The 10 wealthiest ZIP codes in the Valley

Where’s the wealthiest ZIP code in Maricopa County? If your finger is hovering somewhere over Paradise Valley and Scottsdale, you’re not far off.

According to U.S. Census data from 2023 — the most recent available — those two slices of the Valley are some of the richest in the county. Also rolling in dough are a few ZIP codes in the East Valley. The West Valley is not represented.

Here’s how all of Maricopa County’s ZIP codes compare by 2023 median household income. The bluer the ZIP code, the richer it is. Below are the 10 wealthiest ZIP codes in the county.

1. 85253 (Paradise Valley)

Unsurprisingly, a Paradise Valley ZIP code tops the list. Just west of Phoenix Mountain Preserve and filled with golf courses, this ZIP code of more than 17,000 people is the richest in Arizona and it’s in one of the richest suburbs in America. Nearly 50% of households bring in an income of more than $200,000 a year.

Median income: $182,150
Median home value: $2,000,001

2. 85262 (North Scottsdale)

This north Scottsdale ZIP code spans from McDowell Mountain Regional Park up to the northern border of Maricopa County at Seven Springs. While significantly larger than Paradise Valley’s ZIP code at more than 1,552 square miles, it has a slightly smaller population of about 13,000 people. About 42% of households bring in more than $200,000 a year.

Median income: $173,795
Median home value: $1,178,600

3. 85083 (North Phoenix)

This north Phoenix ZIP code includes some of the most unwalkable neighborhoods in the Valley. It has a population of nearly 20,000 people and also is home to Pyramid Peak. This ZIP Code could see some major change coming in the next few years with a pending proposal to build another Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company factory there, as well as major residential and retail development projects.

Median income: $157,437
Median home value: $572,600

4. 85266 (North Scottsdale)

This Scottsdale ZIP code comprises nearly 20 square miles and reaches north to Carefree and Cave Creek. Nearly 40% of households make an income of more than $200,000 a year.

Median income: $157,137
Median home value: $1,026,900

5. 85284 (South Tempe)

This south Tempe ZIP code is situated between Guadalupe and Chandler. The area includes many single-family homes, the Tempe Sports Complex (including the Arizona Cardinals’ practice facility), a Costco and an Ikea.

Median income: $154,663
Median home value: $646,300

6. 85045 (Ahwatukee)

This small 4-square-mile ZIP code is at the base of South Mountain.

Median income: $154,300
Median home value: $590,600

7. 85249 (Chandler)

This Chandler ZIP code, which is split into two sections, is full of single-family homes and golf courses, including the SunBird Golf Resort and Bear Creek Golf Complex.

Median income: $150,985
Median home value: $610,800

8. 85298 (Gilbert)

Like its neighbor at No. 7, this ZIP code also features many single-family homes and golf courses. Gilbert Regional Park is found in the nearly 16-square-mile area.

Median income: $146,688
Median home value: $598,300

9. 85259 (North Scottsdale)

This more than 20-square-mile ZIP code includes Scottsdale Mountain, golf courses, single-family homes and condos.

Median income: $145,574
Median home value: $956,300

10. 85255 (North Scottsdale)

This sprawling, more than 88-square-mile ZIP code encompasses many hiking trails in the McDowell Sonoran Preserve. Nearly 40% of households bring in more than $200,000 a year.

Median income: $143,567
Median home value: $975,300