Gilbert ZIP Code List — Maricopa County, AZ

There are 7 unique ZIP codes in Gilbert, Arizona. Area code: 480.

ZIP codes

71.72

sq mi land

0.20

sq mi water

480

area code

Gilbert, AZ ZIP code map

About Gilbert, AZ

Gilbert, Arizona, is a vibrant town located in Maricopa County known for its family-friendly atmosphere and rich history. The community is characterized by its beautiful parks, excellent schools, and diverse neighborhoods. As one of the fastest-growing municipalities in the United States, Gilbert combines a small-town feel with modern amenities.

Location & geography

Gilbert is positioned in the southeastern part of the Phoenix metropolitan area, making it an attractive location for those seeking suburban living close to the city. Nearby cities include Chandler, which is approximately 10 miles to the northwest, Mesa about 7 miles to the north, Queen Creek to the southeast at around 10 miles, and Tempe, located roughly 12 miles away. The town covers a land area of 71.72 square miles, with a small water area of just 0.20 square miles.

Community & economy

The character of Gilbert is defined by its strong sense of community, where neighbors often come together for local events and festivals throughout the year. The local economy is diverse, with industries ranging from healthcare and technology to agriculture and retail. Daily life in Gilbert is active and engaging, with plenty of recreational opportunities, including parks, sports fields, and hiking trails.

Transportation

Major highways serving Gilbert include the Loop 202 and Route 60, providing residents easy access to surrounding areas and neighboring cities. The nearest airport is Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, situated approximately 25 miles to the northwest, giving residents a convenient option for air travel. Public transit options are available, enhancing accessibility within the town and to other parts of the Phoenix metropolitan area.

History

Gilbert was founded in the early 1900s, initially established as an agricultural community that prospered thanks to the Arizona Canal. In the decades that followed, its key industries evolved to include healthcare and technology, driving significant growth in the region. A notable event was Gilbert's incorporation as a town in 1920, which laid the foundation for its development into the thriving community it is today.

Did you know?

One surprising fact about Gilbert is that it was once known as the 'Hay Capital of the World' due to its extensive farming and agriculture industry. Today, Gilbert is also home to the popular Gilbert Farmers Market, attracting locals and visitors alike with its wide array of fresh produce and artisanal goods.

ZIP codes for Gilbert, AZ (7)

ZIP code	City	County	Map
85233	Gilbert	Maricopa	View map
85234	Gilbert	Maricopa	View map
85295	Gilbert	Maricopa	View map
85296	Gilbert	Maricopa	View map
85297	Gilbert	Maricopa	View map
85298	Gilbert	Maricopa	View map
85299	Gilbert	Maricopa	View map

Demographics & statistics

269,531

Population

35.5

Median age

$117,188

Median household income

$47,193

Per capita income

$457,267

Median home value

$1,925

Median monthly rent

75.9%

Home ownership

5.4%

Poverty rate

3.5%

Unemployment

71,810

Housing units

47.0%

Bachelor's or higher

Age distribution

Male Female

8,751

Under 5

8,922

11,054

5–9

11,271

11,982

10–14

12,216

10,895

15–19

11,108

7,743

20–24

7,894

15,273

25–34

15,572

21,242

35–44

21,658

19,153

45–54

19,527

7,560

55–59

7,708

6,079

60–64

6,197

8,575

65–74

8,742

3,880

75–84

3,956

1,274

85+

1,299

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Female →

Age summary

Group	Count	%
Under 18	78,833	29.2%
18 and over	190,698	70.8%
65 and over	27,726	10.5%
Median age	35.5 years

Race & ethnicity

White 69.6%

Two or more races 9.1%

Hispanic or Latino 8.2%

Asian 5.6%

Black or African American 3.7%

Other race 3.1%

American Indian / Alaska Native 0.7%

Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander 0.1%

Group	Count	%
White	204,393	69.6%
Two or more races	26,633	9.1%
Hispanic or Latino	23,997	8.2%
Asian	16,444	5.6%
Black or African American	10,718	3.7%
Other race	9,148	3.1%
American Indian / Alaska Native	2,031	0.7%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander	164	0.1%

