| ZIP Code | 81252 |
|---|---|
| City | Westcliffe |
| State | Colorado (CO) |
| County | Custer County |
| Area Code | 719 |
| Elevation | 8,025 ft |
| Latitude | 38.110643 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -105.427521 |
| Timezone | Denver (DST) |
| FIPS | 08027 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 58.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.04 |
| Below Poverty | 9.6% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 49.5% ▲ 28% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.6% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 10 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 684 (20%) |
| Some College | 307 (9%) |
| Associates | 722 (21.1%) |
| Bachelors | 401 (11.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,290 (37.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $70,825 ≈ Avg ↑ 46% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $362,200 ▲ 30% above avg ↑ 47% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $933/mo ↑ 53% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 3,886 |
| Vacant Units | 1,736 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.04 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 3,886 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,736 |
| Owner Occupied | 87.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 12.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.04 |
ZIP code 81252 is located in Westcliffe, Colorado, within Custer County. With a population of 4,413, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 58.3 years. Economically, 81252 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $70,825 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 81252 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $362,200 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $933 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 87.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 47% since 2019.
The population of 81252 is primarily White (93.04%). Residents are well-educated — 49.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.6%. Household income has grown by 46% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 81252 stands at 4.6%, which is near the national average. About 21% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 63%.
Overall, ZIP code 81252 in Westcliffe, CO is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 4,413 residents, a median household income of $70,825, and a median home value of $362,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Colorado.