| ZIP Code | 80303 |
|---|---|
| City | Boulder |
| State | Colorado (CO) |
| County | Boulder County |
| Area Code | 303/983 |
| Elevation | 5,510 ft |
| Latitude | 39.973222 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -105.209276 |
| Timezone | Denver (DST) |
| FIPS | 08013 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 29.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.09 |
| Below Poverty | 22.7% ▲ 127% above avg |
| College Grads | 81.1% ▲ 109% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.7% ▲ 15% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 43 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 952 (7.3%) |
| Some College | 319 (2.5%) |
| Associates | 1,145 (8.8%) |
| Bachelors | 512 (3.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 10,023 (77.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $77,344 ≈ Avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $941,600 ▲ 238% above avg ↑ 36% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 12.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,833/mo ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 12,583 |
| Vacant Units | 1,087 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.09 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 12,583 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,087 |
| Owner Occupied | 45.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 54.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.09 |
ZIP code 80303 is located in Boulder, Colorado, within Boulder County. With a population of 24,934, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a young community — the median age is 29.8 years. Economically, 80303 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $77,344 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 80303 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $941,600 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,833 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (45.5%) and renters (54.5%). Median home values have increased by 36% since 2019.
The population of 80303 is primarily White (79.01%). Residents are highly educated — 81.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 22.7%. Household income has grown by 24% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 80303 stands at 5.7%, which is above the national average. A notably high share of workers — 28% — 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 80303 in Boulder, CO is characterized as middle-income, highly educated, and a young community. With 24,934 residents, a median household income of $77,344, and a median home value of $941,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Colorado.