85219

85219 is a United States ZIP code located in Maricopa County, Arizona, within the Phoenix metropolitan area. The code is associated with Tempe, a city just east of central Phoenix, and it represents a portion of the area’s postal geography used for mail delivery and geographic analysis.

Geography and land use: 85219 covers a residential neighborhood with nearby commercial corridors and local amenities. Like other ZIP codes in the East Valley, it features a mix of housing types, schools, parks, and small businesses. The area is connected to the broader regional transportation network and is served by local public transit options that link Tempe to surrounding communities.

Postal and administrative context: ZIP codes are defined and maintained by the United States Postal Service and are not political boundaries. 85219 has been in use as part of the USPS ZIP code system since the mid-to-late 20th century, with boundary adjustments over time to reflect population growth and routing needs.

Demographics and economy: Data for 85219 are used in demographic and market analyses to understand local population density, age distribution, household composition, and economic activity within the East Valley. The broader Tempe area includes a diverse economy with education, technology, retail, and healthcare sectors contributing to local employment.

See also: List of ZIP codes in Arizona.