ZIP Code 81240, Colorado
ZIP Code 81240 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 81240 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Fremont County, Colorado. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 4,800. The land area covers 138.74 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,800 | ±646 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 43.2 yrs | ±4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,759 | ±167 | 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 | 2,004 | ±189 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,759 | ±167 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 245 | ±125 |
| Median Home Value | $341,400 | ±$46,971 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,252 | ±$758 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $90,417 | ±$5,715 |
| Per Capita Income | $59,442 | ±$21,793 |
| Poverty Rate | 9.6% | ±4.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 459 | ±231 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.8% | ±4.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,881 | ±285 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 90% | ±6.5% |
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: 50,093 (2024)
ID: 123709
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
615 MACON AVENUE ROOM 101, CANON CITY CO 81212
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | CANON CITY, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | CANON CITY, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | CANON CITY, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | PUEBLO WEST, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | FLORENCE, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | FLORENCE, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | CANON CITY, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | CANON CITY, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | CANON CITY, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | CANON CITY, 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 | 22.6 mi away | 5675 S Academy Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO, 80906-5498 |
7195022000
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PENROSE COMMUNITY LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 5.3 mi away | 35 7TH AVENUE, PENROSE, CO, 81240 |
(719) 372-6017
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Colorado Academy of Veterinary Technology
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College | 24.2 mi away | 2766 Janitell Road, Colorado Springs, CO, 80906-4944 |
7192199636
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JOHN C. FREMONT LIBRARY DISTRICT (FLORENCE)
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Library | 8.9 mi away | 130 CHURCH AVE, FLORENCE, CO, 81226 |
(719) 784-4649
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ROYAL GORGE REGIONAL MUSEUM & HISTORY CENTER
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Library | 11.8 mi away | 612 ROYAL GORGE BLVD., CANON CITY, CO, 81212 |
(719) 269-9036
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CANON CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.9 mi away | 516 MACON AVENUE, CANON CITY, CO, 81212 |
(719) 269-9020
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VICTOR PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.5 mi away | 124 SOUTH 3RD ST, VICTOR, CO, 80860 |
(719) 689-2011
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WETMORE COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 18.4 mi away | 95 COUNTY ROAD 393, WETMORE, CO, 81253 |
(719) 784-6669
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FRANKLIN FERGUSON MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 19.2 mi away | 410 B STREET, CRIPPLE CREEK, CO, 80813 |
(719) 689-2800
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PUEBLO WEST LIBRARY
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Library | 20.0 mi away | 298 S JOE MARTINEZ BLVD, PUEBLO WEST, CO, 81007 |
(719) 562-5660
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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 CANON CITY, CO US, located 10.7 miles from ZCTA5 81240. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 49.4° | 18.4° | 33.9° | 0.55" | 6.7" |
| February | 50.4° | 19.7° | 35.0° | 0.57" | 6.2" |
| March | 58.5° | 26.1° | 42.3° | 1.04" | 6.0" |
| April | 64.3° | 33.2° | 48.8° | 1.76" | 4.1" |
| May | 73.3° | 43.0° | 58.2° | 1.56" | 0.5" |
| June | 84.6° | 52.2° | 68.4° | 0.85" | 0.0" |
| July | 89.2° | 58.7° | 73.9° | 2.25" | 0.0" |
| August | 86.7° | 57.2° | 72.0° | 2.06" | 0.0" |
| September | 80.1° | 48.4° | 64.2° | 1.20" | 0.2" |
| October | 68.6° | 36.1° | 52.4° | 0.87" | 3.3" |
| November | 57.2° | 26.3° | 41.8° | 0.55" | 5.1" |
| December | 49.0° | 18.7° | 33.8° | 0.46" | 6.2" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penrose CDP | CDP | 5.8 mi | — |
| Florence city | City | 9.1 mi | — |
| Brookside town | Town | 10.4 mi | — |
| Park Center CDP | CDP | 10.4 mi | — |
| Cañon City city | City | 10.9 mi | — |
| Williamsburg town | Town | 10.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 81240. • 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.