| ZIP Code | 80249 |
|---|---|
| City | Denver |
| State | Colorado (CO) |
| County | Denver County |
| Area Code | 720/983 |
| Elevation | 5,380 ft |
| Latitude | 39.854746 |
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| Longitude | -104.695804 |
| Timezone | Denver (DST) |
| FIPS | 08031 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 31.5 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.18 |
| Below Poverty | 6.2% ▼ 38% below avg |
| College Grads | 41.6% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 7.3% ▲ 49% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 705 (3%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,543 (23.9%) |
| Some College | 3,757 (16.2%) |
| Associates | 3,542 (15.3%) |
| Bachelors | 2,531 (10.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,101 (30.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $97,457 ▲ 28% above avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
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| Median Home Value | $457,500 ▲ 64% above avg ↑ 54% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,083/mo ↑ 19% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 13,375 |
| Vacant Units | 400 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.18 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 13,375 |
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| Vacant | 400 |
| Owner Occupied | 75.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 24.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.18 |
ZIP code 80249 is located in Denver, Colorado, within Denver County. With a population of 41,209, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 31.5 years. Economically, 80249 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $97,457 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 80249 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $457,500 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,083 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 75.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 54% since 2019.
The population of 80249 is racially diverse, with Hispanic as the largest group at 37.2%. Residents are well-educated — 41.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.2%. Household income has grown by 27% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 80249 stands at 7.3%, which is above the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 66%.
Overall, ZIP code 80249 in Denver, CO is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 41,209 residents, a median household income of $97,457, and a median home value of $457,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Colorado.