| ZIP Code | 80012 |
|---|---|
| City | Aurora |
| State | Colorado (CO) |
| County | Arapahoe County |
| Area Code | 303/720/983 |
| Elevation | 5,563 ft |
| Latitude | 39.699766 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -104.837834 |
| Timezone | Denver (DST) |
| FIPS | 08005 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 33.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.65 |
| Below Poverty | 14.3% ▲ 43% above avg |
| College Grads | 39.7% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 7.5% ▲ 53% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,069 (3.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 8,376 (28.6%) |
| Some College | 3,295 (11.2%) |
| Associates | 4,939 (16.8%) |
| Bachelors | 2,981 (10.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8,678 (29.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $69,835 ▼ 8% below avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $398,300 ▲ 43% above avg ↑ 55% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,697/mo ↑ 34% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 20,102 |
| Vacant Units | 827 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.65 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 20,102 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 827 |
| Owner Occupied | 50.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 49.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.65 |
ZIP code 80012 is located in Aurora, Colorado, within Arapahoe County. With a population of 51,389, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 33.2 years. Economically, 80012 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $69,835 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 80012 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $398,300 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,697 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (50.9%) and renters (49.1%). Median home values have increased by 55% since 2019.
The population of 80012 is racially diverse, with Hispanic as the largest group at 33.9%. Residents are moderately educated — 39.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 14.3%. Household income has grown by 24% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 80012 stands at 7.5%, which is significantly above the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 68%.
Overall, ZIP code 80012 in Aurora, CO is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 51,389 residents, a median household income of $69,835, and a median home value of $398,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Colorado.