| ZIP Code | 81504 |
|---|---|
| City | Grand Junction |
| State | Colorado (CO) |
| County | Mesa County |
| Area Code | 970 |
| Elevation | 4,881 ft |
| Latitude | 39.120298 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -108.488532 |
| Timezone | Denver (DST) |
| FIPS | 08077 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.9 yrs ↓ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.53 |
| Below Poverty | 12.0% ▲ 20% above avg |
| College Grads | 31.5% ▼ 19% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.3% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 154 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,256 (31.3%) |
| Some College | 3,279 (16.4%) |
| Associates | 4,001 (20%) |
| Bachelors | 1,920 (9.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,360 (21.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $67,907 ▼ 11% below avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $290,300 ≈ Avg ↑ 59% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,414/mo ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 13,042 |
| Vacant Units | 431 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.53 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 13,042 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 431 |
| Owner Occupied | 78.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 21.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.53 |
ZIP code 81504 is located in Grand Junction, Colorado, within Mesa County. With a population of 31,949, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.9 years. Economically, 81504 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $67,907 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 81504 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $290,300 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,414 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 78.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 59% since 2019.
The population of 81504 is primarily White (72.89%). Residents are moderately educated — 31.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 12.0%. Household income has grown by 24% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 81504 stands at 5.3%, which is near the national average. About 16% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 74%.
Overall, ZIP code 81504 in Grand Junction, CO is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 31,949 residents, a median household income of $67,907, and a median home value of $290,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Colorado.