Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 1.53 |
| Below Poverty | 8.3% ▼ 17% below avg |
| College Grads | 52.1% ▲ 35% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.0% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 5,222 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 82,655 (17.8%) |
| Some College | 55,461 (11.9%) |
| Associates | 76,624 (16.5%) |
| Bachelors | 53,383 (11.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 190,802 (41.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $92,967 ▲ 22% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $441,793 ▲ 58% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,716/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 296,033 |
| Vacant Units | 13,659 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
El Paso County is located in Colorado and encompasses 66 ZIP codes spanning 13 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 733,919 residents. With a median age of 36.04, it is a relatively young county.
El Paso County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $92,967 is above the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.0%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 8.3% is near the national average.
Housing in El Paso County is a premium housing market, with a median home value of $441,793 — significantly above the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,715. Homeownership rates are high at 66.6%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of El Paso County are majority White (66.38%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 52.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
El Paso County, CO is a middle-income area in Colorado. The 66 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 80808 | Calhan | 6,670 | $72,891 | $328,300 | $970 | 3.9% | 32.6% |
| 80809 | Cascade | 892 | $81,210 | $496,000 | $1,969 | 15.6% | 52.3% |
| 80902 | Colorado Springs | 11,917 | $65,255 | — | $2,052 | 1.3% | 48.8% |
| 80903 | Colorado Springs | 17,045 | $59,292 | $420,000 | $1,221 | 5.4% | 47.1% |
| 80904 | Colorado Springs | 21,369 | $69,566 | $413,400 | $1,417 | 3.9% | 55.4% |
| 80905 | Colorado Springs | 17,269 | $64,496 | $349,500 | $1,449 | 8.2% | 49.7% |
| 80906 | Colorado Springs | 37,403 | $88,047 | $543,400 | $1,634 | 5.0% | 57.3% |
| 80907 | Colorado Springs | 27,135 | $71,393 | $371,200 | $1,392 | 5.5% | 51.6% |
| 80908 | Colorado Springs | 23,358 | $136,117 | $673,900 | $1,460 | 4.7% | 65.4% |
| 80909 | Colorado Springs | 36,171 | $61,777 | $352,400 | $1,227 | 6.0% | 41.0% |
| 80910 | Colorado Springs | 31,840 | $56,681 | $276,900 | $1,299 | 6.9% | 38.4% |
| 80911 | Colorado Springs | 34,296 | $78,105 | $348,900 | $1,643 | 6.2% | 37.8% |
| 80915 | Colorado Springs | 23,570 | $67,761 | $328,200 | $1,424 | 5.7% | 37.4% |
| 80916 | Colorado Springs | 40,579 | $63,399 | $289,500 | $1,505 | 8.5% | 32.9% |
| 80917 | Colorado Springs | 30,988 | $72,805 | $353,100 | $1,435 | 5.5% | 47.7% |
| 80918 | Colorado Springs | 48,291 | $82,743 | $414,400 | $1,572 | 6.0% | 49.2% |
| 80919 | Colorado Springs | 27,539 | $116,316 | $570,200 | $1,800 | 3.8% | 69.6% |
| 80920 | Colorado Springs | 38,154 | $111,233 | $484,900 | $1,955 | 4.8% | 63.2% |
| 80921 | Colorado Springs | 25,207 | $143,996 | $647,600 | $2,212 | 3.5% | 72.3% |
| 80922 | Colorado Springs | 30,388 | $107,457 | $407,000 | $1,952 | 3.2% | 52.0% |
| 80923 | Colorado Springs | 32,333 | $103,556 | $448,800 | $1,997 | 3.9% | 61.3% |
| 80924 | Colorado Springs | 17,043 | $137,838 | $621,700 | $2,131 | 2.5% | 78.4% |
| 80925 | Colorado Springs | 17,016 | $107,955 | $441,100 | $2,260 | 3.1% | 57.7% |
| 80926 | Colorado Springs | 1,706 | $138,950 | $579,100 | $780 | 7.4% | 49.9% |
| 80927 | Colorado Springs | 6,957 | $141,154 | $530,300 | $3,109 | 1.8% | 69.1% |
| 80928 | Colorado Springs | 691 | $115,833 | $355,000 | $2,295 | 6.9% | 42.2% |
| 80930 | Colorado Springs | 1,692 | $77,039 | $325,800 | $2,013 | 3.0% | 42.4% |
| 80938 | Colorado Springs | 1,345 | $82,105 | $487,900 | — | 2.1% | 61.1% |
| 80951 | Colorado Springs | 4,669 | $88,899 | $384,200 | $2,108 | 10.6% | 44.1% |
| 80817 | Fountain | 31,101 | $85,121 | $377,300 | $1,758 | 3.9% | 46.0% |
| 80819 | Green Mountain Falls | 882 | $104,911 | $429,700 | $1,618 | 0.2% | 53.9% |
| 80829 | Manitou Springs | 5,574 | $85,341 | $567,000 | $1,175 | 10.4% | 55.8% |
| 80132 | Monument | 29,379 | $155,176 | $700,900 | $2,134 | 5.2% | 67.5% |
| 80133 | Palmer Lake | 2,480 | $122,941 | $452,500 | $1,913 | 6.7% | 56.3% |
| 80831 | Peyton | 33,287 | $128,900 | $495,800 | $2,388 | 4.1% | 57.5% |
| 80832 | Ramah | 987 | $74,125 | $391,000 | $1,313 | 0.9% | 39.4% |
| 80833 | Rush | 1,107 | $39,414 | $194,000 | $900 | 2.9% | 42.7% |
| 80840 | Usaf Academy | 6,701 | $93,889 | — | $2,223 | 0.4% | 44.1% |
| 80864 | Yoder | 1,411 | $64,519 | $300,000 | $1,389 | 6.7% | 29.9% |