| ZIP Code | 80302 |
|---|---|
| City | Boulder |
| State | Colorado (CO) |
| County | Boulder County |
| Area Code | 720/983 |
| Elevation | 7,070 ft |
| Latitude | 40.025056 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -105.348664 |
| Timezone | Denver (DST) |
| FIPS | 08013 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 24.5 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.22 |
| Below Poverty | 32.9% ▲ 229% above avg |
| College Grads | 77.9% ▲ 101% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.0% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 89 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 856 (6.5%) |
| Some College | 510 (3.9%) |
| Associates | 1,476 (11.1%) |
| Bachelors | 601 (4.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 9,706 (73.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $60,649 ▼ 21% below avg ↑ 15% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,123,800 ▲ 303% above avg ↑ 38% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 18.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,850/mo ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 13,556 |
| Vacant Units | 1,113 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.22 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 13,556 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,113 |
| Owner Occupied | 40.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 60.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.22 |
ZIP code 80302 is located in Boulder, Colorado, within Boulder County. With a population of 29,751, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a young community — the median age is 24.5 years. Economically, 80302 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $60,649 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 80302 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,123,800 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,850 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (40.1%) and renters (60.0%). Median home values have increased by 38% since 2019.
The population of 80302 is primarily White (82.57%). Residents are highly educated — 77.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 32.9%. Household income has grown by 15% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 80302 stands at 5.0%, which is near the national average. A notably high share of workers — 27% — 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 43%.
Overall, ZIP code 80302 in Boulder, CO is characterized as solidly middle-class, highly educated, and a young community. With 29,751 residents, a median household income of $60,649, and a median home value of $1,123,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Colorado.