ZIP Code 80401, Colorado
ZIP Code 80401 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 80401 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Jefferson County, Colorado. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 43,811. The land area covers 49.10 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 43,811 | ±1,457 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 38.8 yrs | ±0.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 17,319 | ±548 | 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 | 18,142 | ±576 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 17,319 | ±548 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 823 | ±290 |
| Median Home Value | $804,500 | ±$30,683 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,939 | ±$80 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $118,039 | ±$6,954 |
| Per Capita Income | $65,009 | ±$2,925 |
| Poverty Rate | 9% | ±1.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 3,685 | ±697 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.3% | ±0.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 23,288 | ±969 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 95.5% | ±1.1% |
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 | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | DENVER, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | DENVER, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | 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 | PK-05 | WESTMINSTER, 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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Colorado School of Mines
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College | 2.3 mi away | 1500 Illinois St, Golden, CO, 80401 |
3032733000
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GOLDEN LIBRARY
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Library | 2.6 mi away | 1019 TENTH STREET, GOLDEN, CO, 80401 |
(303) 235-5275
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Red Rocks Community College
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College | 4.5 mi away | 13300 W Sixth Ave, Lakewood, CO, 80228-1255 |
3039146600
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JEFFERSON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 6.8 mi away | 10200 WEST 20TH AVENUE, LAKEWOOD, CO, 80215 |
(303) 235-5275
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Colorado School of Trades
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College | 7.2 mi away | 1575 Hoyt St, Lakewood, CO, 80215-2996 |
30323346972
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LAKEWOOD LIBRARY
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Library | 6.8 mi away | 10200 WEST 20TH AVENUE, LAKEWOOD, CO, 80215 |
(303) 235-5275
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Colorado Christian University
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College | 7.5 mi away | 8787 West Alameda Avenue, Lakewood, CO, 80226 |
3039633000
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WEST ARVADA EXPRESS LIBRARY
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Library | 7.7 mi away | 14455 W. 64TH AVE, UNIT O, ARVADA, CO, 80004 |
(303) 235-5275
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Colorado School of Healing Arts
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College Vocational | 8.3 mi away | 7655 W Mississippi Ste 300, Lakewood, CO, 80226 |
3039862320
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EVERGREEN LIBRARY
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Library | 8.0 mi away | 4990 HIGHWAY 73, EVERGREEN, CO, 80439 |
(303) 235-5275
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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 LAKEWOOD, CO US, located 6.4 miles from ZCTA5 80401. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44.8° | 21.1° | 32.9° | 0.64" | 8.0" |
| February | 45.3° | 21.6° | 33.5° | 0.77" | 8.6" |
| March | 53.4° | 28.6° | 41.0° | 1.33" | 9.2" |
| April | 59.0° | 35.3° | 47.2° | 2.36" | 9.1" |
| May | 67.9° | 44.1° | 56.0° | 2.62" | 1.7" |
| June | 79.8° | 53.5° | 66.7° | 2.06" | 0.0" |
| July | 85.9° | 59.6° | 72.8° | 2.00" | 0.0" |
| August | 83.7° | 57.5° | 70.6° | 1.89" | 0.0" |
| September | 76.2° | 48.6° | 62.4° | 1.38" | 0.3" |
| October | 63.4° | 36.6° | 50.0° | 1.14" | 5.2" |
| November | 52.1° | 27.8° | 40.0° | 0.82" | 9.2" |
| December | 44.6° | 20.0° | 32.3° | 0.53" | 6.7" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden city | City | 2.1 mi | — |
| Genesee CDP | CDP | 2.9 mi | — |
| West Pleasant View CDP | CDP | 3.2 mi | — |
| Idledale CDP | CDP | 3.5 mi | — |
| Applewood CDP | CDP | 3.9 mi | — |
| East Pleasant View CDP | CDP | 4.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 80401. • 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.