| ZIP Code | 80603 |
|---|---|
| City | Brighton |
| State | Colorado (CO) |
| County | Adams County |
| Area Code | 303/720/983 |
| Elevation | 5,121 ft |
| Latitude | 39.951146 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -104.660237 |
| Timezone | Denver (DST) |
| FIPS | 08123 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.7 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.83 |
| Below Poverty | 5.7% ▼ 43% below avg |
| College Grads | 35.9% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 1.3% ▼ 74% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 308 (3.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,030 (30.4%) |
| Some College | 1,572 (15.8%) |
| Associates | 1,471 (14.8%) |
| Bachelors | 1,386 (13.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,187 (22%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $112,381 ▲ 47% above avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $448,700 ▲ 61% above avg ↑ 36% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,841/mo ↑ 35% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 5,842 |
| Vacant Units | 156 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.83 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 5,842 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 156 |
| Owner Occupied | 89.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 10.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.83 |
ZIP code 80603 is located in Brighton, Colorado, within Adams County. With a population of 16,105, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.7 years. Economically, 80603 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $112,381 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 80603 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $448,700 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,841 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 89.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 36% since 2019.
The population of 80603 is majority White (57.23%). Residents are moderately educated — 35.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.7%. Household income has grown by 28% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 80603 stands at 1.3%, which is well below the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 79%.
Overall, ZIP code 80603 in Brighton, CO is characterized as upper-middle-income, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 16,105 residents, a median household income of $112,381, and a median home value of $448,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Colorado.