US ZIP Code
80228

Denver, CO

Jefferson County  ·  Colorado

● Active
👥 34,677 Population ↑ 2% since 2019
💰 $110,013 Median HH Income
▲ 44% above avg ↑ 32% since 2019
🎂 39.1 Median Age
🏠 $607,300 Median Home Value
▲ 118% above avg ↑ 51% since 2019
🎓 67.9% College Grads
▲ 75% above avg
📊 3.0% Unemployment
▼ 38% below avg ↓ 29% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code80228
CityDenver
StateColorado (CO)
CountyJefferson County
Area Code303/720/983
Elevation6,408 ft
Latitude39.694935
Longitude-105.173187
TimezoneDenver (DST)
FIPS08059
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 50.0% (17,342) Female 50.0% (17,335) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 77.8%Hispanic: 12.4%Black: 0.7%Asian: 4.3%Other: 4.4%Race
White77.8%
Hispanic12.4%
Black0.7%
Asian4.3%
Other4.4%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
5%
5–17
12%
18–24
8%
25–44
33%
45–64
27%
65+
7%

Key Indicators

Median Age39.1 yrs
Avg Household Size2.27
Below Poverty5.5% ▼ 45% below avg
College Grads67.9% ▲ 75% above avg
Unemployment3.0% ▼ 38% below avg
No HS Diploma407 (1.6%)
HS Graduate2,836 (11.4%)
Some College1,620 (6.5%)
Associates3,130 (12.6%)
Bachelors2,120 (8.5%)
Graduate Degree14,755 (59.3%)

Education

No HS: 1.6%HS Grad: 11.4%Some College: 6.5%Associates: 12.6%Bachelors: 8.5%Graduate: 59.3%Edu
No HS1.6%
HS Grad11.4%
Some College6.5%
Associates12.6%
Bachelors8.5%
Graduate59.3%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 68%Renter: 32.1%Tenure
Owner68.0%
Renter32.1%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
1%
$50k–100k
1%
$100k–150k
1%
$150k–200k
0%
$200k–300k
6%
$300k–500k
22%
Over $500k
70%

Financials

Median HH Income$110,013 ▲ 44% above avg ↑ 32% since 2019
Median Home Value$607,300 ▲ 118% above avg ↑ 51% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio5.5x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$1,819/mo ↑ 30% since 2019
Total Units15,921
Vacant Units709
Avg HH Size2.27

Income Distribution

Under $25k
6%
$25k–50k
7%
$50k–75k
18%
$75k–100k
12%
$100k–150k
22%
$150k–200k
13%
Over $200k
21%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
70%
Public Transit
2%
Walked
1%
Work From Home
27%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
20%
15–30 min
39%
30–45 min
26%
Over 45 min
15%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
0%
1940s–1950s
12%
1960s–1970s
21%
1980s–1990s
11%
2000+
55%

Summary

Total Units15,921
Vacant709
Owner Occupied68.0%
Renter Occupied32.1%
Avg HH Size2.27
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 80228 is in Denver, CO, in Jefferson County.
ZIP code 80228 is located in Colorado (CO).
ZIP code 80228 is in Jefferson County, CO.
ZIP 80228 observes the Denver timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 80228 is 34,677 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 80228 is $110,013 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 80228 is $607,300 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 80228

ZIP code 80228 is located in Denver, Colorado, within Jefferson County. With a population of 34,677, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39.1 years. Economically, 80228 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $110,013 is above the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 80228 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $607,300 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,819 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 68.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 51% since 2019.

The population of 80228 is primarily White (77.75%). Residents are highly educated — 67.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.5%. Household income has grown by 32% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 80228 stands at 3.0%, which is below the national average. About 25% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 66%.

Overall, ZIP code 80228 in Denver, CO is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 34,677 residents, a median household income of $110,013, and a median home value of $607,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Colorado.