| ZIP Code | 80401 |
|---|---|
| City | Golden |
| State | Colorado (CO) |
| County | Jefferson County |
| Area Code | 303/720/983 |
| Elevation | 7,268 ft |
| Latitude | 39.718872 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -105.235342 |
| Timezone | Denver (DST) |
| FIPS | 08059 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.39 |
| Below Poverty | 8.7% ▼ 13% below avg |
| College Grads | 62.3% ▲ 61% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.8% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 192 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,316 (14.9%) |
| Some College | 2,756 (9.5%) |
| Associates | 3,668 (12.6%) |
| Bachelors | 1,786 (6.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 16,293 (56.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $112,444 ▲ 47% above avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $748,800 ▲ 169% above avg ↑ 48% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,868/mo ↑ 31% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 17,762 |
| Vacant Units | 738 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.39 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 17,762 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 738 |
| Owner Occupied | 66.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 34.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.39 |
ZIP code 80401 is located in Golden, Colorado, within Jefferson County. With a population of 43,429, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 38.6 years. Economically, 80401 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $112,444 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 80401 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $748,800 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,868 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 66.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 48% since 2019.
The population of 80401 is primarily White (79.99%). Residents are highly educated — 62.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.7%. Household income has grown by 25% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 80401 stands at 4.8%, which is near the national average. A notably high share of workers — 28% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 59%.
Overall, ZIP code 80401 in Golden, CO is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 43,429 residents, a median household income of $112,444, and a median home value of $748,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Colorado.