Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.47 |
| Below Poverty | 7.1% ▼ 29% below avg |
| College Grads | 57.8% ▲ 49% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.3% ▼ 54% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 47 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,145 (24.1%) |
| Some College | 375 (7.9%) |
| Associates | 428 (9%) |
| Bachelors | 456 (9.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,300 (48.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $93,349 ▲ 22% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $399,374 ▲ 43% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,612/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 4,033 |
| Vacant Units | 1,074 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Lake County is located in Colorado and encompasses 3 ZIP codes spanning 3 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 7,411 residents. With a median age of 37.32, it is a relatively young county.
Lake County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $93,348 is above the national average. Unemployment stands at 2.3%, well below the national average. The poverty rate of 7.1% is well below the national average.
Housing in Lake County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $399,374 — above the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,612. Homeownership rates are high at 75.6%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Lake County are majority White (57.32%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 57.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Lake County, CO is a middle-income area in Colorado. The 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 80461 | Leadville | 7,049 | $94,274 | $395,100 | $1,612 | 2.4% | 57.1% |
| 81251 | Twin Lakes | 362 | $75,333 | $482,600 | — | 0.0% | 71.9% |