| ZIP Code | 80526 |
|---|---|
| City | Fort Collins |
| State | Colorado (CO) |
| County | Larimer County |
| Area Code | 748/970 |
| Elevation | 5,640 ft |
| Latitude | 40.52219 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -105.129441 |
| Timezone | Denver (DST) |
| FIPS | 08069 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 33.1 yrs ↑ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.34 |
| Below Poverty | 13.1% ▲ 31% above avg |
| College Grads | 64.9% ▲ 67% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.1% ▼ 17% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 76 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,784 (13.5%) |
| Some College | 2,068 (7.4%) |
| Associates | 3,917 (14%) |
| Bachelors | 2,459 (8.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 15,732 (56.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
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 Ratio | 5.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,641/mo ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 19,463 |
| Vacant Units | 551 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.34 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 19,463 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 551 |
| Owner Occupied | 57.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 42.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.34 |
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.