| ZIP Code | 80203 |
|---|---|
| City | Denver |
| State | Colorado (CO) |
| County | Denver County |
| Area Code | 303/720/983 |
| Elevation | 5,296 ft |
| Latitude | 39.731419 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -104.982764 |
| Timezone | Denver (DST) |
| FIPS | 08031 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 33.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.39 |
| Below Poverty | 11.1% ▲ 11% above avg |
| College Grads | 73.9% ▲ 91% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.5% ▼ 29% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 214 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,292 (6.6%) |
| Some College | 1,106 (5.7%) |
| Associates | 2,476 (12.7%) |
| Bachelors | 863 (4.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 13,515 (69.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $74,654 ≈ Avg ↑ 34% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $462,500 ▲ 66% above avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,569/mo ↑ 31% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 16,887 |
| Vacant Units | 1,005 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.39 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 16,887 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,005 |
| Owner Occupied | 21.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 78.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.39 |
ZIP code 80203 is located in Denver, Colorado, within Denver County. With a population of 22,355, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 33.1 years. Economically, 80203 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $74,654 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 80203 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $462,500 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,569 per month in median rent. This is predominantly a renter community, with 78.9% of occupied units rented — typical of urban and transitional neighborhoods. Median home values have increased by 28% since 2019.
The population of 80203 is primarily White (73.95%). Residents are highly educated — 73.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 11.1%. Household income has grown by 34% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 80203 stands at 3.5%, which is below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 31% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 44%.
Overall, ZIP code 80203 in Denver, CO is characterized as solidly middle-class, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 22,355 residents, a median household income of $74,654, and a median home value of $462,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Colorado.