| ZIP Code | 80817 |
|---|---|
| City | Fountain |
| State | Colorado (CO) |
| County | El Paso County |
| Area Code | 719 |
| Elevation | 5,644 ft |
| Latitude | 38.588209 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -104.67753 |
| Timezone | Denver (DST) |
| FIPS | 08041 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 31.4 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.80 |
| Below Poverty | 9.0% ▼ 10% below avg |
| College Grads | 46.0% ▲ 19% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.9% ▼ 21% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 197 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,981 (21.2%) |
| Some College | 2,541 (13.6%) |
| Associates | 3,406 (18.2%) |
| Bachelors | 2,460 (13.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,164 (32.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $85,121 ▲ 12% above avg ↑ 33% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $377,300 ▲ 35% above avg ↑ 66% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,758/mo ↑ 25% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 11,649 |
| Vacant Units | 558 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.80 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 11,649 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 558 |
| Owner Occupied | 73.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 27.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.80 |
ZIP code 80817 is located in Fountain, Colorado, within El Paso County. With a population of 31,101, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 31.4 years. Economically, 80817 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $85,121 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 80817 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $377,300 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,758 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 73.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 66% since 2019.
The population of 80817 is majority White (57.33%). Residents are well-educated — 46.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.0%. Household income has grown by 33% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 80817 stands at 3.9%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 82%.
Overall, ZIP code 80817 in Fountain, CO is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 31,101 residents, a median household income of $85,121, and a median home value of $377,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Colorado.