| ZIP Code | 80601 |
|---|---|
| City | Brighton |
| State | Colorado (CO) |
| County | Adams County |
| Area Code | 303/720/983 |
| Elevation | 5,050 ft |
| Latitude | 39.962169 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -104.807922 |
| Timezone | Denver (DST) |
| FIPS | 08001 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.7 yrs ↑ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.01 |
| Below Poverty | 8.4% ▼ 16% below avg |
| College Grads | 35.0% ▼ 10% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.5% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 498 (2%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,347 (29.5%) |
| Some College | 4,427 (17.8%) |
| Associates | 3,915 (15.7%) |
| Bachelors | 2,523 (10.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,176 (24.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $99,031 ▲ 30% above avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $471,900 ▲ 69% above avg ↑ 50% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,729/mo ↑ 33% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 13,885 |
| Vacant Units | 480 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.01 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 13,885 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 480 |
| Owner Occupied | 70.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 29.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.01 |
ZIP code 80601 is located in Brighton, Colorado, within Adams County. With a population of 41,301, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.7 years. Economically, 80601 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $99,031 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 80601 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $471,900 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,729 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 70.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 50% since 2019.
The population of 80601 is majority White (52.33%). Residents are moderately educated — 35.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.4%. Household income has grown by 31% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 80601 stands at 4.5%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 75%.
Overall, ZIP code 80601 in Brighton, CO is characterized as middle-income, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 41,301 residents, a median household income of $99,031, and a median home value of $471,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Colorado.