ZIP Code 80205 in Denver, CO

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Denver, Colorado
County:Denver County
Timezone:Mountain (GMT -07:00)
Local Time:7:33:46 PM
Population:34,967 [See All]
Area Codes:720 / 983
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:39.7583, -104.9677
Land Area:4.637 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 80205 has 34,967 residents and 16,537 households (average 2.02 persons per household). The median age is 33.0 years, younger than the state (37.2) and younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 52.1% male and 47.9% female, which is higher than the national male share (49.1%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (58.8%, much lower than the state average of 70.7%) and Hispanic or Latino (23.3%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 23.3%, which is higher than the national average (18.7%), and Black or African American share is much higher than the state average (4.1%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:34,967Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:33,856Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:42,387Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:7,540.9 people per sq mile
Average Income:$98,770Source: Census ACS
Households:16,537Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$627,600Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.02Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:4.17Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--27,41527,90329,85630,95630,54632,54632,88634,38135,05434,88433,80534,28933,856
Decennial Census29,221------------------34,967------
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)


Median Age: 33

Male Median Age: 33.5

Female Median Age: 32.5

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male9017777545531,1802,8632,8522,1541,3891,02396779975157031818711381
Female9267566535861,2332,8442,4821,7041,075869758701661542389204145207
Total1,8271,5331,4071,1392,4135,7075,3343,8582,4641,8921,7251,5001,4121,112707391258288
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:20,57052.81%
Black:5,58914.35%
Hispanic:*8,15720.94%
Asian:7551.94%
American Indian:4951.27%
Hawaiian:510.13%
Other:3,3338.56%
Total:38,950100%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)
* NOTE: Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. This means individuals who identify as Hispanic will also be included in one of the race categories (such as White or Black). As a result, the totals shown here may exceed 100% when Hispanic is displayed alongside racial groups.

Gender Breakdown


GenderCount%Median Age
Males:18,23252.14%33.5 years
Females:16,73547.86%32.5 years
Total:34,967100%33.0 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:30,90091.27%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:4741.40%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:1,3033.85%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:1,1797.33%
Total Population:33,856100%
Total Native Population:31,37492.67%
Total Foreign-born Population:2,4827.33%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS
Note: Nativity and Citizenship derived from American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Total Population listed here will not match official ZIP Code population totals, which are based on the Decennial Census.

Income & Employment


In 2023, the Median household income is $98,770, which is considerably higher than the national median ($78,538), is up $56,792 (135.3%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $26,432. Family households earn a median of $124,549 versus $86,803 for nonfamily households (a difference of $37,746). By gender, male median income is $92,189 and female is $73,289, which is much higher than the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $18,900 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 79.1%, which is markedly above the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 5.5%, which is higher than the state rate (4.4%). The largest occupation group is Management (64.3%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02, DP03, DP04 and DP05.

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)


Income Type2011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Household Income$41,978$46,028$49,472$49,754$52,500$57,836$62,865$66,775$72,338$76,261$79,436$94,460$98,770
Median Family Income$44,527$46,373$49,137$51,140$58,051$63,467$64,656$67,366$81,532$86,563$82,692$113,569$124,549
Median NonFamily Income$38,125$43,394$45,883$45,976$48,679$53,514$57,994$61,368$65,122$70,548$76,511$82,410$86,803
Median Male Income$49,811$53,463$53,254$51,707$50,627$53,526$54,397$58,139$63,683$69,224$75,256$82,568$92,189
Median Female Income$40,392$43,128$42,292$41,851$43,766$42,095$42,991$47,868$50,717$50,124$56,416$67,057$73,289
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment Status


Employed:21,50774.52%
Unemployed:1,2554.35%
Not In Labor Force:6,09821.13%
Total:28,860100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)


Management, business, science, and arts:13,83264.31%
Service:2,53011.76%
Sales and Office:3,23515.04%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:5092.37%
Production, transportation, and material moving:1,4016.51%
Total Civilian Employed Population:21,507100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability


In 2023, the median home value is $627,600, which is considerably higher than the national median ($303,400), is up $393,500 (168.09%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $193,000. The median gross rent is $1,816, which is considerably higher than the national median ($1,348), is up $997 (121.73%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $499. Of occupied housing, owners make up 37.96% (83.59% with a mortgage, 16.41% free-and-clear) and renters 62.04% - making this ZIP Code less home ownership than the state and higher than national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 7.49%, which is far lower than the national rate (10.43%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Home Value$234,100$237,400$250,100$248,800$275,200$304,700$332,500$395,400$434,600$472,200$516,900$600,400$627,600
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:1,17010.71%
$500 to $999:9989.13%
$1,000 to $1,499:1,53614.06%
$1,500 to $1,999:2,71324.83%
$2,000 to $2,499:2,23820.48%
$2,500 to $2,999:1,19410.93%
$3,000 or more:9869.02%
No Rent:930.85%
Total:10,928100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Rent$819$843$884$919$949$1,024$1,165$1,229$1,317$1,388$1,531$1,691$1,816
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):5,58931.73%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):1,0976.23%
Renter Occupied:10,92862.04%
Total Occupied Housing Units:17,614100%

Occupied Housing Units:17,61492.51%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):1,4267.49%
Total Housing Units:19,040100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)


Single-Family Units:8,33943.80%
Multi-Family Units:10,68656.12%
Other Units:150.08%
Total Housing Units:19,040100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 61.30% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far higher than the national rate (35.00%), well above both the state and national averages. High school or higher is 93.90%, which is well above the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 6.40%, which is falls below the national rate (8.60%). The share of people in poverty is 14.30%, which is markedly above the state rate (5.90%), down 8.40 percentage points since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 2.00 percentage points. This points to a pronounced improvement in local conditions - rising incomes, firmer consumer demand, and a stronger tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (36.48%). College enrollment is 34.62%, which is far higher than the national rate (26.70%), indicating the community is likely a college hub with student-driven housing and services.

