| ZIP Code | 80917 |
|---|---|
| City | Colorado Springs |
| State | Colorado (CO) |
| County | El Paso County |
| Area Code | 719 |
| Elevation | 6,424 ft |
| Latitude | 38.886837 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -104.74047 |
| Timezone | Denver (DST) |
| FIPS | 08041 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.6 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.28 |
| Below Poverty | 9.3% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 47.7% ▲ 23% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.5% ▲ 12% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 377 (1.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,104 (19.2%) |
| Some College | 2,528 (11.8%) |
| Associates | 4,149 (19.4%) |
| Bachelors | 2,737 (12.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,445 (34.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $72,805 ≈ Avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $353,100 ▲ 27% above avg ↑ 53% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,435/mo ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 13,656 |
| Vacant Units | 163 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.28 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 13,656 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 163 |
| Owner Occupied | 59.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 40.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.28 |
ZIP code 80917 is located in Colorado Springs, Colorado, within El Paso County. With a population of 30,988, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.6 years. Economically, 80917 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $72,805 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 80917 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $353,100 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,435 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (59.1%) and renters (40.9%). Median home values have increased by 53% since 2019.
The population of 80917 is primarily White (70.60%). Residents are well-educated — 47.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.3%. Household income has grown by 27% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 80917 stands at 5.5%, which is near the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 75%.
Overall, ZIP code 80917 in Colorado Springs, CO is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 30,988 residents, a median household income of $72,805, and a median home value of $353,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Colorado.