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ZIP 85388

Part of Surprise, AZ
Pop. 35,369·Maricopa County·23rd most expensive ZIP in Arizona
Median rent (all units)
$2,256/mo
Year-over-Year
+4.3%
Month-over-Month
-0.4%
vs US Median
+$291
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ZIP 85388 · $2,256
More expensive than 71% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$1,960
1 BR
$2,130
2 BR
$2,470
3 BR
$3,290
4 BR+
$3,650
Research median
$2,470/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
$27,072/yr
At $2,256/mo median
Location
StateAZ
CountyMaricopa County
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Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
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Based on rent-price momentum (+4.3% YoY, -0.4% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 85388 (Surprise, AZ) is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 31.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
35,369
Median income
$112,164
Median age
36.9
Renters
18.1%
Age distribution
27.8%
19.2%
31.5%
12.6%
Under 1827.8%
18–3419.2%
35–5431.5%
55–648.9%
65+12.6%
Gender
47.6%
52.4%
Male47.6%
Female52.4%
Race & ethnicity
70%
20.7%
White70%
Black6%
Hispanic20.7%
Asian2.7%
Other0.6%
Education (25+)
25.8%
39%
31.9%
No HS diploma3.4%
HS diploma25.8%
Some college39%
Bachelor's+31.9%
Housing tenure
81.9%
18.1%
Owner81.9%
Renter18.1%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 85388 in Surprise, AZ has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,846 → $2,256
up 22.2%
Income
$90,734 → $112,164
up 23.6%
Population
33,299 → 35,369
up 6.2%
Renter share
18.9% → 18.1%
-0.8 pts
Bachelor's+
30.4% → 31.9%
+1.5 pts
Median age
35 → 36.9
+1.9 yrs

Since 2021, the typical rent in ZIP 85388 in Surprise, AZ has climbed from $1,846 to $2,256, a 22.2% change over five years. On the earnings side, the typical household in ZIP 85388 in Surprise, AZ now reports about $112,164, up from $90,734 in 2021. The population has grown by 6.2% since 2021, moving from about 33,299 residents to roughly 35,369. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and ZIP 85388 in Surprise, AZ reflects that arc in its own way.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 85388 covers Surprise, AZ. The median rent here is $2,256/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $2,130/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $2,470/mo.

At 24% of local median household income ($112,164/yr), ZIP 85388 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 4.3% over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 85388?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 85388 (Surprise, AZ) is $2,256. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 85388 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 85388's median rent of $2,256/mo is $291 (15%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 85388 compare to other ZIPs in Arizona?

ZIP 85388 is one of the pricier ZIP codes in Arizona, ranking #23 out of 185 ZIPs tracked at $2,256/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 85388?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $90,000/year (~$43/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,256/mo in ZIP 85388. The local median household income is $112,164/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 85388?

Rent in ZIP 85388 has increased 4.3% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Is ZIP 85388 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 85388 is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,256/mo, rent takes approximately 24% of the local median household income ($112,164/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 85388 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 85388 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 18.1% of ZIP 85388 households are renters, while 81.9% are owner-occupied. ZIP 85388 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 85388 compare to the rest of Surprise?

ZIP 85388 is pricier than Surprise as a whole. At $2,256/mo, it's $329 above the Surprise citywide median of $1,927/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 85388 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 85388 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
24%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,256/mo, rent takes ~24% of ZIP 85388's median household income ($112,164/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 85388 24%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2.5%
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