ZIP Code 80817, Colorado
ZIP Code 80817 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 80817 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in El Paso County / Pueblo County, Colorado. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 31,241. The land area covers 115.07 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 31,241 | ±486 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 30.6 yrs | ±1.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 11,228 | ±513 | 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 | 11,782 | ±529 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 11,228 | ±513 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 554 | ±197 |
| Median Home Value | $400,100 | ±$15,271 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,717 | ±$162 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $86,543 | ±$7,047 |
| Per Capita Income | $35,699 | ±$2,233 |
| Poverty Rate | 10.4% | ±2.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 3,235 | ±900 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.1% | ±1.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 14,039 | ±821 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94.7% | ±1.5% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 752,772 (2024)
ID: 194465
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
200 S CASCADE AVE SUITE 150, COLORADO SPRINGS CO 80903
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | FORT CARSON, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | FOUNTAIN, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | COLORADO SPRINGS, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | COLORADO SPRINGS, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | COLORADO SPRINGS, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | COLORADO SPRINGS, CO | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 05-12 | COLORADO SPRINGS, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | FORT CARSON, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | COLORADO SPRINGS, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | COLORADO SPRINGS, 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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Pikes Peak State College
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College | 13.5 mi away | 5675 S Academy Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO, 80906-5498 |
7195022000
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FOUNTAIN LIBRARY
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Library | 6.6 mi away | 230 SOUTH MAIN STREET, FOUNTAIN, CO, 80817 |
(719) 531-6333
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Colorado Academy of Veterinary Technology
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College | 15.5 mi away | 2766 Janitell Road, Colorado Springs, CO, 80906-4944 |
7192199636
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SECURITY PUBLIC LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 11.7 mi away | 716 ASPEN DRIVE, SECURITY, CO, 80912 |
(719) 391-3191
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Intellitec College-Colorado Springs
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College | 17.9 mi away | 2315 East Pikes Peak Avenue, Colorado Springs, CO, 80909-6096 |
71963276261101
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SECURITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.7 mi away | 715 ASPEN DRIVE, SECURITY, CO, 80911 |
(719) 391-3191
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Apex College of Veterinary Technology
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College | 18.1 mi away | 330 South El Paso Street, Colorado Springs, CO, 80903 |
7193758228
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SAND CREEK LIBRARY
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Library | 15.7 mi away | 1821 SOUTH ACADEMY BOULEVARD, COLORADO SPRINGS, CO, 80916 |
(719) 531-6333
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Paul Mitchell the School-Colorado Springs
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College Vocational | 18.8 mi away | 118 West Colorado Avenue, Colorado Springs, CO, 80903 |
7196361426
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CHEYENNE MOUNTAIN LIBRARY
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Library | 17.4 mi away | 1785 SOUTH 8TH ST, SUITE100, COLORADO SPRINGS, CO, 80906 |
(719) 531-6333
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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 COLORADO SPRINGS MUNI AP, CO US, located 15.3 miles from ZCTA5 80817. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45.0° | 18.5° | 31.7° | 0.29" | 4.9" |
| February | 46.5° | 20.2° | 33.4° | 0.32" | 4.6" |
| March | 54.9° | 27.3° | 41.1° | 0.79" | 5.7" |
| April | 61.0° | 34.0° | 47.5° | 1.45" | 5.5" |
| May | 70.7° | 43.5° | 57.1° | 1.99" | 0.6" |
| June | 81.6° | 52.8° | 67.2° | 2.27" | 0.0" |
| July | 86.5° | 58.2° | 72.4° | 3.12" | 0.0" |
| August | 83.6° | 56.6° | 70.1° | 2.96" | 0.0" |
| September | 77.1° | 48.9° | 63.0° | 1.35" | 0.2" |
| October | 64.7° | 36.6° | 50.7° | 0.77" | 2.5" |
| November | 52.9° | 26.0° | 39.5° | 0.37" | 4.4" |
| December | 44.6° | 18.7° | 31.7° | 0.23" | 4.1" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fountain city | City | 7.0 mi | — |
| Fort Carson CDP | CDP | 7.9 mi | — |
| Security-Widefield CDP | CDP | 11.4 mi | — |
| Rock Creek Park CDP | CDP | 11.5 mi | — |
| Stratmoor CDP | CDP | 13.8 mi | — |
| Cimarron Hills CDP | CDP | 18.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 80817. • 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.