| ZIP Code | 80209 |
|---|---|
| City | Denver |
| State | Colorado (CO) |
| County | Denver County |
| Area Code | 303/720/983 |
| Elevation | 5,320 ft |
| Latitude | 39.706581 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -104.96575 |
| Timezone | Denver (DST) |
| FIPS | 08031 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.80 |
| Below Poverty | 7.0% ▼ 30% below avg |
| College Grads | 82.5% ▲ 113% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.8% ▼ 23% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 210 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,271 (5.9%) |
| Some College | 507 (2.4%) |
| Associates | 1,777 (8.3%) |
| Bachelors | 586 (2.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 17,147 (79.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $118,759 ▲ 56% above avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $971,500 ▲ 248% above avg ↑ 46% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 8.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,981/mo ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 16,045 |
| Vacant Units | 1,138 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.80 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 16,045 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,138 |
| Owner Occupied | 48.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 52.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.80 |
ZIP code 80209 is located in Denver, Colorado, within Denver County. With a population of 26,794, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.5 years. Economically, 80209 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $118,759 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 80209 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $971,500 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,981 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (48.0%) and renters (52.0%). Median home values have increased by 46% since 2019.
The population of 80209 is primarily White (85.34%). Residents are highly educated — 82.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.0%. Household income has grown by 29% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 80209 stands at 3.8%, which is below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 37% — 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 53%.
Overall, ZIP code 80209 in Denver, CO is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 26,794 residents, a median household income of $118,759, and a median home value of $971,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Colorado.