| ZIP Code | 81507 |
|---|---|
| City | Grand Junction |
| State | Colorado (CO) |
| County | Mesa County |
| Area Code | 970 |
| Elevation | 4,840 ft |
| Latitude | 39.009885 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -108.651873 |
| Timezone | Denver (DST) |
| FIPS | 08077 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 51.6 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.38 |
| Below Poverty | 6.2% ▼ 38% below avg |
| College Grads | 63.2% ▲ 63% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.9% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 10 (0.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,799 (15.5%) |
| Some College | 940 (8.1%) |
| Associates | 1,529 (13.2%) |
| Bachelors | 1,011 (8.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,334 (54.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $106,039 ▲ 39% above avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $491,300 ▲ 76% above avg ↑ 46% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,580/mo ↑ 19% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,256 |
| Vacant Units | 514 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.38 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,256 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 514 |
| Owner Occupied | 90.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 9.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.38 |
ZIP code 81507 is located in Grand Junction, Colorado, within Mesa County. With a population of 16,093, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 51.6 years. Economically, 81507 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $106,039 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 81507 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $491,300 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,580 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 90.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 46% since 2019.
The population of 81507 is primarily White (87.58%). Residents are highly educated — 63.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.2%. Household income has grown by 25% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 81507 stands at 4.9%, which is near the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 78%.
Overall, ZIP code 81507 in Grand Junction, CO is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 16,093 residents, a median household income of $106,039, and a median home value of $491,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Colorado.