| ZIP Code | 80516 |
|---|---|
| City | Erie |
| State | Colorado (CO) |
| County | Weld County |
| Area Code | 303/720/983 |
| Elevation | 5,110 ft |
| Latitude | 40.052867 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -105.021054 |
| Timezone | Denver (DST) |
| FIPS | 08123 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.86 |
| Below Poverty | 3.1% ▼ 69% below avg |
| College Grads | 71.1% ▲ 84% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.7% ▼ 25% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 178 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,491 (10.8%) |
| Some College | 1,302 (5.6%) |
| Associates | 2,694 (11.7%) |
| Bachelors | 1,844 (8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 14,576 (63.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $160,590 ▲ 110% above avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $683,600 ▲ 145% above avg ↑ 45% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,718/mo ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 13,163 |
| Vacant Units | 203 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.86 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 13,163 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 203 |
| Owner Occupied | 89.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 11.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.86 |
ZIP code 80516 is located in Erie, Colorado, within Weld County. With a population of 37,107, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.8 years. Economically, 80516 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $160,590 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 80516 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $683,600 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,718 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 89.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 45% since 2019.
The population of 80516 is primarily White (77.31%). Residents are highly educated — 71.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.1%. Household income has grown by 35% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 80516 stands at 3.7%, which is below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 29% — 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 62%.
Overall, ZIP code 80516 in Erie, CO is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 37,107 residents, a median household income of $160,590, and a median home value of $683,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Colorado.