| ZIP Code | 81428 |
|---|---|
| City | Paonia |
| State | Colorado (CO) |
| County | Delta County |
| Area Code | 970 |
| Elevation | 9,880 ft |
| Latitude | 38.962987 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -107.599578 |
| Timezone | Denver (DST) |
| FIPS | 08029 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 50.6 yrs ↓ 7% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.12 |
| Below Poverty | 11.4% ▲ 14% above avg |
| College Grads | 46.5% ▲ 20% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.0% ▼ 58% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 24 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 632 (22.4%) |
| Some College | 447 (15.8%) |
| Associates | 407 (14.4%) |
| Bachelors | 179 (6.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,134 (40.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $76,964 ≈ Avg ↑ 53% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $371,400 ▲ 33% above avg ↑ 56% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,007/mo ↑ 31% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,150 |
| Vacant Units | 401 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.12 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,150 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 401 |
| Owner Occupied | 79.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 20.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.12 |
ZIP code 81428 is located in Paonia, Colorado, within Delta County. With a population of 3,767, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 50.6 years. Economically, 81428 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $76,964 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 81428 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $371,400 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,007 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 79.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 56% since 2019.
The population of 81428 is primarily White (87.23%). Residents are well-educated — 46.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 11.4%. Household income has grown by 53% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 81428 stands at 2.0%, which is well below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 28% — 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 63%.
Overall, ZIP code 81428 in Paonia, CO is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 3,767 residents, a median household income of $76,964, and a median home value of $371,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Colorado.