| ZIP Code | 80002 |
|---|---|
| City | Arvada |
| State | Colorado (CO) |
| County | Jefferson County |
| Area Code | 303/720/983 |
| Elevation | 5,383 ft |
| Latitude | 39.793716 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -105.108382 |
| Timezone | Denver (DST) |
| FIPS | 08059 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.6 yrs ↑ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.21 |
| Below Poverty | 9.9% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 55.6% ▲ 44% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.9% ▼ 20% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 324 (2.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,984 (20.5%) |
| Some College | 1,279 (8.8%) |
| Associates | 1,887 (12.9%) |
| Bachelors | 1,102 (7.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,013 (48.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $92,827 ▲ 22% above avg ↑ 46% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $538,900 ▲ 93% above avg ↑ 55% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,733/mo ↑ 45% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 9,960 |
| Vacant Units | 509 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.21 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 9,960 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 509 |
| Owner Occupied | 49.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 50.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.21 |
ZIP code 80002 is located in Arvada, Colorado, within Jefferson County. With a population of 20,975, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.6 years. Economically, 80002 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $92,827 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 80002 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $538,900 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,733 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (49.7%) and renters (50.3%). Median home values have increased by 55% since 2019.
The population of 80002 is majority White (68.75%). Residents are well-educated — 55.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.9%. Household income has grown by 46% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 80002 stands at 3.9%, which is below the national average. About 22% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 67%.
Overall, ZIP code 80002 in Arvada, CO is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 20,975 residents, a median household income of $92,827, and a median home value of $538,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Colorado.