ZIP Code 85251: Scottsdale, AZ
Scottsdale in Maricopa County, Arizona uses ZIP code 85251. Its reference point is at latitude 33.4936 and longitude -111.9167 (33°29'37.0"N 111°55'00.1"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 85251
Scottsdale has 15 ZIP codes in our directory, and Maricopa County has 193.
Arizona has 544 ZIP codes listed in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 85257 in Scottsdale, about 1.8 mi to the south.
| ZIP code | 85251 |
|---|---|
| Place | Scottsdale |
| County | Maricopa County |
| State | Arizona |
| Country | United States |
| Latitude | 33.4936 |
| Longitude | -111.9167 |
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Map of ZIP Code 85251
Map centred on 33.4936, -111.9167. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Scottsdale, Arizona
Video: Scottsdale, Arizona
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ZIP Codes Near 85251
These 12 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 85251, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest places to ZIP code 85251, measured in a straight line from its reference point. Road distances will be longer.
- Fountain Hills – 4.2 mi southwest
- Paradise Valley – 4.5 mi northwest
- Mesa – 8.5 mi south
- Tempe – 10 mi southwest
- Cave Creek – 10 mi northwest
- Phoenix – 13 mi southwest
- Rio Verde – 14 mi north
- Chandler – 14 mi south
- Gilbert – 14 mi southeast
- Fort Mcdowell – 16 mi northeast
- Glendale – 16 mi west
- Peoria – 17 mi west
Schools Near Scottsdale
School places are usually allocated by home address, so families living around ZIP code 85251 should confirm their catchment school with the local education authority for Scottsdale, Maricopa County.
Looking at nearby areas such as Phoenix, Fountain Hills and Paradise Valley widens the choice of state, private and international schools. The links below open live Google Maps results centred on this location.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, playgrounds and walking trails around Scottsdale are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centred on ZIP code 85251.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, clinics and pharmacies serving Scottsdale can be found with the searches below. In an emergency in the United States, call 911.
Residents may also use facilities in nearby Phoenix, Fountain Hills and Paradise Valley.
Shopping and Dining in Scottsdale
Restaurants, supermarkets and shopping centres in and around Scottsdale are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current opening hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Scottsdale, Arizona can be found with the searches below.
For local history, try the archives of Maricopa County along with the name Scottsdale.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 85251, Phoenix lies about 4.1 mi to the west, Fountain Hills lies about 4.2 mi to the southwest, Paradise Valley lies about 4.5 mi to the northwest, Tempe lies about 4.6 mi to the south and Mesa lies about 4.9 mi to the east in a straight line. Use the directions link for routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and coastline near Scottsdale show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 85251
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Echinopsis spachiana (3)”): Dru Bloomfield from Scottsdale, Arizona, USA, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“MiddleSchool EnglishClass Chromebooks PVUSD”): Jeff Billings, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“Diamondbacks' Catchers - 1st Day of Spring Training (cropped)”): Dru Bloomfield, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 4 (“Desert Snow Biking, AZ”): Cedward Brice from Scottsdale, USA, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 5 (“Coyote, Scottsdale, Arizona (50779973046)”): Henry from Arizona, United States, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Top 10 Best Things To Do In Scottsdale, Arizona [Scottsdale Travel Guide 2025]” by Vacation Idea, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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