| ZIP Code | 81147 |
|---|---|
| City | Pagosa Springs |
| State | Colorado (CO) |
| County | Archuleta County |
| Area Code | 970 |
| Elevation | 7,448 ft |
| Latitude | 37.286627 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -107.085416 |
| Timezone | Denver (DST) |
| FIPS | 08007 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 52.0 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.29 |
| Below Poverty | 6.7% ▼ 33% below avg |
| College Grads | 48.1% ▲ 24% above avg |
| Unemployment | 1.8% ▼ 63% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 8 (0.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,250 (23%) |
| Some College | 809 (8.3%) |
| Associates | 2,016 (20.6%) |
| Bachelors | 536 (5.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,180 (42.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $78,949 ≈ Avg ↑ 52% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $458,100 ▲ 64% above avg ↑ 45% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,428/mo ↑ 48% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 9,258 |
| Vacant Units | 3,680 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.29 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 9,258 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 3,680 |
| Owner Occupied | 77.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 22.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.29 |
ZIP code 81147 is located in Pagosa Springs, Colorado, within Archuleta County. With a population of 12,923, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 52 years. Economically, 81147 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $78,949 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 81147 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $458,100 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,428 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 77.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 45% since 2019.
The population of 81147 is primarily White (78.19%). Residents are well-educated — 48.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.7%. Household income has grown by 52% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 81147 stands at 1.8%, which is well below the national average. About 16% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 64%.
Overall, ZIP code 81147 in Pagosa Springs, CO is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 12,923 residents, a median household income of $78,949, and a median home value of $458,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Colorado.