ZIP Code 81008, Colorado
ZIP Code 81008 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 81008 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 11,608. The land area covers 102.19 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,608 | ±899 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 37.8 yrs | ±2.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 5,174 | ±354 | 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 | 5,421 | ±348 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 5,174 | ±354 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 247 | ±109 |
| Median Home Value | $310,300 | ±$20,154 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,524 | ±$117 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $69,925 | ±$6,087 |
| Per Capita Income | $40,024 | ±$4,855 |
| Poverty Rate | 12% | ±3.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,377 | ±422 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.1% | ±2.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 5,119 | ±561 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 91.1% | ±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: 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 | KG-12 | PUEBLO, CO | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | PUEBLO, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | AVONDALE, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | PUEBLO, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | PUEBLO, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | PUEBLO, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | PUEBLO, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | PUEBLO WEST, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | PUEBLO, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | PUEBLO, 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 State University Pueblo
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College | 5.5 mi away | 2200 Bonforte Blvd, Pueblo, CO, 81001-4901 |
7195492100
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BARKMAN BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 6.9 mi away | 1300 JERRY MURPHY ROAD, PUEBLO, CO, 81001 |
(719) 562-5680
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Pueblo Community College
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College | 9.4 mi away | 900 W Orman Ave, Pueblo, CO, 81004-1499 |
7195493200
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LIBRARY @ THE Y
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Library | 7.6 mi away | 3200 SPAULDING AVENUE, PUEBLO, CO, 81008 |
(719) 562-5659
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PATRICK ARNOLD LUCERO LIBRARY
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Library | 7.9 mi away | 1315 E. 7TH STREET, PUEBLO, CO, 81001 |
(719) 553-0370
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ROBERT HOAG RAWLINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.3 mi away | 100 EAST ABRIENDO AVENUE, PUEBLO, CO, 81004 |
(719) 562-5600
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TOM L. AND ANNA MARIE GIODONE LIBRARY
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Library | 9.9 mi away | 24655 U.S. HWY 50 EAST, PUEBLO, CO, 81006 |
(719) 553-0360
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PUEBLO WEST LIBRARY
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Library | 10.4 mi away | 298 S JOE MARTINEZ BLVD, PUEBLO WEST, CO, 81007 |
(719) 562-5660
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FRANK I. LAMB BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 12.3 mi away | 2525 SOUTH PUEBLO BOULEVARD, PUEBLO, CO, 81005 |
(719) 562-5670
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FOUNTAIN LIBRARY
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Library | 21.5 mi away | 230 SOUTH MAIN STREET, FOUNTAIN, CO, 80817 |
(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 PUEBLO MEM AP, CO US, located 7.8 miles from ZCTA5 81008. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48.4° | 15.4° | 31.9° | 0.29" | 4.9" |
| February | 51.1° | 19.0° | 35.1° | 0.32" | 4.7" |
| March | 60.6° | 27.1° | 43.9° | 0.82" | 4.5" |
| April | 67.3° | 35.3° | 51.3° | 1.57" | 3.4" |
| May | 77.2° | 45.6° | 61.4° | 1.57" | 0.0" |
| June | 88.6° | 55.0° | 71.8° | 1.28" | 0.0" |
| July | 93.4° | 61.0° | 77.2° | 1.89" | 0.0" |
| August | 90.2° | 59.4° | 74.8° | 2.11" | 0.0" |
| September | 83.1° | 50.1° | 66.6° | 0.65" | 0.2" |
| October | 69.7° | 35.9° | 52.8° | 0.76" | 1.9" |
| November | 56.7° | 24.2° | 40.5° | 0.47" | 4.1" |
| December | 47.5° | 15.9° | 31.7° | 0.29" | 4.6" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pueblo city | City | 8.7 mi | — |
| Blende CDP | CDP | 9.6 mi | — |
| Salt Creek CDP | CDP | 10.2 mi | — |
| Vineland CDP | CDP | 11.5 mi | — |
| Pueblo West CDP | CDP | 12.8 mi | — |
| Avondale CDP | CDP | 15.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 81008. • 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.