Mesa, AZ · standard
ZIP Code 85215
Maricopa County, Arizona - Census ACS demographics, housing tenure, and business patterns, benchmarked against every US ZIP.
- 15,963
- 74/sq mi Moderate-density area
- $98,831
- Median income Above-median income area
- $441,000
- Median home value Above-median home value
- 39.5%
- Bachelor's or higher Above-average bachelor's attainment
National ZIP placement
Mesa pairs an upper-quartile household income with upper-quartile home values, in a rural, homeowner-dominated area.
- Top 20%
- household income, US ZIPs
- Top 17%
- home value, US ZIPs
- 74
- people per sq mi
- 80%
- owner-occupied homes
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates (2019–2023). Percentiles rank ZIP 85215 against every reporting US ZIP.
FHFA HPI release change
What changed in the latest House Price Index year
- FHFA House Price Index values in ZIP 85215 (Mesa, AZ) rose +5.2% from 2023 to 2024. The all-transactions index moved from 309.6 in 2023 to 325.7 in 2024 (2000 = 100).
ZIP code 85215 is a mid-sized community (a standard USPS delivery area) in Mesa, Maricopa County, Arizona, home to 15,963 residents across 214.6 square miles, a density of 74 people per square mile, in the Phoenix time zone.
ZIP 85215 lands in the middle-income range, with a median household income of $98,831 (36% above the average Arizona ZIP), while per-capita income is $55,175. Both reported hardship measures are comparatively low in absolute terms: poverty is 6.7% and unemployment is 2.8%. Housing is both higher-cost and owner-heavy: median home value is $441,000 (31% above the average Arizona ZIP), while 80.4% of occupied homes are owner-occupied and median rent is $1,958.
A solid share of residents have a four-year degree: 39.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, the median age is 53.1, and the average commute is 23 minutes. The page also surfaces 8 ZIP codes within roughly 10 miles and 6 more in Maricopa County, so 85215 can be compared with both its immediate and county-level context.
Every figure on this page is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (including median rent) and the FHFA House Price Index, no estimates, no proprietary scoring. Verify with Census →
Top industries in ZIP 85215
Top 5 sectors by establishment count in Mesa, AZ
Which industries have the most business establishments in ZIP 85215.
- Construction
Construction
102 establishments
- Professional, scientific, and technical services
Professional, scientific, and technical services
95 establishments
- Retail trade
Retail trade
78 establishments
- Accommodation and food services
Accommodation and food services
69 establishments
- Finance and insurance
Finance and insurance
62 establishments
What this shows Establishment counts come from the Census ZIP Code Business Patterns program, which counts physical business locations rather than employees or revenue.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates + ZIP Code Business Patterns + FHFA HPI ACS demographics and median rent, ZBP business establishments, FHFA HPI for ZIP 85215, Mesa, AZ · 2023 Census ACS 5-Year Estimates use a rolling 60-month sample for stable small-geography estimates; ZBP updated annually; FHFA HPI updated quarterly/annually.
Quick Facts
15,963
Population
214.6
Area (sq mi)
74
People / sq mi
Phoenix
Time Zone
standard
ZIP Type
Who lives in ZIP 85215?
53.1
Median Age
49.3%
Male
50.7%
Female
7.0%
Foreign-Born
Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity category from the Census Bureau and may overlap with other categories above.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2023)
How much do residents earn?
$98,831
Median Household Income
+36% vs state ZIP avg
$55,175
Per Capita Income
6.7%
Poverty Rate
2.8%
Unemployment Rate
23.4 min
Mean Commute Time
How ZIP 85215 ranks among Arizona ZIPs
Mesa, AZ household income vs. every Arizona ZIP code
Median household income among 372 reporting Arizona ZIPs (this ZIP's population is too small for a reliable national-corpus placement)
$98,831 Top 16% higher than 84% of 372 Arizona ZIPs
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Source U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates · 2019–2023
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2023)
What is the education profile here?
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2023)
What does housing look like?
Housing stock: occupied vs vacant
9,243housing units
9,243
Total Housing Units
7,450
Occupied Units
1,793
Vacant Units
2.24
Avg Household Size
Occupancy Type
$441,000
Median Home Value
+31% vs state ZIP avg
$1,958
Median Rent
1993
Median Year Built
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2023)
How have home values changed over time?
FHFA House Price Index, annual appreciation data based on repeat sales and appraisals
+5.2%
YoY Change (2024)
326
HPI Index (2000 = 100)
+226%
Total Change Since 2000
Home values in ZIP 85215 have increased 5.2% over the past year (2024). Since 2000, this ZIP has seen +226% cumulative appreciation.
| Year | Annual Change | HPI Index |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | +6.0% | 208 |
| 2021 | +19.7% | 249 |
| 2022 | +23.6% | 308 |
| 2023 | +0.6% | 310 |
| 2024 | +5.2% | 326 |
Source: Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index, All-Transactions, Five-Digit ZIP Codes (Developmental Index). Index base = 100 in year 2000. Data through 2024. ZIP codes with few transactions may show missing values.
What businesses operate in this ZIP?
Census Bureau data shows 756 business establishments in ZIP 85215, employing approximately 12,413 people with a combined annual payroll of $651,933,000.
