US ZIP Code
80526

Fort Collins, CO

Larimer County  ·  Colorado

● Active
👥 44,423 Population ↓ 4% since 2019
💰 $89,098 Median HH Income
▲ 17% above avg ↑ 32% since 2019
🎂 33.1 Median Age ↑ 4% since 2019
🏠 $520,500 Median Home Value
▲ 87% above avg ↑ 48% since 2019
🎓 64.9% College Grads
▲ 67% above avg
📊 4.1% Unemployment
▼ 17% below avg ↓ 22% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code80526
CityFort Collins
StateColorado (CO)
CountyLarimer County
Area Code748/970
Elevation5,640 ft
Latitude40.52219
Longitude-105.129441
TimezoneDenver (DST)
FIPS08069
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 50.0% (22,220) Female 50.0% (22,203) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 80.5%Hispanic: 11.5%Black: 0.8%Asian: 2.1%Other: 4.4%Race
White80.5%
Hispanic11.5%
Black0.8%
Asian2.1%
Other4.4%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
4%
5–17
15%
18–24
15%
25–44
32%
45–64
21%
65+
6%

Key Indicators

Median Age33.1 yrs ↑ 4% since 2019
Avg Household Size2.34
Below Poverty13.1% ▲ 31% above avg
College Grads64.9% ▲ 67% above avg
Unemployment4.1% ▼ 17% below avg
No HS Diploma76 (0.3%)
HS Graduate3,784 (13.5%)
Some College2,068 (7.4%)
Associates3,917 (14%)
Bachelors2,459 (8.8%)
Graduate Degree15,732 (56.1%)

Education

No HS: 0.3%HS Grad: 13.5%Some College: 7.4%Associates: 14%Bachelors: 8.8%Graduate: 56.1%Edu
No HS0.3%
HS Grad13.5%
Some College7.4%
Associates14.0%
Bachelors8.8%
Graduate56.1%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 57.4%Renter: 42.6%Tenure
Owner57.4%
Renter42.6%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
3%
$50k–100k
2%
$100k–150k
1%
$150k–200k
0%
$200k–300k
4%
$300k–500k
37%
Over $500k
53%

Financials

Median HH Income$89,098 ▲ 17% above avg ↑ 32% since 2019
Median Home Value$520,500 ▲ 87% above avg ↑ 48% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio5.8x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$1,641/mo ↑ 27% since 2019
Total Units19,463
Vacant Units551
Avg HH Size2.34

Income Distribution

Under $25k
15%
$25k–50k
13%
$50k–75k
13%
$75k–100k
14%
$100k–150k
22%
$150k–200k
11%
Over $200k
12%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
75%
Public Transit
1%
Walked
2%
Work From Home
21%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
31%
15–30 min
46%
30–45 min
12%
Over 45 min
11%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
0%
1940s–1950s
4%
1960s–1970s
24%
1980s–1990s
20%
2000+
52%

Summary

Total Units19,463
Vacant551
Owner Occupied57.4%
Renter Occupied42.6%
Avg HH Size2.34
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 80526 is in Fort Collins, CO, in Larimer County.
ZIP code 80526 is located in Colorado (CO).
ZIP code 80526 is in Larimer County, CO.
ZIP 80526 observes the Denver timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 80526 is 44,423 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 80526 is $89,098 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 80526 is $520,500 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 80526

ZIP code 80526 is located in Fort Collins, Colorado, within Larimer County. With a population of 44,423, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 33.1 years. Economically, 80526 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $89,098 is above the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 80526 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $520,500 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,641 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (57.4%) and renters (42.6%). Median home values have increased by 48% since 2019.

The population of 80526 is primarily White (80.45%). Residents are highly educated — 64.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 13.1%. Household income has grown by 32% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 80526 stands at 4.1%, which is below the national average. About 19% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 67%.

Overall, ZIP code 80526 in Fort Collins, CO is characterized as middle-income, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 44,423 residents, a median household income of $89,098, and a median home value of $520,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Colorado.