ZIP Code 80840, Colorado
ZIP Code 80840 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 80840 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in El Paso County, Colorado. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 6,727. The land area covers 23.58 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,727 | ±609 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 21 yrs | ±0.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 706 | ±89 | 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 | 722 | ±87 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 706 | ±89 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 16 | ±15 |
| Median Home Value | Suppressed | — |
| Median Gross Rent | $2,264 | ±$43 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $69,474 | ±$32,777 |
| Per Capita Income | $19,629 | ±$1,827 |
| Poverty Rate | 18.7% | ±18.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 431 | ±432 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.6% | ±4.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 561 | ±185 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 95.9% | ±3.6% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 02-05 | COLORADO SPRINGS, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | COLORADO SPRINGS, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | COLORADO SPRINGS, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | COLORADO SPRINGS, CO | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | COLORADO SPRINGS, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | COLORADO SPRINGS, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | USAF ACADEMY, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | COLORADO SPRINGS, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 10-12 | COLORADO SPRINGS, CO | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | 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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United States Air Force Academy
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College | 1.6 mi away | 2304 Cadet Drive, Suite 3800, USAF Academy, CO, 80840-5002 |
7193331818
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LIBRARY 21C
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Library | 5.0 mi away | 1175 CHAPEL HILLS DRIVE, COLORADO SPRINGS, CO, 80920 |
(719) 531-6333
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Pima Medical Institute-Colorado Springs
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College | 6.4 mi away | 5725 Mark Dabling Blvd, Suite 150, Colorado Springs, CO, 80919 |
7194827462
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ROCKRIMMON LIBRARY
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Library | 5.4 mi away | 832 VILLAGE CENTER DRIVE, COLORADO SPRINGS, CO, 80919 |
(719) 531-6333
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Colorado Technical University-Colorado Springs
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College | 7.3 mi away | 1575 Garden of the Gods Road, Suite 100, Colorado Springs, CO, 80907-3812 |
7195980200
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MONUMENT LIBRARY
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Library | 6.6 mi away | 1706 LAKE WOODMOOR DR., MONUMENT, CO, 80132 |
(719) 531-6333
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International Salon and Spa Academy
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College Vocational | 7.3 mi away | 5707 N Academy Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO, 80918-3684 |
71959714131009
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EAST LIBRARY AND INFO CENTER
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Library | 7.6 mi away | 5550 NORTH UNION BOULEVARD, COLORADO SPRINGS, CO, 80918 |
(719) 531-6333
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Tigi Hairdressing Academy-Colorado Springs
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College Vocational | 8.0 mi away | 5125 North Academy Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO, 80918 |
7193909898104
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PALMER LAKE LIBRARY
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Library | 8.7 mi away | 66 LOWER GLENWAY, PALMER LAKE, CO, 80133 |
(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 MONUMENT 3S, CO US, located 3.9 miles from ZCTA5 80840. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43.3° | 14.4° | 28.9° | 0.52" | — |
| February | 43.4° | 14.2° | 28.8° | 0.58" | — |
| March | 51.7° | 22.6° | 37.2° | 1.33" | — |
| April | 57.3° | 28.5° | 42.9° | 2.10" | — |
| May | 67.0° | 37.8° | 52.4° | 2.26" | — |
| June | 78.9° | 46.8° | 62.9° | 1.76" | — |
| July | 84.1° | 52.7° | 68.4° | 2.69" | — |
| August | 81.2° | 51.2° | 66.2° | 3.11" | — |
| September | 75.1° | 44.1° | 59.6° | 1.70" | — |
| October | 63.2° | 31.6° | 47.4° | 0.87" | — |
| November | 51.8° | 22.1° | 37.0° | 0.69" | — |
| December | 43.2° | 14.6° | 28.9° | 0.47" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Force Academy CDP | CDP | 0.4 mi | — |
| Gleneagle CDP | CDP | 3.5 mi | — |
| Monument town | Town | 5.1 mi | — |
| Woodmoor CDP | CDP | 7.3 mi | — |
| Cascade-Chipita Park CDP | CDP | 8.0 mi | — |
| Palmer Lake town | Town | 8.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 80840. • 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.