756
Businesses
12,413
Employees
$651.9M
Annual Payroll
17
Industry Sectors
| Industry | Establishments | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| Construction | 102 | 13.5% |
| Professional, scientific, and technical services | 95 | 12.6% |
| Retail trade | 78 | 10.3% |
| Accommodation and food services | 69 | 9.1% |
| Finance and insurance | 62 | 8.2% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 60 | 7.9% |
| Health care and social assistance | 56 | 7.4% |
| Administrative and support and waste management and remediation services | 46 | 6.1% |
| Real estate and rental and leasing | 44 | 5.8% |
| Wholesale trade | 34 | 4.5% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 29 | 3.8% |
| Manufacturing | 28 | 3.7% |
| Arts, entertainment, and recreation | 17 | 2.3% |
| Educational services | 14 | 1.9% |
| Information | 12 | 1.6% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 5 | 0.7% |
| Management of companies and enterprises | 4 | 0.5% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ZIP Code Business Patterns (ZBP), 2023. Employment figures may include noise for disclosure avoidance.
Nearby ZIP Codes
Want a side-by-side? Compare 85215 vs 85207 →
ZIP 85215 vs its nearest neighbors, by population
Resident population of this ZIP and the closest reporting ZIP codes within ~10 miles.
- 85207
Mesa (85207)
44,744 residents
- 85205
Mesa (85205)
39,858 residents
- 85209
Mesa (85209)
37,377 residents
- 85208
Mesa (85208)
34,762 residents
- 85206
Mesa (85206)
33,154 residents
- 85120
Apache Junction (85120)
28,168 residents
- 85119
Apache Junction (85119)
21,219 residents
- 85215 15,963
Mesa (85215)
15,963 residents
- 85264 1,249
Fort Mcdowell (85264)
1,249 residents
What this shows Among its immediate neighbors, ZIP 85215 ranks #8 by population - useful context the national average alone can't give.
ZIP 85215 vs its nearest neighbors, by median income
Median household income of this ZIP and the closest reporting ZIP codes within ~10 miles.
- 85207
Mesa (85207)
$108,699 median income
- 85215
Mesa (85215)
$98,831 median income
- 85209
Mesa (85209)
$84,432 median income
- 85206
Mesa (85206)
$75,607 median income
- 85205
Mesa (85205)
$73,283 median income
- 85119
Apache Junction (85119)
$71,585 median income
- 85208
Mesa (85208)
$69,390 median income
- 85264
Fort Mcdowell (85264)
$60,729 median income
- 85120
Apache Junction (85120)
$57,786 median income
What this shows By household income, ZIP 85215 ranks #2 of 9 neighboring ZIPs, local affluence varies block to block, not just metro to metro.
Nationwide ZIPs with similar ACS profiles
Two Census-derived peer sets for ZIP 85215, both outside AZ so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment (Nearby and same-county blocks stay local).
Similar population
Nearest cross-state ZIPs by resident population (15,963 here; floor ≥1,000).
Similar median household income
Nearest cross-state ZIPs by ACS median household income.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What county is ZIP code 85215 in?
ZIP code 85215 (Mesa) is located in Maricopa County, Arizona. Maricopa County contains multiple ZIP codes, see the full list at /counties/maricopa-az.
What is the population of ZIP code 85215?
ZIP code 85215 in Mesa, AZ has a population of 15,963 according to the Census Bureau ACS 2023 estimates.
What is the median household income in ZIP 85215?
The median household income in ZIP 85215 is $98,831, which is 30% above the national average of $76,288.
What is the average home value in ZIP 85215?
The median home value in ZIP 85215 is $441,000, which is 59% above the national average of $278,155.
What is the demographic makeup of ZIP 85215?
The largest racial group in ZIP 85215 is White at 84.4%. Hispanic or Latino residents make up 12.1% of the population.
How many businesses are in ZIP code 85215?
ZIP code 85215 has 756 business establishments employing approximately 12,413 people, according to Census Bureau ZIP Code Business Patterns (ZBP) 2023 data.
What are the main industries in ZIP code 85215?
The top industries by establishment count in ZIP 85215 are: Construction (102), Professional, scientific, and technical services (95), Retail trade (78). There are 17 industry sectors represented in total.
How have home values changed in ZIP code 85215?
According to the FHFA House Price Index, home values in ZIP 85215 increased by 5.2% in 2024. Since 2000, home values in this ZIP have appreciated by approximately 226%. This is a developmental index based on repeat sales and appraisal data from Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.
What is the education level in ZIP code 85215?
In ZIP code 85215, 60.8% of residents aged 25+ have a high school diploma or higher, and 39.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher. These figures come from the Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates (2023).
What is the average commute time in ZIP 85215?
The mean commute time for workers in ZIP code 85215 is 23.4 minutes according to Census ACS data. The national average is roughly 26 minutes, so commuters here spend less time traveling to work than typical.
What percentage of residents own vs. rent in ZIP 85215?
In ZIP code 85215, approximately 80.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied and 19.6% are renter-occupied, based on Census ACS 2023 data.
What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 85215?
The poverty rate in ZIP code 85215 is 6.7% according to Census Bureau ACS 2023 estimates. This measures the percentage of the population living below the federal poverty threshold.
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