RentDataNowRentDataNow
ZIP Code · AZ

ZIP 85746

Part of Tucson, AZ
Pop. 42,835·Pima County·144th most expensive ZIP in Arizona
Median rent (all units)
$1,443/mo
Year-over-Year
+12.3%
Month-over-Month
-1.4%
vs US Median
-$522
Falling (Monthly)
Be the first to discuss 85746 rents ↓
Most AffordableMost Expensive
ZIP 85746 · $1,443
More affordable than 77% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
Rent check

Is your rent fair?

Compare your rent to the local median.

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,080
1 BR
$1,200
2 BR
$1,560
3 BR
$2,170
4 BR+
$2,500
Research median
$1,560/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

Loading…

Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$17,316/yr
At $1,443/mo median
Location
CityTucson
StateAZ
CountyPima County
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 12.3% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+12.3% YoY, -1.4% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 85746 (Tucson, AZ) is majority owner-occupied, 19.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
42,835
Median income
$68,903
Median age
34.7
Renters
24.3%
Age distribution
25%
25.5%
22.5%
16%
Under 1825%
18–3425.5%
35–5422.5%
55–6411.1%
65+16%
Gender
48.4%
51.6%
Male48.4%
Female51.6%
Race & ethnicity
32.5%
72.2%
White32.5%
Black1.7%
Hispanic72.2%
Asian1.4%
Education (25+)
16.2%
30%
34.4%
19.5%
No HS diploma16.2%
HS diploma30%
Some college34.4%
Bachelor's+19.5%
Housing tenure
75.7%
24.3%
Owner75.7%
Renter24.3%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 85746 in Tucson, AZ has changed in 5 years

Income
$59,097 → $68,903
up 16.6%
Population
46,452 → 42,835
down 7.8%
Renter share
30.4% → 24.3%
-6.1 pts
Bachelor's+
15.3% → 19.5%
+4.2 pts
Median age
33.6 → 34.7
+1.1 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $59,097 in 2021 to $68,903 more recently. Census counts show ZIP 85746 in Tucson, AZ losing about 3,617 residents over the five-year window, down 7.8% on net. The renter share has eased from 30.4% to 24.3%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 15.3% to 19.5% across the same window.

Community

Discussions about ZIP 85746

No discussions yet. Start the conversation.

Local insights

Tips for renters in ZIP 85746

About renting in ZIP 85746

Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 85746 covers Tucson, AZ. The median rent here is $1,443/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,200/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,560/mo.

At 25% of local median household income ($68,903/yr), ZIP 85746 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 12.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much is rent in ZIP code 85746?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 85746 (Tucson, AZ) is $1,443. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 85746 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 85746's median rent of $1,443/mo is $522 (27%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 85746 compare to other ZIPs in Arizona?

ZIP 85746 is among the more affordable ZIP codes in Arizona, ranking #144 out of 185 ZIPs at $1,443/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 85746?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $58,000/year (~$28/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,443/mo in ZIP 85746. The local median household income is $68,903/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 85746?

Rent in ZIP 85746 has increased 12.3% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Is ZIP 85746 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 85746 is considered affordable for renters. At $1,443/mo, rent takes approximately 25% of the local median household income ($68,903/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 85746 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 85746 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 24.3% of ZIP 85746 households are renters, while 75.7% are owner-occupied. ZIP 85746 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 85746 compare to the rest of Tucson?

ZIP 85746 is pricier than Tucson as a whole. At $1,443/mo, it's $18 above the Tucson citywide median of $1,425/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 85746 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 85746 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
25%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,443/mo, rent takes ~25% of ZIP 85746's median household income ($68,903/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 85746 25%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2.5%
Compare

How does this area stack up?

Pick another city or ZIP to compare.

Schools nearby

Public schools near ZIP 85746 (Tucson, AZ)

Recent submissions

Be the first to submit your rent for this ZIP.

Recent discussions

No discussions yet.