ZIP Code 81081, Colorado
ZIP Code 81081 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 81081 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Las Animas County, Colorado. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 89. The land area covers 311.55 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 89 | ±54 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 82.1 yrs | ±10.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 74 | ±52 | 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 | 92 | ±52 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 74 | ±52 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 18 | ±14 |
| Median Home Value | Suppressed | — |
| 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 | $39,255 | ±$19,644 |
| Per Capita Income | $49,669 | ±$18,218 |
| Poverty Rate | 0% | ±15.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 0 | ±14 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±20.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 67 | ±51 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 27% | ±26.8% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
|
COUNTY OF LAS ANIMAS
GUS Population: 14,518 (2024)
ID: 161316
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
200 E FIRST ST, TRINIDAD CO 81082-3003
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Education
Listing 1 local institution (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | TRINIDAD, CO |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 3 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Trinidad State College
|
College | 21.0 mi away | 600 Prospect Street, Trinidad, CO, 81082 |
7198465011
|
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ARTHUR JOHNSON MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 19.4 mi away | 244 COOK AVENUE, RATON, NM, 87740 |
(575) 445-9711
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TRINIDAD CARNEGIE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.7 mi away | 202 NORTH ANIMAS STREET, TRINIDAD, CO, 81082 |
(719) 846-6841
|
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 LAKE MALOYA, NM US, located 13.4 miles from ZCTA5 81081. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41.8° | 10.7° | 26.3° | 0.86" | 13.4" |
| February | 43.3° | 11.9° | 27.6° | 0.87" | 13.0" |
| March | 50.4° | 20.4° | 35.4° | 1.80" | 18.3" |
| April | 56.6° | 26.6° | 41.6° | 2.01" | 11.0" |
| May | 66.2° | 35.6° | 50.9° | 2.02" | 1.6" |
| June | 75.4° | 44.0° | 59.7° | 2.02" | 0.0" |
| July | 78.2° | 49.0° | 63.6° | 3.44" | 0.0" |
| August | 76.1° | 48.2° | 62.2° | 2.95" | 0.0" |
| September | 70.5° | 41.3° | 55.9° | 1.92" | 0.2" |
| October | 60.3° | 30.6° | 45.5° | 1.57" | 5.2" |
| November | 49.5° | 20.8° | 35.2° | 1.06" | 11.0" |
| December | 41.8° | 12.9° | 27.4° | 0.93" | 15.6" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Branson town | Town | 15.4 mi | — |
| Hoehne CDP | CDP | 19.7 mi | — |
| Raton city | City | 19.9 mi | — |
| Trinidad city | City | 20.0 mi | — |
| Folsom village | Village | 20.0 mi | — |
| El Moro CDP | CDP | 20.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 81081. • 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.