ZIP Code 80005, Colorado
ZIP Code 80005 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 80005 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Jefferson County, Colorado. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 28,459. The land area covers 11.71 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 28,459 | ±1,204 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 42.7 yrs | ±1.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 11,217 | ±448 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 11,485 | ±425 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 11,217 | ±448 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 268 | ±126 |
| Median Home Value | $649,800 | ±$11,388 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2,188 | ±$173 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $136,821 | ±$6,202 |
| Per Capita Income | $64,594 | ±$3,238 |
| Poverty Rate | 3.3% | ±1.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 936 | ±342 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.3% | ±1.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 15,691 | ±817 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 97.2% | ±1.3% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 578,533 (2024)
ID: 123711
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ASSISTANT COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
100 JEFFERSON COUNTY PKWY, GOLDEN CO 80419-5550
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | DENVER, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | AURORA, CO | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | DENVER, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | DENVER, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | DENVER, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | DENVER, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | THORNTON, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | WESTMINSTER, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | THORNTON, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | COMMERCE CITY, CO |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology
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College | 4.4 mi away | 10851 W 120th Ave, Broomfield, CO, 80021-3465 |
3034661714
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STANDLEY LAKE LIBRARY
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Library | 1.1 mi away | 8485 KIPLING STREET, ARVADA, CO, 80005 |
(303) 235-5275
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Front Range Community College
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College | 6.0 mi away | 3645 W 112th Ave, Westminster, CO, 80031 |
3034045000
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WEST ARVADA EXPRESS LIBRARY
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Library | 3.1 mi away | 14455 W. 64TH AVE, UNIT O, ARVADA, CO, 80004 |
(303) 235-5275
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Regis University
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College | 6.9 mi away | 3333 Regis Blvd, Denver, CO, 80221-1099 |
80038823662111
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ARVADA LIBRARY
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Library | 4.5 mi away | 7525 WEST 57TH AVENUE, ARVADA, CO, 80002 |
(303) 235-5275
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Pima Medical Institute-Denver
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College | 7.0 mi away | 7475 Dakin St. Suite 100, Denver, CO, 80221 |
3034261800
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BROOMFIELD/EISENHOWER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.6 mi away | 3 COMMUNITY PARK ROAD, BROOMFIELD, CO, 80020 |
(720) 887-2300
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Colorado School of Trades
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College | 7.7 mi away | 1575 Hoyt St, Lakewood, CO, 80215-2996 |
30323346972
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IRVING STREET LIBRARY
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Library | 5.6 mi away | 7392 IRVING ST, WESTMINSTER, CO, 80030 |
(303) 658-2400
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at WHEAT RIDGE 2, CO US, located 5.4 miles from ZCTA5 80005. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 47.2° | 17.1° | 32.2° | 0.64" | 9.6" |
| February | 48.3° | 18.3° | 33.3° | 0.78" | 11.9" |
| March | 56.6° | 25.9° | 41.2° | 1.48" | 12.9" |
| April | 61.9° | 33.0° | 47.5° | 2.31" | 12.1" |
| May | 70.9° | 42.5° | 56.7° | 2.65" | 2.2" |
| June | 82.5° | 51.1° | 66.8° | 1.67" | 0.0" |
| July | 88.2° | 56.8° | 72.5° | 1.88" | 0.0" |
| August | 86.3° | 54.5° | 70.4° | 1.60" | 0.0" |
| September | 79.0° | 45.2° | 62.1° | 1.34" | 1.0" |
| October | 66.0° | 33.6° | 49.8° | 1.22" | 5.9" |
| November | 54.8° | 23.9° | 39.4° | 0.92" | 10.0" |
| December | 46.6° | 16.7° | 31.6° | 0.62" | 9.9" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arvada city | City | 1.6 mi | — |
| Westminster city | City | 4.2 mi | — |
| Fairmount CDP | CDP | 4.6 mi | — |
| Shaw Heights CDP | CDP | 4.9 mi | — |
| Wheat Ridge city | City | 5.6 mi | — |
| Superior town | Town | 5.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 80005. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.