| ZIP Code | 81235 |
|---|---|
| City | Lake City |
| State | Colorado (CO) |
| County | Hinsdale County |
| Area Code | 970 |
| Elevation | 11,726 ft |
| Latitude | 37.965061 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -107.405174 |
| Timezone | Denver (DST) |
| FIPS | 08053 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 50.0 yrs ↓ 9% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.97 |
| Below Poverty | 5.0% ▼ 50% below avg |
| College Grads | 53.8% ▲ 39% above avg |
| Unemployment | 1.7% ▼ 66% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 77 (11.2%) |
| Some College | 42 (6.1%) |
| Associates | 198 (28.9%) |
| Bachelors | 43 (6.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 326 (47.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $67,750 ▼ 11% below avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $456,500 ▲ 64% above avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,099/mo ↑ 45% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,008 |
| Vacant Units | 580 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.97 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,008 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 580 |
| Owner Occupied | 78.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 21.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.97 |
ZIP code 81235 is located in Lake City, Colorado, within Hinsdale County. With a population of 845, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 50 years. Economically, 81235 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $67,750 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 81235 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $456,500 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,099 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 78.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 25% since 2019.
The population of 81235 is primarily White (85.44%). Residents are well-educated — 53.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.0%. Household income has grown by 20% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 81235 stands at 1.7%, which is well below the national average. About 17% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 52%.
Overall, ZIP code 81235 in Lake City, CO is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 845 residents, a median household income of $67,750, and a median home value of $456,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Colorado.