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ZIP 85053

Part of Phoenix, AZ
Pop. 29,773·Maricopa County·172nd most expensive ZIP in Arizona
Median rent (all units)
$1,252/mo
Year-over-Year
-3.3%
Month-over-Month
-1.2%
vs US Median
-$713
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ZIP 85053 · $1,252
More affordable than 89% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$1,240
1 BR
$1,350
2 BR
$1,570
3 BR
$2,090
4 BR+
$2,350
Research median
$1,570/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
$15,024/yr
At $1,252/mo median
Location
StateAZ
CountyMaricopa County
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Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are softening (down 3.3% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.
Based on rent-price momentum (-3.3% YoY, -1.2% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 85053 (Phoenix, AZ) is majority owner-occupied, 27.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
29,773
Median income
$70,011
Median age
36.3
Renters
38.5%
Age distribution
23%
24.9%
27.9%
13.1%
Under 1823%
18–3424.9%
35–5427.9%
55–6411.2%
65+13.1%
Gender
52.7%
47.3%
Male52.7%
Female47.3%
Race & ethnicity
65.5%
24.1%
White65.5%
Black6.3%
Hispanic24.1%
Asian4.9%
Education (25+)
30.6%
34.4%
27.9%
No HS diploma7.2%
HS diploma30.6%
Some college34.4%
Bachelor's+27.9%
Housing tenure
61.5%
38.5%
Owner61.5%
Renter38.5%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 85053 in Phoenix, AZ has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,140 → $1,252
up 9.8%
Income
$56,495 → $70,011
up 23.9%
Population
28,939 → 29,773
up 2.9%
Renter share
39.8% → 38.5%
-1.3 pts
Bachelor's+
23.8% → 27.9%
+4.1 pts

The median rent in ZIP 85053 in Phoenix, AZ stood at $1,140 in 2021 and currently runs about $1,252, reflecting a 9.8% increase over the period. Household income in the area moved from $56,495 to $70,011 across the same window, up 23.9% versus 2021. On paper, paychecks moved up faster than rent, which softens the affordability squeeze versus the 2021 baseline. The population has grown by 2.9% since 2021, moving from about 28,939 residents to roughly 29,773. College-educated residents now make up 27.9% of adults here, versus 23.8% in 2021. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in ZIP 85053 in Phoenix, AZ look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 85053 covers Phoenix, AZ. The median rent here is $1,252/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,350/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,570/mo.

At 21% of local median household income ($70,011/yr), ZIP 85053 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 3.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much is rent in ZIP code 85053?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 85053 (Phoenix, AZ) is $1,252. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 85053 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 85053's median rent of $1,252/mo is $713 (36%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 85053 compare to other ZIPs in Arizona?

ZIP 85053 is among the more affordable ZIP codes in Arizona, ranking #172 out of 185 ZIPs at $1,252/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 85053?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $50,000/year (~$24/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,252/mo in ZIP 85053. The local median household income is $70,011/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 85053?

Rent in ZIP 85053 has decreased 3.3% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Is ZIP 85053 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 85053 is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,252/mo, rent takes approximately 21% of the local median household income ($70,011/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 85053 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 85053 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 38.5% of ZIP 85053 households are renters, while 61.5% are owner-occupied. ZIP 85053 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 85053 compare to the rest of Phoenix?

ZIP 85053 is more affordable than Phoenix overall. At $1,252/mo, it's $317 below the Phoenix citywide median of $1,569/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 85053 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 85053 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
21%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,252/mo, rent takes ~21% of ZIP 85053's median household income ($70,011/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 85053 21%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2.5%
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