| City: | Overgaard, Arizona |
| County: | Navajo County |
| Timezone: | Mountain (GMT -07:00) |
| Local Time: | 10:20:56 AM |
| Population: | 3,639 [See All] |
| Area Code: | 928 |
| Classification: | PO Box |
| Coordinates: | 34.3762, -110.4824 |
| Land Area: | 95.789 sq mi |
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Overgaard sits at the edge of Arizona's Mogollon Rim, where ponderosa pine forests meet high-altitude ranch country. This isn't a conventional town. It's a dispersed mountain community spread across 154 square miles of Navajo County, with a median age of 61.6 years. Most residents are retirees who've chosen altitude and solitude over city life.
This is a PO Box Only Zone. There's no alternative. The post office maintains 2,557 PO Boxes for 1,775 occupied households, a 1.44 adoption rate that serves both year-round residents and the surrounding region. With 60.7% of homes vacant for seasonal use (3,053 of 5,026 total housing units), Overgaard transforms between winter quiet and summer activity. Second homeowners maintain boxes year-round, making the post office a consistent connection point.
Rural carrier routes dominate the delivery pattern here. Of 623 street delivery records, 621 are rural routes serving spread-out properties along roads like State Route 260, Forest Service Road 332, and Mogollon Drive. Street names tell the story: Ponderosa Pine Drive, Black Bear Run, Deer Trail, Turkey Run. This is forested country where wildlife outnumbers people.
Median household income sits at $60,149, with median home values around $308,100. Nearly 18% of workers operate from home, a pattern common in remote mountain communities where internet connectivity supports location-independent work. The 63 business establishments employ 262 people locally, but many residents commute or are fully retired.
Overgaard shares characteristics with other Mogollon Rim communities. It's part of a string of small settlements along Highway 260 between Payson and Show Low, each serving as a regional postal hub for dispersed populations. The area appeals to those seeking affordable mountain property, cooler summers than Phoenix (elevation here exceeds 6,000 feet), and access to Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest.
Mail arrives via rural carrier. Packages, prescriptions, and correspondence all route through PO Boxes. For the 3,639 year-round residents and seasonal visitors, the Overgaard post office is the primary connection to services, deliveries, and communication that others take for granted at their doorstep.
Street names emphasize the forested, wildlife-rich character: Ponderosa Pine Dr, Black Bear Run, Deer Trail, Turkey Run, with Forest Service roads indicating national forest access.
ZIP Code 85933 has 3,639 residents and 1,775 households (average 2.04 persons per household). The median age is 61.6 years, significantly older than the state (38.9) and significantly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 51.3% male and 48.7% female, which is slightly higher than the national male share (49.1%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (88.1%, much higher than the state average of 60.4% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (10.0%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 10.0%, which is much lower than the state average (30.7%).
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| 2020 Population: | 3,639Source: Census DHC |
| 2024 ACS Population Estimate: | 4,388Source: Census ACS |
| 2026 ZC Population Estimate: | 0Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Population Density: | 38.0 people per sq mile |
| Average Income: | $65,735Source: Census ACS |
| Households: | 1,775Source: Census DHC |
| Average House Value: | $320,100Source: Census ACS |
| Persons Per Household: | 2.04Source: Census DHC |
| Average Family Size: | 2.96Source: Census ACS |
| Group | 2010 | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Census ACS Population Estimate | -- | 2,857 | 2,980 | 2,866 | 2,825 | 2,424 | 2,478 | 2,690 | 2,659 | 2,697 | 2,548 | 2,908 | 3,261 | 3,989 | 4,388 |
