| ZIP Code | 80461 |
|---|---|
| City | Leadville |
| State | Colorado (CO) |
| County | Lake County |
| Area Code | 719 |
| Elevation | 9,869 ft |
| Latitude | 39.242242 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -106.287866 |
| Timezone | Denver (DST) |
| FIPS | 08065 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.51 |
| Below Poverty | 6.9% ▼ 31% below avg |
| College Grads | 57.1% ▲ 47% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.4% ▼ 52% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 47 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,106 (24.9%) |
| Some College | 360 (8.1%) |
| Associates | 396 (8.9%) |
| Bachelors | 456 (10.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,080 (46.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $94,274 ▲ 24% above avg ↑ 87% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $395,100 ▲ 42% above avg ↑ 74% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,612/mo ↑ 63% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 3,762 |
| Vacant Units | 1,015 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.51 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 3,762 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,015 |
| Owner Occupied | 74.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 25.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.51 |
ZIP code 80461 is located in Leadville, Colorado, within Lake County. With a population of 7,049, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.2 years. Economically, 80461 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $94,274 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 80461 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $395,100 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,612 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 74.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 74% since 2019.
The population of 80461 is majority White (56.75%). Residents are well-educated — 57.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.9%. Household income has grown by 87% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 80461 stands at 2.4%, which is well below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 67%.
Overall, ZIP code 80461 in Leadville, CO is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 7,049 residents, a median household income of $94,274, and a median home value of $395,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Colorado.