| ZIP Code | 80234 |
|---|---|
| City | Denver |
| State | Colorado (CO) |
| County | Adams County |
| Area Code | 303/720/983 |
| Elevation | 5,345 ft |
| Latitude | 39.909992 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -105.002643 |
| Timezone | Denver (DST) |
| FIPS | 08001 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.2 yrs ↑ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.40 |
| Below Poverty | 7.7% ▼ 23% below avg |
| College Grads | 48.9% ▲ 26% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.2% ▼ 56% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 427 (2.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,255 (21.2%) |
| Some College | 2,631 (13.1%) |
| Associates | 2,952 (14.7%) |
| Bachelors | 2,141 (10.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,696 (38.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $88,714 ▲ 16% above avg ↑ 19% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $493,900 ▲ 77% above avg ↑ 42% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,772/mo ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 12,814 |
| Vacant Units | 512 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.40 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 12,814 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 512 |
| Owner Occupied | 59.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 40.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.40 |
ZIP code 80234 is located in Denver, Colorado, within Adams County. With a population of 29,573, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.2 years. Economically, 80234 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $88,714 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 80234 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $493,900 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,772 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (59.5%) and renters (40.5%). Median home values have increased by 42% since 2019.
The population of 80234 is majority White (61.38%). Residents are well-educated — 48.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.7%. Household income has grown by 19% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 80234 stands at 2.2%, which is well below the national average. About 17% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 69%.
Overall, ZIP code 80234 in Denver, CO is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 29,573 residents, a median household income of $88,714, and a median home value of $493,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Colorado.