| Decennial Census | 3,033 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 3,639 | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Median Age: 61.6
Male Median Age: 61.4
Female Median Age: 61.7
| Group | < 5 | 5-9 | 10-14 | 15-19 | 20-24 | 25-29 | 30-34 | 35-39 | 40-44 | 45-49 | 50-54 | 55-59 | 60-64 | 65-69 | 70-74 | 75-79 | 80-84 | 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male | 77 | 69 | 77 | 58 | 45 | 43 | 70 | 58 | 57 | 78 | 87 | 154 | 231 | 255 | 237 | 159 | 70 | 42 |
| Female | 55 | 62 | 76 | 71 | 53 | 31 | 48 | 47 | 67 | 60 | 84 | 156 | 223 | 242 | 238 | 149 | 77 | 33 |
| Total | 132 | 131 | 153 | 129 | 98 | 74 | 118 | 105 | 124 | 138 | 171 | 310 | 454 | 497 | 475 | 308 | 147 | 75 |
| White: | 3,206 | 84.57% |
| Black: | 13 | 0.34% |
| Hispanic:* | 365 | 9.63% |
| Asian: | 19 | 0.50% |
| American Indian: | 69 | 1.82% |
| Hawaiian: | 5 | 0.13% |
| Other: | 114 | 3.01% |
| Total: | 3,791 | 100% |
| Gender | Count | % | Median Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| Males: | 1,867 | 51.31% | 61.4 years |
| Females: | 1,772 | 48.69% | 61.7 years |
| Total: | 3,639 | 100% | 61.6 years |
| Native, born in the United States: | 4,250 | 96.86% |
| Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad: | 32 | 0.73% |
| Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen: | 101 | 2.30% |
| Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen: | 5 | 2.42% |
| Total Population: | 4,388 | 100% |
| Total Native Population: | 4,282 | 97.58% |
| Total Foreign-born Population: | 106 | 2.42% |
In 2024, the Median household income is $65,735, which is much lower than the national median ($80,734), is up $12,407 (23.3%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $27,084. Family households earn a median of $83,184 versus $20,302 for nonfamily households (a difference of $62,882). By gender, male median income is $65,245 and female is $56,250, which is slightly above the national female median ($55,274), with a current gap of $8,995 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 46.3%, which is far less than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 11.0%, which is far worse than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Natural resources (28.4%).
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| Income Type | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $53,328 | $43,139 | $32,407 | $36,488 | $36,563 | $36,964 | $43,007 | $39,447 | $38,651 | $38,514 | $41,369 | $40,028 | $60,149 | $65,735 |
| Median Family Income | $67,734 | $57,088 | $48,438 | $47,500 | $42,177 | $43,194 | $50,081 | $44,375 | $39,651 | $48,571 | $53,667 | $55,976 | $72,411 | $83,184 |
| Median NonFamily Income | $30,536 | $14,142 | $14,533 | $14,786 | $0 | $26,957 | $31,435 | $37,455 | $36,165 | $30,957 | $29,803 | $26,192 | $26,550 | $20,302 |
| Median Male Income | $63,214 | $63,810 | $41,203 | $41,971 | $0 | $41,375 | $40,250 | $49,545 | $44,688 | $48,194 | $54,837 | $40,909 | $60,213 | $65,245 |
| Median Female Income | $41,292 | $43,763 | $43,051 | $30,756 | $0 | $26,411 | $25,565 | $25,139 | $25,905 | $25,509 | $62,634 | $0 | $49,940 | $56,250 |
| Employed: | 1,537 | 41.18% |
| Unemployed: | 190 | 5.09% |
| Not In Labor Force: | 2,005 | 53.72% |
| Total: | 3,732 | 100% |
| Management, business, science, and arts: | 334 | 21.73% |
| Service: | 393 | 25.57% |
| Sales and Office: | 238 | 15.48% |
| Natural resources, construction, and maintenance: | 436 | 28.37% |
| Production, transportation, and material moving: | 136 | 8.85% |
| Total Civilian Employed Population: | 1,537 | 100% |
In 2024, the median home value is $320,100, which is trails just behind the national median ($332,700), is up $129,200 (67.68%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $117,700. The median gross rent is $741, which is well under the national median ($1,413), is down $171 (18.75%) since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $5. Of occupied housing, owners make up 88.76% (50.00% with a mortgage, 50.00% free-and-clear) and renters 11.24% - making this ZIP Code under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 64.56%, which is markedly above the national rate (10.12%).
