| ZIP Code | 80223 |
|---|---|
| City | Denver |
| State | Colorado (CO) |
| County | Denver County |
| Area Code | 303/720/983 |
| Elevation | 5,270 ft |
| Latitude | 39.695794 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -105.003843 |
| Timezone | Denver (DST) |
| FIPS | 08031 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.24 |
| Below Poverty | 17.2% ▲ 72% above avg |
| College Grads | 53.8% ▲ 39% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.5% ▲ 12% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 470 (3.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,777 (21.6%) |
| Some College | 1,486 (11.6%) |
| Associates | 1,197 (9.3%) |
| Bachelors | 799 (6.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,116 (47.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $80,461 ≈ Avg ↑ 47% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $497,900 ▲ 79% above avg ↑ 69% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,650/mo ↑ 41% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 9,532 |
| Vacant Units | 840 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.24 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 9,532 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 840 |
| Owner Occupied | 47.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 52.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.24 |
ZIP code 80223 is located in Denver, Colorado, within Denver County. With a population of 19,624, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.4 years. Economically, 80223 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $80,461 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 80223 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $497,900 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,650 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (47.4%) and renters (52.7%). Median home values have increased by 69% since 2019.
The population of 80223 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 45.1%. Residents are well-educated — 53.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 17.2%. Household income has grown by 47% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 80223 stands at 5.5%, which is near the national average. About 25% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 54%.
Overall, ZIP code 80223 in Denver, CO is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 19,624 residents, a median household income of $80,461, and a median home value of $497,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Colorado.