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ZIP 85085

Part of Phoenix, AZ
Pop. 31,458·Maricopa County·95th most expensive ZIP in Arizona
Median rent (all units)
$1,732/mo
Year-over-Year
-4.3%
Month-over-Month
-3.0%
vs US Median
-$233
Falling (Monthly)
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ZIP 85085 · $1,732
More affordable than 56% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$1,700
1 BR
$1,840
2 BR
$2,140
3 BR
$2,850
4 BR+
$3,170
Research median
$2,140/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
$20,784/yr
At $1,732/mo median
Location
StateAZ
CountyMaricopa County
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 4.3% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-4.3% YoY, -3.0% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 85085 (Phoenix, AZ) is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 53.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
31,458
Median income
$128,984
Median age
36.9
Renters
40%
Age distribution
23.9%
22.9%
32%
Under 1823.9%
18–3422.9%
35–5432%
55–649.5%
65+11.7%
Gender
49.1%
50.9%
Male49.1%
Female50.9%
Race & ethnicity
69.9%
15.3%
White69.9%
Black2.8%
Hispanic9.8%
Asian15.3%
Other2.1%
Education (25+)
14.7%
29%
53.7%
No HS diploma2.6%
HS diploma14.7%
Some college29%
Bachelor's+53.7%
Housing tenure
60%
40%
Owner60%
Renter40%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 85085 in Phoenix, AZ has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,573 → $1,732
up 10.1%
Income
$105,966 → $128,984
up 21.7%
Population
26,505 → 31,458
up 18.7%
Renter share
39.1% → 40%
+0.9 pts
Bachelor's+
51.6% → 53.7%
+2.1 pts

Compared with 2021, rent in ZIP 85085 in Phoenix, AZ has increased by $159 per month, settling near $1,732 after starting the period at $1,573. On the earnings side, the typical household in ZIP 85085 in Phoenix, AZ now reports about $128,984, up from $105,966 in 2021. Income growth outran rent by about 11.6 percentage points, easing the affordability math somewhat compared with 2021. Headcount in the area went from 26,505 to 31,458 between 2021 and 2024, a 18.7% change. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 51.6% to 53.7%. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and ZIP 85085 in Phoenix, AZ reflects that arc in its own way.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 85085 covers Phoenix, AZ. The median rent here is $1,732/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,840/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $2,140/mo.

At 16% of local median household income ($128,984/yr), ZIP 85085 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 4.3% over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 85085?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 85085 (Phoenix, AZ) is $1,732. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 85085 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 85085's median rent of $1,732/mo is $233 (12%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 85085 compare to other ZIPs in Arizona?

ZIP 85085 falls in the middle range for Arizona, ranking #95 out of 185 ZIPs at $1,732/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 85085?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $69,000/year (~$33/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,732/mo in ZIP 85085. The local median household income is $128,984/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 85085?

Rent in ZIP 85085 has decreased 4.3% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Is ZIP 85085 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 85085 is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,732/mo, rent takes approximately 16% of the local median household income ($128,984/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 85085 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 85085 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 40% of ZIP 85085 households are renters, while 60% are owner-occupied. ZIP 85085 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 85085 compare to the rest of Phoenix?

ZIP 85085 is pricier than Phoenix as a whole. At $1,732/mo, it's $163 above the Phoenix citywide median of $1,569/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 85085 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 85085 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
16%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,732/mo, rent takes ~16% of ZIP 85085's median household income ($128,984/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 85085 16%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2.5%
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