| ZIP Code | 81133 |
|---|---|
| City | Fort Garland |
| State | Colorado (CO) |
| County | Costilla County |
| Area Code | 719 |
| Elevation | 8,117 ft |
| Latitude | 37.45001 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -105.32842 |
| Timezone | Denver (DST) |
| FIPS | 08023 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 53.4 yrs ↓ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.17 |
| Below Poverty | 24.3% ▲ 143% above avg |
| College Grads | 49.2% ▲ 27% above avg |
| Unemployment | 1.4% ▼ 71% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 160 (22%) |
| Some College | 53 (7.3%) |
| Associates | 156 (21.5%) |
| Bachelors | 60 (8.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 297 (40.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $55,179 ▼ 28% below avg ↑ 41% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $258,500 ≈ Avg ↑ 56% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $881/mo ↑ 43% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 765 |
| Vacant Units | 278 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.17 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 765 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 278 |
| Owner Occupied | 88.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 11.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.17 |
ZIP code 81133 is located in Fort Garland, Colorado, within Costilla County. With a population of 1,056, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 53.4 years. Economically, 81133 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $55,179 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 81133 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $258,500 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $881 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 88.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 56% since 2019.
The population of 81133 is majority White (53.50%). Residents are well-educated — 49.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 24.3%. Household income has grown by 41% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 81133 stands at 1.4%, which is well below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 33% — 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 61%.
Overall, ZIP code 81133 in Fort Garland, CO is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,056 residents, a median household income of $55,179, and a median home value of $258,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Colorado.