| ZIP Code | 80440 |
|---|---|
| City | Fairplay |
| State | Colorado (CO) |
| County | Park County |
| Area Code | 719 |
| Elevation | 9,510 ft |
| Latitude | 39.132289 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -106.055005 |
| Timezone | Denver (DST) |
| FIPS | 08093 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.6 yrs ↓ 7% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.23 |
| Below Poverty | 9.6% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 57.9% ▲ 49% above avg |
| Unemployment | 7.5% ▲ 53% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 16 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 324 (15.2%) |
| Some College | 76 (3.6%) |
| Associates | 480 (22.6%) |
| Bachelors | 442 (20.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 789 (37.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $99,583 ▲ 31% above avg ↑ 44% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $448,700 ▲ 61% above avg ↑ 42% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,884/mo ↑ 58% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,509 |
| Vacant Units | 1,158 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.23 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,509 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,158 |
| Owner Occupied | 79.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 20.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.23 |
ZIP code 80440 is located in Fairplay, Colorado, within Park County. With a population of 3,071, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.6 years. Economically, 80440 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $99,583 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 80440 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $448,700 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,884 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 79.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 42% since 2019.
The population of 80440 is primarily White (84.79%). Residents are well-educated — 57.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.6%. Household income has grown by 44% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 80440 stands at 7.5%, which is significantly above the national average. About 23% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 60%.
Overall, ZIP code 80440 in Fairplay, CO is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 3,071 residents, a median household income of $99,583, and a median home value of $448,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Colorado.