| ZIP Code | 80305 |
|---|---|
| City | Boulder |
| State | Colorado (CO) |
| County | Boulder County |
| Area Code | 303/983 |
| Elevation | 5,537 ft |
| Latitude | 39.976873 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -105.248683 |
| Timezone | Denver (DST) |
| FIPS | 08013 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.7 yrs ↑ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.32 |
| Below Poverty | 12.6% ▲ 26% above avg |
| College Grads | 84.1% ▲ 117% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.5% ▼ 8% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 42 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 401 (4.2%) |
| Some College | 404 (4.3%) |
| Associates | 652 (6.9%) |
| Bachelors | 365 (3.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,574 (80.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $120,933 ▲ 58% above avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $985,700 ▲ 254% above avg ↑ 40% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 8.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,198/mo ↑ 17% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,263 |
| Vacant Units | 340 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.32 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,263 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 340 |
| Owner Occupied | 62.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 37.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.32 |
ZIP code 80305 is located in Boulder, Colorado, within Boulder County. With a population of 16,101, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.7 years. Economically, 80305 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $120,933 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 80305 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $985,700 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,198 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 62.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 40% since 2019.
The population of 80305 is primarily White (81.61%). Residents are highly educated — 84.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 12.6%. Household income has grown by 31% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 80305 stands at 4.5%, which is near the national average. A notably high share of workers — 40% — 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 39%.
Overall, ZIP code 80305 in Boulder, CO is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 16,101 residents, a median household income of $120,933, and a median home value of $985,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Colorado.