| ZIP Code | 80301 |
|---|---|
| City | Boulder |
| State | Colorado (CO) |
| County | Boulder County |
| Area Code | 303/983 |
| Elevation | 5,178 ft |
| Latitude | 40.04569 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -105.20089 |
| Timezone | Denver (DST) |
| FIPS | 08013 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.03 |
| Below Poverty | 11.3% ▲ 13% above avg |
| College Grads | 73.8% ▲ 90% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.8% ▲ 18% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 132 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,087 (6.1%) |
| Some College | 1,297 (7.2%) |
| Associates | 2,190 (12.2%) |
| Bachelors | 985 (5.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 12,254 (68.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $92,974 ▲ 22% above avg ↑ 14% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $761,500 ▲ 173% above avg ↑ 43% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 8.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,999/mo ↑ 20% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 12,644 |
| Vacant Units | 446 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.03 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 12,644 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 446 |
| Owner Occupied | 54.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 45.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.03 |
ZIP code 80301 is located in Boulder, Colorado, within Boulder County. With a population of 25,252, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.4 years. Economically, 80301 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $92,974 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 80301 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $761,500 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,999 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (54.1%) and renters (45.9%). Median home values have increased by 43% since 2019.
The population of 80301 is primarily White (79.91%). Residents are highly educated — 73.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 11.3%. Household income has grown by 14% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 80301 stands at 5.8%, which is above the national average. A notably high share of workers — 32% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 52%.
Overall, ZIP code 80301 in Boulder, CO is characterized as middle-income, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 25,252 residents, a median household income of $92,974, and a median home value of $761,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Colorado.