Question 1

Is 85140 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 85140 in San Tan Valley has a crime score of 50/100, which is roughly average for the region. Reported incidents per 1,000 residents track close to the San Tan Valley city median. Both violent and property crime fall within the expected range for an urban ZIP code. Reviewing the Full Crime Report for 85140 and checking the local police department's crime mapping tool for current incident patterns before making decisions is recommended.

Question 2

What are the best schools near 85140?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 85140 has a school score of 100/100, based on NCES EdFacts math and reading proficiency data for public schools in and near ZIP 85140. Schools in this area perform significantly above state averages — proficiency rates consistently outpace both the city and national benchmarks. For families prioritizing public school quality, 85140 ranks among the stronger ZIP codes in San Tan Valley. Scores reflect SY 2020-21 EdFacts assessment data; individual school performance may vary, and reviewing each school's most recent state report card is recommended.

Question 3

What is the average home price in 85140?

Accepted Answer

The median home sale price in 85140 is approximately $433K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. This places 85140 near the metro median for comparable neighborhoods. Median rent in 85140 is available in the Full Market Report. Prices fluctuate with market conditions; Zillow data reflects trailing sale prices, not current listing prices.

Question 4

Is 85140 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 85140 has an overall NeighborScore of 67/100, placing it in the moderate range for San Tan Valley. The score combines crime rate (40% weight), school quality (35%), and relative property value (25%), each normalized to the metro area. At 67/100, 85140 scores similarly to the middle tier of San Tan Valley neighborhoods — neither among the strongest nor the weakest performers. Individual priorities (commute, school age, budget) should guide how much weight you give this composite vs. the component scores.

San Tan Valley — ZIP 85140

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School	Grades	Students	Math ↓	Reading
Happy Valley School East Campus	KG–06	—	—	—
Legacy Traditional School - Queen Creek	KG–09	—	—	—
J. O. Combs Middle School	KG–08	—	—	—
Jack Harmon Elementary School	PK–06	—	—	—
Ellsworth Elementary School	PK–06	—	—	—
Combs High School	08–12	—	—	—
Ranch Elementary School	PK–06	—	—	—
Kathryn Sue Simonton Elementary	PK–06	—	—	—
Combs Traditional Academy	KG–06	—	—	—
Combs Online School for Success	KG–12	—	—	—
Combs Center for Success Middle School	06–08	—	—	—