| ZIP Code | 81630 |
|---|---|
| City | De Beque |
| State | Colorado (CO) |
| County | Mesa County |
| Area Code | 970 |
| Elevation | 7,038 ft |
| Latitude | 39.45801 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -108.56434 |
| Timezone | Denver (DST) |
| FIPS | 08077 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.90 |
| Below Poverty | 12.0% ▲ 20% above avg |
| College Grads | 31.1% ▼ 20% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.0% ≈ Avg |
| HS Graduate | 244 (39.7%) |
| Some College | 53 (8.6%) |
| Associates | 126 (20.5%) |
| Bachelors | 75 (12.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 116 (18.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $72,344 ≈ Avg ↑ 12% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $276,100 ≈ Avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,275/mo ↑ 37% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 437 |
| Vacant Units | 74 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.90 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 437 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 74 |
| Owner Occupied | 83.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 16.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.90 |
ZIP code 81630 is located in De Beque, Colorado, within Mesa County. With a population of 1,052, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39.5 years. Economically, 81630 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $72,344 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 81630 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $276,100 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,275 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 83.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 28% since 2019.
The population of 81630 is primarily White (79.09%). Residents are moderately educated — 31.1% 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 12% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 81630 stands at 5.0%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 66%.
Overall, ZIP code 81630 in De Beque, CO is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,052 residents, a median household income of $72,344, and a median home value of $276,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Colorado.