ZIP Code 80238, Colorado
ZIP Code 80238 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 80238 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Denver County, Colorado. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 30,575. The land area covers 6.79 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 30,575 | ±1,592 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 36 yrs | ±1.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 11,625 | ±497 | 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 | 12,428 | ±541 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 11,625 | ±497 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 803 | ±327 |
| Median Home Value | $832,200 | ±$23,416 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2,176 | ±$156 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $180,940 | ±$16,813 |
| Per Capita Income | $84,484 | ±$5,870 |
| Poverty Rate | 4% | ±1.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,198 | ±465 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.1% | ±1.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 16,736 | ±951 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 97.2% | ±2.1% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
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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Lincoln College of Technology-Denver
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College | 1.3 mi away | 11194 E 45th Ave, Denver, CO, 80239 |
303722572443000
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SAM GARY BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 1.7 mi away | 2961 ROSLYN ST., DENVER, CO, 80238 |
(720) 865-0325
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University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus
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College | 3.2 mi away | 1380 Lawrence Street, Lawrence Street Center, Suite 1400, Denver, CO, 80217-3364 |
3035565600
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MONTBELLO BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 2.1 mi away | 12955 ALBROOK DRIVE, DENVER, CO, 80239 |
(303) 373-0767
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Montessori Education Center of the Rockies
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College | 3.5 mi away | 3975 Martin Luther King Blvd., Denver, CO, 80205 |
3034943002
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PAULINE ROBINSON BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 2.5 mi away | 5575 E 33RD AVE, DENVER, CO, 80207 |
(303) 331-4062
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Concorde Career College-Aurora
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College | 4.1 mi away | 111 N. Havana Street, Aurora, CO, 80010-4314 |
3038611151
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MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. LIBRARY
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Library | 2.6 mi away | 9898 EAST COLFAX, AURORA, CO, 80010 |
(303) 739-1940
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Colorado Chinese Medicine University
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College | 5.0 mi away | 1441 York St Ste 302, Denver, CO, 80206 |
3033296355
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HOFFMAN HEIGHTS LIBRARY
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Library | 3.3 mi away | 1298 PEORIA ST., AURORA, CO, 80011 |
(303) 739-1572
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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-STAPLETON, CO US, located 1.1 miles from ZCTA5 80238. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46.5° | 17.6° | 32.1° | 0.46" | 6.4" |
| February | 47.5° | 19.3° | 33.4° | 0.53" | 7.6" |
| March | 56.4° | 27.1° | 41.8° | 1.12" | 8.8" |
| April | 62.5° | 33.7° | 48.1° | 1.67" | 6.2" |
| May | 71.7° | 43.4° | 57.6° | 2.29" | 1.4" |
| June | 84.1° | 52.9° | 68.5° | 1.68" | 0.0" |
| July | 90.2° | 59.3° | 74.8° | 2.12" | 0.0" |
| August | 87.9° | 57.2° | 72.5° | 1.83" | 0.0" |
| September | 80.1° | 48.2° | 64.2° | 1.51" | 0.8" |
| October | 66.7° | 35.7° | 51.2° | 0.98" | 3.9" |
| November | 54.8° | 25.5° | 40.2° | 0.70" | 7.3" |
| December | 45.9° | 17.7° | 31.8° | 0.47" | 6.6" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Denver city | City | 1.1 mi | — |
| Derby CDP | CDP | 4.8 mi | — |
| North Washington CDP | CDP | 5.7 mi | — |
| Glendale city | City | 5.9 mi | — |
| Welby CDP | CDP | 6.3 mi | — |
| Four Square Mile CDP | CDP | 6.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 80238. • 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.