| ZIP Code | 80221 |
|---|---|
| City | Denver |
| State | Colorado (CO) |
| County | Adams County |
| Area Code | 303/720/983 |
| Elevation | 5,216 ft |
| Latitude | 39.81602 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -105.011552 |
| Timezone | Denver (DST) |
| FIPS | 08001 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.73 |
| Below Poverty | 9.8% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 37.1% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 5.5% ▲ 12% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,052 (4.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,160 (30.2%) |
| Some College | 3,450 (14.6%) |
| Associates | 3,231 (13.6%) |
| Bachelors | 1,635 (6.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,151 (30.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $84,425 ▲ 11% above avg ↑ 33% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $449,700 ▲ 61% above avg ↑ 57% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,642/mo ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 15,165 |
| Vacant Units | 511 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.73 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 15,165 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 511 |
| Owner Occupied | 68.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 31.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.73 |
ZIP code 80221 is located in Denver, Colorado, within Adams County. With a population of 40,938, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.7 years. Economically, 80221 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $84,425 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 80221 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $449,700 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,642 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 68.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 57% since 2019.
The population of 80221 is majority Hispanic (57.77%). Residents are moderately educated — 37.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.8%. Household income has grown by 33% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 80221 stands at 5.5%, which is near the national average. About 14% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 68%.
Overall, ZIP code 80221 in Denver, CO is characterized as middle-income, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 40,938 residents, a median household income of $84,425, and a median home value of $449,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Colorado.