ZIP Code 86046 in Williams, AZ

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Williams, Arizona
County:Coconino County
Timezone:Mountain (GMT -07:00)
Local Time:8:32:59 PM
Population:6,310 [See All]
Area Code:928
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:35.4564, -112.3035
Land Area:917.414 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 86046 has 6,310 residents and 2,659 households (average 2.37 persons per household). The median age is 48.1 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 (70.8%, much higher than the state average of 60.4% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (25.0%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 25.0%, which is higher than the national average (18.7%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:6,310Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:6,669Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:8,446Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:6.9 people per sq mile
Average Income:$74,583Source: Census ACS
Households:2,659Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$367,800Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.37Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:2.91Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--5,9066,0315,9636,2275,9065,6285,5355,2665,6956,0535,8266,1316,669
Decennial Census6,090------------------6,310------
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: 48.1

Male Median Age: 48.8

Female Median Age: 46.7

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male1451501972081381491591531562031532703353102711346044
Female1741441911601381591611761791521892622772852271134840
Total31929438836827630832032933535534253261259549824710884
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:4,46963.48%
Black:891.26%
Hispanic:*1,58022.44%
Asian:811.15%
American Indian:1842.61%
Hawaiian:100.14%
Other:6278.91%
Total:7,040100%
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:3,23551.27%48.8 years
Females:3,07548.73%46.7 years
Total:6,310100%48.1 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:6,16992.50%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:891.33%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:1342.01%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:2776.16%
Total Population:6,669100%
Total Native Population:6,25893.84%
Total Foreign-born Population:4116.16%
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 $74,583, which is generally lower than the national median ($78,538), is up $30,833 (70.5%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $20,786. Family households earn a median of $82,456 versus $38,229 for nonfamily households (a difference of $44,227). By gender, male median income is $55,841 and female is $57,742, which is far above the state female median ($51,415), with a current gap of $1,901 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 56.9%, which is below the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 4.2%, which is below the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (29.9%).

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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$43,750$44,066$47,694$47,279$44,397$41,629$48,393$52,426$53,797$56,341$58,199$63,734$74,583
Median Family Income$52,391$48,962$54,545$55,032$55,792$54,316$66,731$64,135$62,250$64,762$63,638$73,594$82,456
Median NonFamily Income$24,600$22,700$23,300$30,176$25,917$25,115$28,897$34,041$31,570$40,821$43,275$47,052$38,229
Median Male Income$39,990$41,042$43,750$44,917$45,120$39,194$40,250$40,724$41,801$37,536$51,172$52,083$55,841
Median Female Income$27,981$26,992$31,250$35,272$35,889$36,086$39,659$40,188$39,635$38,782$45,417$45,425$57,742
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:2,85454.51%
Unemployed:1242.37%
Not In Labor Force:2,25843.12%
Total:5,236100%
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:85229.85%
Service:69424.32%
Sales and Office:68724.07%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:2257.88%
Production, transportation, and material moving:39613.88%
Total Civilian Employed Population:2,854100%
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 $367,800, which is markedly greater than the national median ($303,400), is up $192,900 (110.29%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $175,500. The median gross rent is $1,186, which is far less than the state median ($1,431), is up $314 (36.01%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $211. Of occupied housing, owners make up 80.50% (47.25% with a mortgage, 52.75% free-and-clear) and renters 19.50% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 25.36%, which is markedly above 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$174,900$166,800$161,400$158,900$158,100$169,200$169,300$181,500$192,300$238,000$257,800$302,200$367,800
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:9618.46%
$500 to $999:5911.35%
$1,000 to $1,499:24446.92%
$1,500 to $1,999:7915.19%
$2,000 to $2,499:336.35%
$2,500 to $2,999:00.00%
$3,000 or more:91.73%
No Rent:00.00%
Total:520100%
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$872$869$983$847$781$818$961$1,013$975$922$1,027$1,109$1,186
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):1,01438.03%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):1,13242.46%
Renter Occupied:52019.50%
Total Occupied Housing Units:2,666100%

Occupied Housing Units:2,66674.64%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):90625.36%
Total Housing Units:3,572100%
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:2,74476.82%
Multi-Family Units:2346.55%
Other Units:59416.63%
Total Housing Units:3,572100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 21.30% 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 90.20%, which is on par with the state rate (89.10%). The uninsured rate is 7.80%, which is on par with the state rate (10.60%). The share of people in poverty is 6.70%, which is on par with the state rate (8.90%), down 8.90 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 6.50 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 (43.61%). College enrollment is 12.85%, 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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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:591.34%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:3768.51%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):1,05723.92%
Some college, no degree:1,35030.56%
Associate's degree:63714.42%
Bachelor's degree:55812.63%
Graduate or professional degree:3818.62%
Total:4,418100%
High school or higher:3,98390.15%
Bachelor's degree or higher:93921.25%
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:4,78260.05%
Public Insurance:2,66133.42%
No Insurance:5206.53%
Total:7,963100%
Has Health Insurance:7,44393.47%
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 Poverty15.6%18.2%19.4%22.9%17.9%13.9%14.0%14.2%13.2%10.6%13.7%7.8%6.7%
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:583.96%
Kindergarten:1006.84%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):63843.61%
High school (grades 9-12):47932.74%
College or graduate school:18812.85%
Total:1,463100%
Early Childhood:15810.80%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):1,21783.19%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 86046 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 214 business establishments, employing about 2,142 people with an annual payroll of $84,108,000. USPS data shows 3,564 residential mailboxes and 254 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:3,564Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:254Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:4,429Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:2,243Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:399Source: USPS
# of Businesses:214Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$18,169,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$84,108,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:2,142Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 86046 is located in Coconino County, Arizona, within the Flagstaff, AZ Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 22380) and Arizona's 2nd Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 144,643 people, about 4.36% of whom live in ZIP Code 86046. It covers 917.414 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.392 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Flagstaff, AZSource: Census
CBSA Number:22380Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:144,643Source: Census
MSA:Flagstaff, AZ-UT MSASource: Census
Land Area:917.414 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.392 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:0483160Source: Census
Place Name:Williams city; ArizonaSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


86047 | | 86045

Schools in ZIP Code 86046


ZIP Code 86046 is in the Williams Unified District, which serves grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 5 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.

Caviat - Williams High School 440 S 7th St
Williams, AZ 86046
Caviat-Williams Central Program 636 S 7th St
Williams, AZ 86046
Williams High School 440 S 7th St
Williams, AZ 86046
District: Williams Unified District
Williams Elementary/Middle School 601 N 7th St
Williams, AZ 86046
District: Williams Unified District
Heritage Elementary - Williams 790 E Rodeo Rd
Williams, AZ 86046
San Francisco De Asis 1600 E Route 66
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
District: Private SchoolNearby
Flagstaff Christian School 3500 N Fourth St
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
District: Private SchoolNearby
Northland Christian School 8000 N US Highway 89
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 86046


Northern Arizona University 1900 S Knoles Dr, Babbitt Administrative Center, Room 200
Flagstaff, AZ 86011-4092
Type: Post Secondary
Coconino Community College 2800 S. Lone Tree Rd.
Flagstaff, AZ 86005-2701
Type: Post Secondary
Indian Bible College 2237 East Cedar Avenue
Flagstaff, AZ 86004-1919
Type: Post Secondary
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott 3700 Willow Creek Road
Prescott, AZ 86301-3720
Type: Post Secondary
Arizona State University - Yavapai 6955 Panther Path
Prescott Valley, AZ 86314-2252
Type: Post Secondary
Yavapai College 1100 E Sheldon St
Prescott, AZ 86301
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 2011-2023 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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