| ZIP Code | 80212 |
|---|---|
| City | Denver |
| State | Colorado (CO) |
| County | Denver County |
| Area Code | 303/720/983 |
| Elevation | 5,416 ft |
| Latitude | 39.772047 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -105.048027 |
| Timezone | Denver (DST) |
| FIPS | 08031 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.00 |
| Below Poverty | 9.7% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 68.3% ▲ 76% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.7% ▼ 25% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 97 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,131 (13.6%) |
| Some College | 864 (5.5%) |
| Associates | 1,880 (12%) |
| Bachelors | 666 (4.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 10,047 (64.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $118,692 ▲ 56% above avg ↑ 46% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $705,300 ▲ 153% above avg ↑ 46% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,714/mo ↑ 54% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 10,870 |
| Vacant Units | 697 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.00 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 10,870 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 697 |
| Owner Occupied | 65.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 34.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.00 |
ZIP code 80212 is located in Denver, Colorado, within Denver County. With a population of 20,426, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.8 years. Economically, 80212 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $118,692 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 80212 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $705,300 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,714 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 65.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 46% since 2019.
The population of 80212 is primarily White (71.59%). Residents are highly educated — 68.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.7%. Household income has grown by 46% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 80212 stands at 3.7%, which is below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 29% — 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 58%.
Overall, ZIP code 80212 in Denver, CO is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 20,426 residents, a median household income of $118,692, and a median home value of $705,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Colorado.