ZIP Code 80438, Colorado
ZIP Code 80438 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 80438 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Clear Creek County, Colorado. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 970. The land area covers 55.53 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 970 | ±201 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 44.8 yrs | ±5.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 542 | ±128 | 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 | 599 | ±127 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 542 | ±128 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 57 | ±41 |
| Median Home Value | $355,600 | ±$78,007 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,444 | ±$254 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $67,034 | ±$14,716 |
| Per Capita Income | $42,880 | ±$7,596 |
| Poverty Rate | 8.8% | ±4.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 85 | ±45 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.3% | ±3.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 577 | ±171 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 81% | ±11.5% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
|
GUS Population: 9,076 (2024)
ID: 101357
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COMMISSIONER
PO BOX 2000, GEORGETOWN CO 80444-2000
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Education
Listing 9 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | IDAHO SPRINGS, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | DILLON, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | FRASER, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | GEORGETOWN, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | BLACK HAWK, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | BLACK HAWK, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | NEDERLAND, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | DILLON, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BRECKENRIDGE, CO |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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JOHN TOMAY MEMORIAL LIBRARY/GEORGETOWN LIBRARY
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Library | 5.9 mi away | 605 SIXTH STREET, GEORGETOWN, CO, 80444 |
(303) 569-2620
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CLEAR CREEK LOCAL HISTORY ARCHIVES
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Library | 5.9 mi away | 809 TAOS STREET, 2ND FLOOR, GEORGETOWN, CO, 80444 |
(303) 569-2403
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FRASER VALLEY LIBRARY
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Library | 14.2 mi away | 421 NORGREN RD, FRASER, CO, 80442 |
(970) 726-5689
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IDAHO SPRINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.8 mi away | 219 14TH AVENUE, IDAHO SPRINGS, CO, 80452 |
(303) 567-2020
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NORTH BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 16.5 mi away | 651 CENTER CIRCLE, SILVERTHORNE, CO, 80498 |
(970) 668-4280
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SUMMIT COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.3 mi away | 0037 PEAK ONE DRIVE, FRISCO, CO, 80443 |
(970) 668-4138
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GILPIN COUNTY LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 19.6 mi away | 15131 HIGHWAY 119, BLACK HAWK, CO, 80422 |
(303) 582-5777
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NEDERLAND COMMUNITY LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 21.3 mi away | 200 HIGHWAY 72 NORTH, NEDERLAND, CO, 80466 |
(303) 258-1101
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SOUTH BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 22.4 mi away | 103 S HARRIS ST, BRECKENRIDGE, CO, 80424 |
(970) 668-4280
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GRANBY LIBRARY
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Library | 24.9 mi away | 55 ZERO STREET, GRANBY, CO, 80446 |
(970) 887-2149
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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 GEORGETOWN, CO US, located 5.8 miles from ZCTA5 80438. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36.4° | 15.5° | 25.9° | 0.81" | 12.5" |
| February | 37.7° | 15.3° | 26.5° | 0.90" | 12.6" |
| March | 44.5° | 21.1° | 32.8° | 1.39" | 18.5" |
| April | 49.8° | 26.0° | 37.9° | 2.33" | 20.9" |
| May | 59.6° | 34.6° | 47.1° | 2.13" | 6.6" |
| June | 71.7° | 42.4° | 57.0° | 1.54" | 0.2" |
| July | 77.1° | 48.8° | 62.9° | 2.49" | 0.0" |
| August | 74.5° | 46.5° | 60.5° | 2.18" | 0.0" |
| September | 68.3° | 39.3° | 53.8° | 1.52" | 1.6" |
| October | 56.7° | 30.3° | 43.5° | 1.25" | 7.5" |
| November | 44.2° | 21.9° | 33.0° | 0.89" | 11.1" |
| December | 36.3° | 15.4° | 25.9° | 0.86" | 14.4" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silver Plume town | Town | 5.0 mi | — |
| Georgetown town | Town | 5.7 mi | — |
| Empire town | Town | 6.2 mi | — |
| Mill Creek Park CDP | CDP | 8.9 mi | — |
| St. Mary's CDP | CDP | 9.3 mi | — |
| Winter Park town | Town | 9.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 80438. • 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.