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ZIP 85006

Part of Phoenix, AZ
Pop. 21,905·Maricopa County·136th most expensive ZIP in Arizona
Median rent (all units)
$1,501/mo
Year-over-Year
+9.4%
Month-over-Month
+4.0%
vs US Median
-$464
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ZIP 85006 · $1,501
More affordable than 74% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$1,190
1 BR
$1,300
2 BR
$1,530
3 BR
$2,070
4 BR+
$2,350
Research median
$1,530/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$18,012/yr
At $1,501/mo median
Location
StateAZ
CountyMaricopa County
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 9.4% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+9.4% YoY, +4.0% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 85006 (Phoenix, AZ) is majority renter-occupied, has a median income below the national average, 26.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
21,905
Median income
$58,248
Median age
34.3
Renters
61.8%
Age distribution
22.7%
28.8%
30.2%
Under 1822.7%
18–3428.8%
35–5430.2%
55–649.8%
65+8.6%
Gender
50.9%
49.1%
Male50.9%
Female49.1%
Race & ethnicity
36%
59.1%
White36%
Black7%
Hispanic59.1%
Asian1.5%
Education (25+)
23.9%
25.8%
24.1%
26.1%
No HS diploma23.9%
HS diploma25.8%
Some college24.1%
Bachelor's+26.1%
Housing tenure
38.2%
61.8%
Owner38.2%
Renter61.8%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 85006 in Phoenix, AZ has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,132 → $1,501
up 32.6%
Income
$46,963 → $58,248
up 24.0%
Population
24,777 → 21,905
down 11.6%
Renter share
63.3% → 61.8%
-1.5 pts
Bachelor's+
25% → 26.1%
+1.1 pts
Median age
31.3 → 34.3
+3.0 yrs

The median rent in ZIP 85006 in Phoenix, AZ stood at $1,132 in 2021 and currently runs about $1,501, reflecting a 32.6% increase over the period. On the earnings side, the typical household in ZIP 85006 in Phoenix, AZ now reports about $58,248, up from $46,963 in 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has contracted by 11.6% since 2021, moving from about 24,777 residents to roughly 21,905. Renters now make up 61.8% of households, compared with 63.3% five years ago. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and ZIP 85006 in Phoenix, AZ reflects that arc in its own way.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 85006 covers Phoenix, AZ. The median rent here is $1,501/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,300/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,530/mo.

At 31% of local median household income ($58,248/yr), ZIP 85006 ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 9.4% over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 85006?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 85006 (Phoenix, AZ) is $1,501. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 85006 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 85006's median rent of $1,501/mo is $464 (24%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 85006 compare to other ZIPs in Arizona?

ZIP 85006 is among the more affordable ZIP codes in Arizona, ranking #136 out of 185 ZIPs at $1,501/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 85006?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $60,000/year (~$29/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,501/mo in ZIP 85006. The local median household income is $58,248/yr, meaning the typical household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 85006?

Rent in ZIP 85006 has increased 9.4% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Is ZIP 85006 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 85006 is considered moderate for renters. At $1,501/mo, rent takes approximately 31% of the local median household income ($58,248/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 85006 slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

What percentage of ZIP 85006 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 61.8% of ZIP 85006 households are renters, while 38.2% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, ZIP 85006 has a strong rental market.

How does ZIP 85006 compare to the rest of Phoenix?

ZIP 85006 is more affordable than Phoenix overall. At $1,501/mo, it's $68 below the Phoenix citywide median of $1,569/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 85006 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 85006 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
31%
MODERATE

At $1,501/mo, rent takes ~31% of ZIP 85006's median household income ($58,248/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 85006 31%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2.5%
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