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ZIP 85044

Part of Phoenix, AZ
Pop. 39,347·Maricopa County·129th most expensive ZIP in Arizona
Median rent (all units)
$1,540/mo
Year-over-Year
-2.2%
Month-over-Month
-0.3%
vs US Median
-$425
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ZIP 85044 · $1,540
More affordable than 71% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$1,125
1 BR
$1,226
2 BR
$1,422
3 BR
$1,896
4 BR+
$2,105
Research median
$1,422/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
$18,480/yr
At $1,540/mo median
Location
StateAZ
CountyMaricopa County
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Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are softening (down 2.2% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.
Based on rent-price momentum (-2.2% YoY, -0.3% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 85044 (Phoenix, AZ) is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 51.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
39,347
Median income
$96,820
Median age
42.6
Renters
37.6%
Age distribution
18.2%
23.1%
26.7%
12.4%
19.6%
Under 1818.2%
18–3423.1%
35–5426.7%
55–6412.4%
65+19.6%
Gender
48.7%
51.3%
Male48.7%
Female51.3%
Race & ethnicity
65.7%
17.3%
White65.7%
Black6.1%
Hispanic17.3%
Asian5.6%
Other5.3%
Education (25+)
15.2%
29.6%
51.3%
No HS diploma3.9%
HS diploma15.2%
Some college29.6%
Bachelor's+51.3%
Housing tenure
62.4%
37.6%
Owner62.4%
Renter37.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 85044 in Phoenix, AZ has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,379 → $1,540
up 11.7%
Income
$84,571 → $96,820
up 14.5%
Population
40,815 → 39,347
down 3.6%
Renter share
36.9% → 37.6%
+0.7 pts
Bachelor's+
50.8% → 51.3%
+0.5 pts
Median age
39.4 → 42.6
+3.2 yrs

The median rent in ZIP 85044 in Phoenix, AZ stood at $1,379 in 2021 and currently runs about $1,540, reflecting a 11.7% increase over the period. On the earnings side, the typical household in ZIP 85044 in Phoenix, AZ now reports about $96,820, up from $84,571 in 2021. The population has contracted by 3.6% since 2021, moving from about 40,815 residents to roughly 39,347. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and ZIP 85044 in Phoenix, AZ reflects that arc in its own way.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 85044 covers Phoenix, AZ. The median rent here is $1,540/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,226/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,422/mo.

At 19% of local median household income ($96,820/yr), ZIP 85044 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 2.2% over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 85044?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 85044 (Phoenix, AZ) is $1,540. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 85044 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 85044's median rent of $1,540/mo is $425 (22%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 85044 compare to other ZIPs in Arizona?

ZIP 85044 is among the more affordable ZIP codes in Arizona, ranking #129 out of 185 ZIPs at $1,540/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 85044?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $62,000/year (~$30/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,540/mo in ZIP 85044. The local median household income is $96,820/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 85044?

Rent in ZIP 85044 has decreased 2.2% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Is ZIP 85044 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 85044 is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,540/mo, rent takes approximately 19% of the local median household income ($96,820/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 85044 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 85044 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 37.6% of ZIP 85044 households are renters, while 62.4% are owner-occupied. ZIP 85044 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 85044 compare to the rest of Phoenix?

ZIP 85044 is more affordable than Phoenix overall. At $1,540/mo, it's $29 below the Phoenix citywide median of $1,569/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 85044 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 85044 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
19%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,540/mo, rent takes ~19% of ZIP 85044's median household income ($96,820/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 85044 19%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2.5%
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