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:6662.52%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:9553.61%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):3,32612.58%
Some college, no degree:4,25716.10%
Associate's degree:1,0233.87%
Bachelor's degree:10,59340.07%
Graduate or professional degree:5,61921.25%
Total:26,439100%
High school or higher:24,81893.87%
Bachelor's degree or higher:16,21261.32%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)


Private Insurance:23,11665.81%
Public Insurance:9,85928.07%
No Insurance:2,1526.13%
Total:35,127100%
Has Health Insurance:32,97593.87%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2023)


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
% of People in Poverty22.7%22.4%23.1%22.0%19.3%15.3%15.9%14.5%12.3%12.8%15.0%14.6%14.3%
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)


Nursery School, Preschool:5279.70%
Kindergarten:1873.44%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):1,98136.48%
High school (grades 9-12):85615.76%
College or graduate school:1,88034.62%
Total:5,431100%
Early Childhood:71413.15%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):3,02455.68%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 80205 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 1,412 business establishments, employing about 21,516 people with an annual payroll of $1,914,895,000. USPS data shows 20,984 residential mailboxes and 1,398 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:20,984Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:1,398Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:24,473Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:9,321Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:10,172Source: USPS
# of Businesses:1,412Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$449,669,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$1,914,895,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:21,516Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 80205 is located in Denver County, Colorado, within the Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 19740) and Colorado's 1st Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 2,977,085 people, about 1.17% of whom live in ZIP Code 80205. It covers 4.637 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.046 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Denver-Aurora-Centennial, COSource: Census
CBSA Number:19740Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:2,977,085Source: Census
MSA:Denver-Boulder-Greeley, CO CMSASource: Census
Land Area:4.637 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.046 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:01Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:189.62 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:Denver, CO PMSASource: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:0820000Source: Census
Place Name:Denver city; ColoradoSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


80206 | | 80204

Schools in ZIP Code 80205


ZIP Code 80205 is in the Denver County School District 1, which serves grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 15 public schools and 6 private school(s) in this ZIP Code. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

Columbine Elementary School 2540 East 29th Ave
Denver, CO 80205
District: Denver County School District 1
International Academy Of Denver At Harrington 2401 East 37th Avenue
Denver, CO 80205
District: Denver County School District 1
Whittier Ece-8 School 2480 Downing Street
Denver, CO 80205
District: Denver County School District 1
University Prep - Steele St. 3230 East 38th Avenue
Denver, CO 80205
District: Denver County School District 1
Wyatt Academy 3620 Franklin Street
Denver, CO 80205
District: Denver County School District 1
Polaris Elementary School 410 Park Avenue West
Denver, CO 80205
District: Denver County School District 1
Prep Academy 2727 Columbine Street
Denver, CO 80205
District: Denver County School District 1
Bruce Randolph School 3955 Steele Street
Denver, CO 80205
District: Denver County School District 1
Manual High School 1700 East 28th Avenue
Denver, CO 80205
District: Denver County School District 1
Gilliam School 2844 Downing
Denver, CO 80205
District: Denver County School District 1
Cole Arts And Science Academy 1350 E 33rd Ave
Denver, CO 80205
District: Denver County School District 1
University Prep - Arapahoe St. 2409 Arapahoe Street
Denver, CO 80205
District: Denver County School District 1
Dsst: Cole Middle School 3240 Humboldt Street
Denver, CO 80205
District: Denver County School District 1
Dsst: Cole High School 3240 Humboldt Street
Denver, CO 80205
District: Denver County School District 1
Riseup Community School 2342 Broadway St
Denver, CO 80205
District: Denver County School District 1
Montessori Academy Of Colorado 2500 Curtis St
Denver, CO 80205
District: Private School
Annunciation 3536 N Lafayette St
Denver, CO 80205
District: Private School
Inner-City School 3560 N Josephine St
Denver, CO 80205
District: Private School
Garfield Montessori School 3617 Martin Luther King Blvd
Denver, CO 80205
District: Private School
Hope Center 3400 N Elizabeth St
Denver, CO 80205
District: Private School
St Elizabeth's School 2350 N Gaylord St
Denver, CO 80205
District: Private School

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 80205


University Of Colorado System Office 1800 Grant St
Denver, CO 80203-1187
Type: Post Secondary
Emily Griffith Technical College 1860 Lincoln Street
Denver, CO 80203
Type: Post Secondary
Montessori Education Center Of The Rockies 3975 Martin Luther King Blvd.
Denver, CO 80205
Type: Post Secondary
Colorado School Of Traditional Chinese Medicine 1441 York St Ste 302
Denver, CO 80206
Type: Post Secondary
Denver College Of Nursing 1401 19th St
Denver, CO 80202
Type: Post Secondary
Colorado State University-System Office 410 17th Street, Suite 2440
Denver, CO 80202
Type: Post Secondary

Sources & References


Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on October 1, 2025.

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    • U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates (ACS) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census Business Patterns (CBD) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census American National Standards Institute (ANSI) [Updated: As Released]
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