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ZIP 85718

Part of Tucson, AZ
Pop. 28,125·Pima County·139th most expensive ZIP in Arizona
Median rent (all units)
$1,469/mo
Year-over-Year
-1.3%
Month-over-Month
-2.1%
vs US Median
-$496
Falling (Monthly)
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ZIP 85718 · $1,469
More affordable than 76% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$990
1 BR
$1,110
2 BR
$1,440
3 BR
$2,000
4 BR+
$2,310
Research median
$1,440/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
$17,628/yr
At $1,469/mo median
Location
CityTucson
StateAZ
CountyPima County
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Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are softening (down 1.3% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.
Based on rent-price momentum (-1.3% YoY, -2.1% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 85718 (Tucson, AZ) is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 73% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
28,125
Median income
$114,892
Median age
53.1
Renters
30.9%
Age distribution
15%
15.3%
21.3%
15.7%
32.7%
Under 1815%
18–3415.3%
35–5421.3%
55–6415.7%
65+32.7%
Gender
50%
50%
Male50%
Female50%
Race & ethnicity
68.5%
13%
White68.5%
Black2%
Hispanic13%
Asian9.7%
Other6.8%
Education (25+)
17.2%
73%
No HS diploma2%
HS diploma7.8%
Some college17.2%
Bachelor's+73%
Housing tenure
69.1%
30.9%
Owner69.1%
Renter30.9%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 85718 in Tucson, AZ has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,188 → $1,469
up 23.7%
Income
$99,697 → $114,892
up 15.2%
Population
26,377 → 28,125
up 6.6%
Renter share
34.3% → 30.9%
-3.4 pts
Bachelor's+
70.2% → 73%
+2.8 pts

Five years ago, renters in ZIP 85718 in Tucson, AZ paid around $1,188 a month. That figure now sits near $1,469, up 23.7% from the 2021 baseline. Household income in the area moved from $99,697 to $114,892 across the same window, up 15.2% versus 2021. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show ZIP 85718 in Tucson, AZ adding about 1,748 residents over the five-year window, up 6.6% on net. The renter share has eased from 34.3% to 30.9%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 70.2% to 73% across the same window. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in ZIP 85718 in Tucson, AZ look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 85718 covers Tucson, AZ. The median rent here is $1,469/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,110/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,440/mo.

At 15% of local median household income ($114,892/yr), ZIP 85718 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 1.3% over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 85718?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 85718 (Tucson, AZ) is $1,469. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 85718 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 85718's median rent of $1,469/mo is $496 (25%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 85718 compare to other ZIPs in Arizona?

ZIP 85718 is among the more affordable ZIP codes in Arizona, ranking #139 out of 185 ZIPs at $1,469/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 85718?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $59,000/year (~$28/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,469/mo in ZIP 85718. The local median household income is $114,892/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 85718?

Rent in ZIP 85718 has decreased 1.3% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Is ZIP 85718 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 85718 is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,469/mo, rent takes approximately 15% of the local median household income ($114,892/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 85718 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 85718 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 30.9% of ZIP 85718 households are renters, while 69.1% are owner-occupied. ZIP 85718 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 85718 compare to the rest of Tucson?

ZIP 85718 is pricier than Tucson as a whole. At $1,469/mo, it's $44 above the Tucson citywide median of $1,425/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 85718 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 85718 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
15%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,469/mo, rent takes ~15% of ZIP 85718's median household income ($114,892/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 85718 15%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2.5%
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