| ZIP Code | 80921 |
|---|---|
| City | Colorado Springs |
| State | Colorado (CO) |
| County | El Paso County |
| Area Code | 719 |
| Elevation | 7,037 ft |
| Latitude | 39.060887 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -104.819136 |
| Timezone | Denver (DST) |
| FIPS | 08041 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.2 yrs ↑ 9% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.55 |
| Below Poverty | 3.1% ▼ 69% below avg |
| College Grads | 72.3% ▲ 87% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.5% ▼ 29% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 100 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,302 (7.8%) |
| Some College | 1,346 (8%) |
| Associates | 1,885 (11.3%) |
| Bachelors | 1,541 (9.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 10,557 (63.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $143,996 ▲ 89% above avg ↑ 16% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $647,600 ▲ 132% above avg ↑ 46% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,212/mo ↑ 41% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 10,412 |
| Vacant Units | 548 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.55 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 10,412 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 548 |
| Owner Occupied | 77.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 22.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.55 |
ZIP code 80921 is located in Colorado Springs, Colorado, within El Paso County. With a population of 25,207, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45.2 years. Economically, 80921 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $143,996 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 80921 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $647,600 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,212 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 77.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 46% since 2019.
The population of 80921 is primarily White (78.21%). Residents are highly educated — 72.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.1%. Household income has grown by 16% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 80921 stands at 3.5%, which is 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 67%.
Overall, ZIP code 80921 in Colorado Springs, CO is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 25,207 residents, a median household income of $143,996, and a median home value of $647,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Colorado.