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Cities in ZIP code 85017

The list below includes the cities that the US Post Office accepts for ZIP code 85017. The preferred city may not be the city in which the ZIP is located. The city for 85017 is usually the name of the main post office. When mailing your package or letter, always include the preferred or acceptable cities. Using any city in the list of unacceptable cities may result in delays.

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Phoenix, AZ

Stats and Demographics for the 85017 ZIP Code

ZIP code 85017 is located in central Arizona and covers a slightly less than average land area compared to other ZIP codes in the United States. It also has a large population density.

The people living in ZIP code 85017 are primarily white. The number of people in their late 20s to early 40s is extremely large while the number of young adults is large. There are also an extremely large number of single parents and a small number of families. The percentage of children under 18 living in the 85017 ZIP code is extremely large compared to other areas of the country.

Real Estate and Housing

ZIP code 85017 has a slightly higher than average percentage of vacancies. The Census also indicates that there are one or more universities nearby.

The majority of household are rented. Homes in ZIP code 85017 were primarily built in the 1950s or the 1970s. Looking at 85017 real estate data, the median home value of $72,000 is low compared to the rest of the country. It is also low compared to nearby ZIP codes. 85017 could be an area to look for cheap housing compared to surrounding areas. Rentals in 85017 are most commonly 2 bedrooms. The rent for 2 bedrooms is normally $500-$749/month including utilities. 1 bedrooms are also common and rent for $500-$749/month. Prices for rental property include ZIP code 85017 apartments, townhouses, and homes that are primary residences.

For more information, see Phoenix, AZ house prices.

Employment, Income, Earnings, and Work

The median household income of $27,782 is compared to the rest of the country. It is also compared to nearby ZIP codes. While money isn't everything, ZIP code 85017 may not be as nice as other parts of town.

As with most parts of the country, vehicles are the most common form of transportation to places of employment. Residents in ZIP code 85017 use public transportation to travel to work more than most areas of the nation. In most parts of the country, the majority of commuters get to work in under half an hour. However, that is not the case in 85017. It has a much lower than average number of people that make it to work in under half an hour. Having to travel to work for over 45 minutes isn't uncommon for people who live here.

Schools and Education

The percentage of people that did not graduate high school is among the highest in the nation. The area has a less than average percentage of people who have a college degree.

Schools in ZIP Code 85017

ZIP Code 85017 is in the following school districts: Pan-American Elementary Charter School District, Maricopa County Regional School District, Twenty First Century Charter School Inc. Bennett Academy, All Aboard Charter School District, Alhambra Elementary School District, Academy of Mathematics and Science South Inc., Washington Elementary School District, Career Success School District, Pima Prevention Partnership School District, Phoenix Union High School District, and Private. There are 17 different elementary schools and high schools with mailing addresses in ZIP code 85017.