ZIP Code 80126, Colorado
ZIP Code 80126 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 80126 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Douglas County, Colorado. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 44,882. The land area covers 10.82 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 44,882 | ±1,604 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 41.7 yrs | ±0.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 16,058 | ±547 | 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 | 16,461 | ±519 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 16,058 | ±547 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 403 | ±168 |
| Median Home Value | $782,000 | ±$21,469 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2,550 | ±$194 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $169,882 | ±$7,306 |
| Per Capita Income | $74,165 | ±$2,724 |
| Poverty Rate | 2.7% | ±0.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,204 | ±379 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.2% | ±1.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 24,248 | ±1,136 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 99% | ±4.8% |
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: 393,995 (2024)
ID: 207615
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ACCOUNTING MANAGER
100 3RD ST, CASTLE ROCK CO 80104
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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 | PK-08 | AURORA, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | DENVER, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | CASTLE ROCK, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | AURORA, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | LITTLETON, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | LAKEWOOD, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | LAKEWOOD, 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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Denver Seminary
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College | 5.1 mi away | 6399 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton, CO, 80120 |
3037612482
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HIGHLANDS RANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 1.8 mi away | 9292 RIDGELINE BLVD, HIGHLANDS RANCH, CO, 80129 |
(303) 791-7323
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Arapahoe Community College
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College | 5.4 mi away | 5900 S. Santa Fe Dr., Littleton, CO, 80160-9002 |
3037974222
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SOUTHGLENN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.3 mi away | 6972 SOUTH VINE STREET, CENTENNIAL, CO, 80122 |
(303) 542-7279
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Platt College-Aurora
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College | 6.0 mi away | 5660 Greenwood Plaza Blvd Suite 100 N, Greenwood Village, CO, 80111 |
3033695151
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LONE TREE LIBRARY
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Library | 4.5 mi away | 10055 LIBRARY WAY, LONE TREE, CO, 80124 |
(303) 799-4446
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Colorado Media School
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College Vocational | 7.4 mi away | 4380 S. Syracuse St. Suite 400, Denver, CO, 80237 |
3039377070
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LITTLETON/BEMIS LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 5.0 mi away | 6014 S. DATURA ST., LITTLETON, CO, 80120 |
(303) 795-3961
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Rocky Vista University
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College | 8.1 mi away | 8401 S Chambers Road, Parker, CO, 80112 |
3033732008
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LITTLETON/BEMIS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.0 mi away | 6014 S. DATURA ST., LITTLETON, CO, 80120 |
(303) 795-3961
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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 DENVER CENTENNIAL AP, CO US, located 6.4 miles from ZCTA5 80126. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44.6° | 19.0° | 31.8° | 0.41" | — |
| February | 45.7° | 20.3° | 33.0° | 0.43" | — |
| March | 54.3° | 27.3° | 40.8° | 1.04" | — |
| April | 59.8° | 33.7° | 46.7° | 1.94" | — |
| May | 68.7° | 42.7° | 55.7° | 2.04" | — |
| June | 81.2° | 52.2° | 66.7° | 1.98" | — |
| July | 87.3° | 58.6° | 72.9° | 1.76" | — |
| August | 84.5° | 57.0° | 70.8° | 2.25" | — |
| September | 77.1° | 48.6° | 62.8° | 1.29" | — |
| October | 63.9° | 36.1° | 50.0° | 1.00" | — |
| November | 52.4° | 26.2° | 39.3° | 0.53" | — |
| December | 44.0° | 18.8° | 31.4° | 0.35" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highlands Ranch CDP | CDP | 0.4 mi | — |
| Acres Green CDP | CDP | 3.7 mi | — |
| Littleton city | City | 4.5 mi | — |
| Louviers CDP | CDP | 4.8 mi | — |
| Lone Tree city | City | 5.0 mi | — |
| Columbine Valley town | Town | 5.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 80126. • 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.