| ZIP Code | 80540 |
|---|---|
| City | Lyons |
| State | Colorado (CO) |
| County | Boulder County |
| Area Code | 303/720/983 |
| Elevation | 7,869 ft |
| Latitude | 40.224619 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -105.400456 |
| Timezone | Denver (DST) |
| FIPS | 08013 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 47.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.32 |
| Below Poverty | 6.3% ▼ 37% below avg |
| College Grads | 69.9% ▲ 80% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.0% ▼ 59% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 16 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 297 (8.8%) |
| Some College | 209 (6.2%) |
| Associates | 498 (14.7%) |
| Bachelors | 327 (9.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,040 (60.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $136,109 ▲ 78% above avg ↑ 34% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $787,800 ▲ 183% above avg ↑ 43% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,016/mo ↑ 42% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,510 |
| Vacant Units | 517 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.32 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,510 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 517 |
| Owner Occupied | 85.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 14.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.32 |
ZIP code 80540 is located in Lyons, Colorado, within Boulder County. With a population of 4,620, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 47.2 years. Economically, 80540 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $136,109 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 80540 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $787,800 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,016 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 85.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 43% since 2019.
The population of 80540 is primarily White (84.42%). Residents are highly educated — 69.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.3%. Household income has grown by 34% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 80540 stands at 2.0%, which is well below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 28% — 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 58%.
Overall, ZIP code 80540 in Lyons, CO is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 4,620 residents, a median household income of $136,109, and a median home value of $787,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Colorado.