Household income

Under $10k 2.7%

$10k–$15k 1.1%

$15k–$25k 2.2%

$25k–$35k 3.4%

$35k–$50k 6.2%

$50k–$75k 12.3%

$75k–$100k 12.9%

$100k–$150k 24.2%

$150k–$200k 15.8%

$200k+ 19.3%

Range	% of households
Under $10k	2.7%
$10k–$15k	1.1%
$15k–$25k	2.2%
$25k–$35k	3.4%
$35k–$50k	6.2%
$50k–$75k	12.3%
$75k–$100k	12.9%
$100k–$150k	24.2%
$150k–$200k	15.8%
$200k+	19.3%
Median income	$117,188

Housing

Home values

Under $50k 1.4%

$50k–$100k 0.4%

$100k–$150k 0.4%

$150k–$200k 0.6%

$200k–$300k 8.9%

$300k–$500k 49.2%

$500k–$1M 35.1%

$1M+ 4.0%

Housing overview

Metric	Value
Median home value	$457,267
Median rent / month	$1,925
Owner occupied	75.9%
Renter occupied	24.1%
Vacant	3.7%
Single-family detached	85.0%
Large apartment buildings	5.4%
Mobile homes	0.4%
Median rooms	6.3
Avg household size (owned)	3.07

Year built

Era	%
2020 or later	0.7%
2010–2019	19.7%
2000–2009	38.4%
1990–1999	26.9%
1980–1989	9.9%
1970–1979	3.0%
1960–1969	0.6%
1950–1959	0.7%
1940–1949	0.0%
1939 or earlier	0.1%

Bedrooms

Size	% of units
No bedroom (studio)	1.1%
1 bedroom	4.2%
2 bedrooms	10.5%
3 bedrooms	38.6%
4 bedrooms	32.4%
5+ bedrooms	13.3%

Vehicles per household

Vehicles	% of households
No vehicle	1.9%
1 vehicle	23.1%
2 vehicles	47.3%
3 or more	27.7%

Heating fuel

Fuel type	%
Utility gas	43.2%
Electricity	54.7%
Propane / LP gas	1.0%
Fuel oil	0.1%
Wood	0.2%
Solar	0.6%
No fuel used	0.2%

Households & families

Household type	Count	%
Married-couple family	56,018	62.4%
Cohabiting couple	5,863	6.3%
Male householder, no spouse	11,852	12.7%
Female householder, no spouse	17,164	18.6%
Households with children under 18	40,314	44.8%
Households with seniors (65+)	19,064	21.3%
Average household size	2.97

Marital status

Status	Male	Female
Never married	30.6%	26.1%
Married	59.7%	56.2%
Separated	0.5%	0.7%
Widowed	1.3%	5.3%
Divorced	8.1%	11.8%

Education

Less than 9th grade 1.4%

Some HS, no diploma 2.2%

HS graduate 15.8%

Some college, no degree 22.8%

Associate's degree 10.9%

Bachelor's degree 30.5%

Graduate / professional 16.5%

Metric	%
HS diploma or higher	96.4%
Bachelor's or higher	47.0%

School enrollment (ages 3–17)

Type	Count	%
Nursery / preschool	4,766	5.8%
Kindergarten	3,825	4.8%
Elementary school	36,507	43.9%
High school	20,006	23.8%
College / grad school	18,138	21.6%

Employment

Industry of employment

Education & healthcare 23.5%

Professional & management 12.0%

Finance & real estate 11.6%

Manufacturing 10.6%

Retail trade 10.5%

Arts, food & hospitality 7.6%

Construction 6.1%

Transportation & utilities 5.2%

Other services 4.3%

Public administration 3.9%

Wholesale trade 2.3%

Information 2.1%

Agriculture & mining 0.6%

Occupation

Category	%
Management, business & arts	51.0%
Service	12.3%
Sales & office	23.0%
Natural resources & construction	5.9%
Production & transportation	7.8%

