ZIP Code 80481, Colorado
ZIP Code 80481 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 80481 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Boulder County, Colorado. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 484. The land area covers 43.66 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 484 | ±128 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 47.4 yrs | ±3.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 249 | ±69 | 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 | 433 | ±103 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 249 | ±69 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 184 | ±83 |
| Median Home Value | $710,700 | ±$214,495 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $116,563 | ±$59,527 |
| Per Capita Income | $79,168 | ±$17,612 |
| Poverty Rate | 5.6% | ±3.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 27 | ±20 |
| Unemployment Rate | 8.1% | ±10% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 250 | ±74 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 96.4% | ±3.3% |
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: 330,262 (2024)
ID: 161308
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
PO BOX 471, BOULDER CO 80306-0471
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Education
Listing 6 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | FRASER, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | GOLD HILL, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | JAMESTOWN, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | GOLDEN, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | NEDERLAND, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | NEDERLAND, 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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University of Colorado Boulder
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College | 17.4 mi away | Regent Drive at Broadway, Boulder, CO, 80309-0017 |
3034921411
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NEDERLAND COMMUNITY LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 10.2 mi away | 200 HIGHWAY 72 NORTH, NEDERLAND, CO, 80466 |
(303) 258-1101
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Naropa University
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College | 17.5 mi away | 2130 Arapahoe Ave, Boulder, CO, 80302-6697 |
3034440202
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NORTH BOULDER CORNER LIBRARY
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Library | 16.0 mi away | 4500 13TH ST, BOULDER, CO, 80304 |
(303) 441-3100
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Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts-Boulder
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College | 19.1 mi away | 637 S Broadway, Ste H, Boulder, CO, 80305 |
3034947988
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JUNIPER LIBRARY
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Library | 16.5 mi away | 316 GARFIELD, GRAND LAKE, CO, 80447 |
(970) 627-8353
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Dr. Ida Rolf Institute
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College Vocational | 19.9 mi away | 5055 Chaparral Court, Suite 103, Boulder, CO, 80301-0000 |
3034495903
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CARNEGIE BRANCH FOR LOCAL HISTORY
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Library | 16.6 mi away | 1125 PINE STREET, BOULDER, CO, 80302 |
(303) 441-3100
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Institute of Taoist Education and Acupuncture
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College | 24.4 mi away | 317 W South Boulder Rd, Suite 5, Louisville, CO, 80027 |
7208908922
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FRASER VALLEY LIBRARY
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Library | 16.7 mi away | 421 NORGREN RD, FRASER, CO, 80442 |
(970) 726-5689
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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 BOULDER 14 W, CO US, located 4.9 miles from ZCTA5 80481. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28.6° | 11.8° | 20.2° | 2.67" | — |
| February | 27.8° | 11.5° | 19.6° | 2.77" | — |
| March | 35.6° | 16.7° | 26.1° | 3.68" | — |
| April | 40.3° | 21.5° | 30.9° | 4.83" | — |
| May | 50.1° | 28.6° | 39.4° | 3.82" | — |
| June | 61.8° | 35.9° | 48.9° | 1.95" | — |
| July | 67.9° | 42.5° | 55.2° | 3.04" | — |
| August | 65.8° | 40.8° | 53.3° | 2.51" | — |
| September | 58.5° | 33.6° | 46.0° | 2.01" | — |
| October | 46.8° | 26.0° | 36.4° | 2.17" | — |
| November | 35.3° | 19.1° | 27.2° | 2.26" | — |
| December | 28.0° | 11.5° | 19.7° | 2.15" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ward town | Town | 3.8 mi | — |
| Hidden Lake CDP | CDP | 5.2 mi | — |
| Bar-K Ranch CDP | CDP | 7.3 mi | — |
| Gold Hill CDP | CDP | 8.8 mi | — |
| Allenspark CDP | CDP | 9.5 mi | — |
| Jamestown town | Town | 9.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 80481. • 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.