ZIP Code 81120, Colorado
ZIP Code 81120 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 81120 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Conejos County / Rio Arriba County, Colorado. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,832. The land area covers 893.53 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,832 | ±299 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 51.9 yrs | ±8.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 887 | ±111 | 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 | 1,636 | ±157 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 887 | ±111 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 749 | ±141 |
| Median Home Value | $188,200 | ±$42,287 |
| Median Gross Rent | $813 | ±$302 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $47,546 | ±$9,840 |
| Per Capita Income | $33,271 | ±$3,918 |
| Poverty Rate | 13.7% | ±5.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 248 | ±107 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.1% | ±3.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 881 | ±199 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 74.2% | ±8.7% |
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: 7,549 (2024)
ID: 161309
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
PO BOX 157, CONEJOS CO 81129-0157
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Education
No public or private school records currently linked for this geographic area.
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Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 4 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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CAPULIN BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 14.5 mi away | 8047 STATE HWY 15, CAPULIN, CO, 81124 |
(719) 274-0953
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ANTONITO BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 20.5 mi away | 118 MAIN STREET, ANTONITO, CO, 81120 |
(719) 274-5858
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CONEJOS COUNTY LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 21.2 mi away | 17703 HWY 285, LA JARA, CO, 81140 |
(719) 274-5858
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ELEANOR DAGGETT MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 24.6 mi away | 1512B STATE HWY 17, CHAMA, NM, 87520 |
(505) 756-2184
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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 MANASSA, CO US, located 22.6 miles from ZCTA5 81120. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34.9° | 5.0° | 19.9° | 0.21" | 4.6" |
| February | 41.3° | 12.5° | 26.9° | 0.22" | 3.0" |
| March | 52.6° | 20.9° | 36.8° | 0.43" | 5.5" |
| April | 60.4° | 27.9° | 44.1° | 0.53" | 3.6" |
| May | 69.1° | 36.5° | 52.8° | 0.59" | 0.4" |
| June | 78.6° | 44.0° | 61.3° | 0.40" | 0.0" |
| July | 80.6° | 49.2° | 64.9° | 1.08" | 0.0" |
| August | 78.6° | 47.2° | 62.9° | 1.58" | 0.0" |
| September | 73.3° | 39.7° | 56.5° | 1.12" | 0.0" |
| October | 63.1° | 28.2° | 45.7° | 0.67" | 2.5" |
| November | 48.8° | 17.0° | 32.9° | 0.49" | 4.5" |
| December | 35.8° | 6.1° | 21.0° | 0.43" | 5.6" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capulin CDP | CDP | 14.7 mi | — |
| Conejos CDP | CDP | 19.8 mi | — |
| Romeo town | Town | 20.1 mi | — |
| Antonito town | Town | 20.4 mi | — |
| La Jara town | Town | 22.1 mi | — |
| Manassa town | Town | 22.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 81120. • 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.