ZIP Code 80212, Colorado
ZIP Code 80212 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 80212 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Adams County / Denver County / Jefferson County, Colorado. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 20,746. The land area covers 3.56 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 20,746 | ±1,159 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 38.1 yrs | ±1.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 10,212 | ±683 | 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 | 10,735 | ±705 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 10,212 | ±683 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 523 | ±250 |
| Median Home Value | $744,500 | ±$47,047 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,799 | ±$132 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $124,972 | ±$11,601 |
| Per Capita Income | $82,860 | ±$5,828 |
| Poverty Rate | 9.4% | ±2.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,951 | ±556 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.7% | ±1.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 13,216 | ±945 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 93.6% | ±2.6% |
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: 542,973 (2024)
ID: 161306
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: SENIOR ACCOUNTANT
4430 SOUTH ADAMS COUNTY PARKWAY, SUITE C4000A, BRIGHTON CO 80601
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | BRIGHTON, CO | |
| 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-06 | DENVER, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | DENVER, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | THORNTON, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | AURORA, 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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Regis University
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College | 1.4 mi away | 3333 Regis Blvd, Denver, CO, 80221-1099 |
80038823662111
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SMILEY BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 0.6 mi away | 4501 WEST 46TH AVENUE, DENVER, CO, 80212 |
(303) 477-3622
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National Institute for Medical Assistant Advancement (NIMAA)
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College Vocational | 2.2 mi away | 1525 Raleigh Street Suite 260, Denver, CO, 80204 |
7207109050
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WHEAT RIDGE LIBRARY
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Library | 0.8 mi away | 5475 WEST 32ND AVENUE, WHEAT RIDGE, CO, 80212 |
(303) 235-5275
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Rocky Mountain College of Art and Design
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College | 2.3 mi away | 1600 Pierce St, Lakewood, CO, 80214 |
3037536046
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WOODBURY BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 1.4 mi away | 3265 FEDERAL BOULEVARD, DENVER, CO, 80211 |
(303) 455-3930
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Metropolitan State University of Denver
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College | 3.0 mi away | Speer Blvd and Colfax Ave, Denver, CO, 80217-3362 |
3035563058
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EDGEWATER LIBRARY
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Library | 2.0 mi away | 1800 HARLAN ST, EDGEWATER, CO, 80214 |
(303) 235-5275
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Denver College of Nursing
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College | 3.1 mi away | 1401 19th St, Denver, CO, 80202 |
3032920015
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RODOLFO CORKY GONZALES BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 2.4 mi away | 1498 N. IRVING STREET, DENVER, CO, 80204 |
(720) 865-2370
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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 WATER DEPT, CO US, located 3.6 miles from ZCTA5 80212. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48.5° | 21.3° | 34.9° | 0.43" | 5.5" |
| February | 49.0° | 21.7° | 35.4° | 0.60" | 8.4" |
| March | 57.9° | 29.6° | 43.7° | 1.13" | 9.2" |
| April | 64.1° | 36.2° | 50.1° | 1.98" | 5.0" |
| May | 73.0° | 45.9° | 59.4° | 2.65" | 0.9" |
| June | 85.3° | 55.8° | 70.6° | 1.73" | 0.0" |
| July | 91.4° | 61.8° | 76.6° | 1.90" | 0.0" |
| August | 89.6° | 60.1° | 74.8° | 1.81" | 0.0" |
| September | 81.6° | 50.7° | 66.2° | 1.20" | 0.0" |
| October | 67.6° | 37.7° | 52.6° | 1.16" | 2.5" |
| November | 55.9° | 27.6° | 41.7° | 0.78" | 4.4" |
| December | 47.3° | 20.6° | 34.0° | 0.48" | 4.8" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain View town | Town | 0.5 mi | — |
| Lakeside town | Town | 0.7 mi | — |
| Edgewater city | City | 1.7 mi | — |
| Berkley CDP | CDP | 2.6 mi | — |
| Wheat Ridge city | City | 3.0 mi | — |
| Twin Lakes CDP | CDP | 4.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 80212. • 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.