Explore More:Compare Home ValueHome Value Over TimeRent & Over TimeHousing Occupancy
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $190,900 | $175,600 | $150,300 | $136,300 | $136,100 | $163,100 | $190,600 | $194,400 | $202,400 | $205,900 | $223,800 | $236,700 | $308,100 | $320,100 |
| Less than $500: | 29 | 13.55% |
| $500 to $999: | 161 | 75.23% |
| $1,000 to $1,499: | 24 | 11.21% |
| $1,500 to $1,999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $2,000 to $2,499: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $2,500 to $2,999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $3,000 or more: | 0 | 0.00% |
| No Rent: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total: | 214 | 100% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Rent | $912 | $930 | $965 | $1,027 | $876 | $727 | $732 | $766 | $746 | $757 | $807 | $826 | $715 | $741 |
| Owner Occupied (with mortgage): | 845 | 44.38% |
| Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage): | 845 | 44.38% |
| Renter Occupied: | 214 | 11.24% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units: | 1,904 | 100% |
| Occupied Housing Units: | 1,904 | 35.44% |
| Vacant Housing Units (not graphed): | 3,469 | 64.56% |
| Total Housing Units: | 5,373 | 100% |
| Single-Family Units: | 4,197 | 78.11% |
| Multi-Family Units: | 111 | 2.07% |
| Other Units: | 1,065 | 19.82% |
| Total Housing Units: | 5,373 | 100% |
In 2024, 18.90% 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 90.90%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 20.70%, which is far higher than the national rate (8.40%). Public coverage is 51.90%, which is well above the national rate (36.70%). The share of people in poverty is 3.90%, which is far lower than the national rate (8.80%), down 10.80 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 8.50 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 (50.91%). College enrollment is 1.37%, 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.
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| Less than 9th grade: | 57 | 1.69% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 251 | 7.45% |
| High school graduate (includes equivalency): | 968 | 28.73% |
| Some college, no degree: | 1,099 | 32.62% |
| Associate's degree: | 357 | 10.60% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 484 | 14.37% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 153 | 4.54% |
| Total: | 3,369 | 100% |
| High school or higher: | 3,061 | 90.86% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher: | 637 | 18.91% |
| Private Insurance: | 2,231 | 41.19% |
| Public Insurance: | 2,276 | 42.02% |
| No Insurance: | 909 | 16.78% |
| Total: | 5,416 | 100% |
| Has Health Insurance: | 4,507 | 83.22% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| % of People in Poverty | 15.7% | 15.9% | 16.3% | 15.1% | 13.6% | 13.5% | 13.8% | 17.1% | 13.4% | 8.9% | 9.4% | 12.6% | 4.9% | 3.9% |
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.
| Nursery School, Preschool: | 80 | 12.16% |
| Kindergarten: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 335 | 50.91% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 234 | 35.56% |
| College or graduate school: | 9 | 1.37% |
| Total: | 658 | 100% |
| Early Childhood: | 80 | 12.16% |
| K-12 (Primary & Secondary School): | 569 | 86.47% |
ZIP Code 85933 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2024), there are 67 business establishments, employing about 352 people with an annual payroll of $9,503,000.
| # Residential Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| # Business Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| Total Delivery Receptacles: | 2,610Source: USPS |
| Single Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| Multi Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| # of Businesses: | 67Source: CBP |
| 1st Quarter Payroll: | $2,048,000Source: CBP |
| Annual Payroll: | $9,503,000Source: CBP |
| # of Employees: | 352Source: CBP |
ZIP Code 85933 is located in Navajo County, Arizona, within the Show Low, AZ Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 43320) and Arizona's 2nd Congressional District. This Micro area has a population of 107,449 people, about 3.39% of whom live in ZIP Code 85933. It covers 95.789 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.001 sq mi.
| CBSA Name: | Show Low, AZSource: Census |
| CBSA Number: | 43320Source: Census |
| CBSA Type: | MicroSource: Census |
| CBSA Division: | --Source: Census |
| CBSA Population: | 107,449Source: Census |
| MSA: | Source: Census |
| Land Area: | 95.789 sq miSource: Census |
| Water Area: | 0.001 sq miSource: Census |
| Congressional District: | 02Source: USPS |
| Congressional Land Area: | 7838.12 sq miSource: Census |
| PMSA: | Source: Census |
| Intro Date: | < 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Place FIPS Code: | --Source: Census |
| Place Name: | --Source: Census |
ZIP Code 85933 is in the Heber-Overgaard Unified 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.
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.