| ZIP Code | 81091 |
|---|---|
| City | Weston |
| State | Colorado (CO) |
| County | Las Animas County |
| Area Code | 719 |
| Elevation | 7,476 ft |
| Latitude | 37.14909 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -104.964703 |
| Timezone | Denver (DST) |
| FIPS | 08071 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 46.1 yrs ↓ 16% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.33 |
| Below Poverty | 30.2% ▲ 202% above avg |
| College Grads | 42.9% ▲ 11% above avg |
| Unemployment | 7.8% ▲ 59% above avg |
| HS Graduate | 166 (23.5%) |
| Some College | 91 (12.9%) |
| Associates | 147 (20.8%) |
| Bachelors | 91 (12.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 212 (30%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $49,722 ▼ 35% below avg ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $301,900 ▲ 8% above avg ↑ 44% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $670/mo ↓ 37% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 744 |
| Vacant Units | 228 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.33 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 744 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 228 |
| Owner Occupied | 75.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 24.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.33 |
ZIP code 81091 is located in Weston, Colorado, within Las Animas County. With a population of 1,201, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 46.1 years. Economically, 81091 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $49,722 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 81091 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $301,900 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $670 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 75.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 44% since 2019.
The population of 81091 is majority White (54.95%). Residents are well-educated — 42.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 30.2%. Household income has declined by 3% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 81091 stands at 7.8%, which is significantly above the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 70%.
Overall, ZIP code 81091 in Weston, CO is characterized as working-class, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,201 residents, a median household income of $49,722, and a median home value of $301,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Colorado.