucson, AZ 85745-4284
Type: Post Secondary
Aveda Institute-Tucson 145 S 6th Avenue
Tucson, AZ 85701
Type: Post Secondary
Hds Truck Driving Institute 6251 S. Wilmot Road
Tucson, AZ 85756
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 March 1, 2026.

  1. U.S. Postal Service [Last Updated: 3/1/2026], https://www.usps.com
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    • 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 2011-2024 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]
  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
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