Employment type

Type	%
Private sector	82.6%
Government	12.2%
Self-employed	5.1%
Unpaid family workers	0.1%

Commute

Method	%
Drive alone	68.9%
Carpool	7.2%
Public transit	0.5%
Walk	0.8%
Other means	2.2%
Avg commute (minutes)	26.9

Poverty

All people 5.4%

Under 18 years 6.5%

18 and over 5.2%

Married-couple families 2.8%

Female-led households 10.0%

Income support

Source	% of households
Social Security	21.3%
Retirement income	18.9%
Supplemental Security	2.3%
Cash public assistance	1.5%
Food stamps / SNAP	3.3%

Health indicators

Condition	%
High blood pressure	23.8%
High cholesterol	27.3%
Heart disease	3.4%
Stroke	1.7%
Asthma	9.6%
Arthritis	15.4%
Kidney disease	1.9%
Pulmonary disease	3.8%
Cancer	4.7%

Behavior / access	%
Binge drinking	18.8%
No physical activity	15.3%
Less than 7 hrs sleep	31.0%
Fair or poor health	8.8%
Poor mental health	14.0%
Poor physical health	7.0%
No health insurance	12.4%
Visited doctor (checkup)	67.5%
Visited dentist	69.5%
Cholesterol screening	89.8%
Teeth loss	7.9%

Veterans & disability

Veterans	Count	%
Civilian veterans	12,519	6.6%

Disability	%
Any disability	7.7%
Under 18	3.4%
18–64 years	5.9%
65 and over	31.1%

Health insurance coverage

Type	%
Private insurance	83.3%
Public insurance	19.4%
Uninsured under 19	5.0%

Language & origin

Language spoken at home (age 5+)

Language	Count	%
English only	251,858	93.5%
Spanish	8,692	3.5%
Other Indo-European	3,729	1.5%
Asian & Pacific Islander	1,316	0.6%
Other languages	3,276	1.4%

Place of birth & citizenship

Origin	Count	%
Native born (US)	243,467	90.1%
Born in same state	239,466	88.6%
Born in different state	107,451	39.7%
Foreign born	4,001	1.5%
Naturalized citizen	26,064	9.9%
Not a US citizen	17,839	68.7%

Ancestry

Ancestry	Count	%
French	35,603	13.2%
Italian	25,581	9.5%
Arab	14,361	5.3%
Polish	6,350	2.4%
English	3,973	1.5%

Ancestry	Count	%
Dutch	2,981	1.1%
German	1,007	0.4%
Irish	840	0.3%
Norwegian	313	0.1%

Technology access

Metric	% of households
Computer access	33.7%
Internet access	98.8%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2025 estimates.

Frequently asked questions

What ZIP codes does Gilbert, AZ have?

Gilbert, AZ has 6 ZIP codes: 85233, 85234, 85295, 85296, 85297, 85298. Each ZIP code serves a distinct delivery area within the city and surrounding region.

What is the main ZIP code for Gilbert, AZ?

The primary ZIP code for Gilbert, AZ is 85233. The city uses area code 480 for phone service.

What county is Gilbert, AZ in?

Gilbert is located in Maricopa County, Arizona.

How many ZIP codes are in Gilbert, AZ?

Gilbert, AZ has 6 ZIP codes.

What ZIP code is Gilbert's downtown area and town center located in?

Gilbert's downtown area is primarily located in ZIP code 85233, which encompasses the historic town center along Gilbert Road and the main commercial district.

Which ZIP codes serve the Gilbert school district's northern residential neighborhoods?

The northern residential areas of Gilbert, including neighborhoods near Gilbert High School and Chandler-Gilbert Community College, are primarily served by ZIP codes 85295, 85296, and 85297.