| ZIP Code | 81131 |
|---|---|
| City | Crestone |
| State | Colorado (CO) |
| County | Saguache County |
| Area Code | 719 |
| Elevation | 8,114 ft |
| Latitude | 37.865412 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -105.679141 |
| Timezone | Denver (DST) |
| FIPS | 08109 |
| ZIP Type | PO Box |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 65.7 yrs ↑ 11% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.59 |
| Below Poverty | 16.8% ▲ 68% above avg |
| College Grads | 55.5% ▲ 43% above avg |
| Unemployment | 1.4% ▼ 71% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 31 (3.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 190 (19.4%) |
| Some College | 35 (3.6%) |
| Associates | 180 (18.4%) |
| Bachelors | 38 (3.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 505 (51.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $60,625 ▼ 21% below avg ↑ 147% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $345,500 ▲ 24% above avg ↑ 74% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,259/mo ↑ 63% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 794 |
| Vacant Units | 128 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.59 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 794 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 128 |
| Owner Occupied | 83.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 16.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.59 |
ZIP code 81131 is located in Crestone, Colorado, within Saguache County. With a population of 1,059, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 65.7 years. Economically, 81131 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $60,625 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 81131 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $345,500 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,259 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 83.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 74% since 2019.
The population of 81131 is primarily White (92.07%). Residents are well-educated — 55.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 16.8%. Household income has grown by 147% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 81131 stands at 1.4%, which is well below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 36% — 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 45%.
Overall, ZIP code 81131 in Crestone, CO is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,059 residents, a median household income of $60,625, and a median home value of $345,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Colorado.