| City: | Cheraw, Colorado |
| County: | Otero County |
| Timezone: | Mountain (GMT -07:00) |
| Local Time: | 9:03:20 AM |
| Population: | 173 [See All] |
| Area Code: | 719 |
| Classification: | PO Box |
| Coordinates: | 38.1087, -103.5126 |
| Land Area: | 0.367 sq mi |
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Cheraw is a small rural community in southeastern Colorado's Otero County with 173 residents. This is a PO Box Only Delivery Zone. There's no alternative mail delivery across this territory, and the 90 PO Boxes at the Cheraw post office serve both local households (67 total) and surrounding areas.
The town has a traditional grid layout with numbered streets (1st through 4th) running north and south, intersected by Main and Grand. Rural carrier routes provide some delivery, but most residents rely on PO Boxes. With a median age of 44.4 years and a household structure of 2.6 people per home, Cheraw is an established working-age community.
Cheraw sits on 0.14 square miles in Colorado's eastern plains. The town has 5 business establishments employing 12 people. Of the 71 total housing units, 48 are owner-occupied and 19 are renter-occupied, with only 4 vacant units. Median household income is $37,083, with per capita income at $26,951. Nearly 18% of workers work from home, and transportation and warehousing employ a significant portion of the workforce (39 workers), likely reflecting the agricultural and logistics character of the region.
Home values are modest at a median of $97,200, typical for rural eastern Colorado. Many homes date from before 1939 (98 units listed in that category, likely a data artifact for this small community). The town's rural character is reinforced by the presence of mobile homes (17 units) and trailer parks (TRLR designations on W Grand).
Mail to Cheraw should use:
PO Box [number]
Cheraw, CO 81030Some rural route delivery is available for specific addresses.
Classic small town grid with numbered streets and Main/Grand thoroughfares, plus trailer parks on W Grand.
ZIP Code 81030 has 173 residents and 67 households (average 2.58 persons per household). The median age is 44.4 years, significantly older than the state (37.2) and older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 60.7% male and 39.3% female, which is much higher than the national male share (49.1%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (71.1%, much higher than the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (28.3%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 28.3%, which is much higher than the national average (18.7%).
Explore More:Population Over TimeBy Age & GenderBy RaceBy GenderNativity & Citizenship
| 2020 Population: | 173Source: Census DHC |
| 2024 ACS Population Estimate: | 148Source: Census ACS |
| 2026 ZC Population Estimate: | 0Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Population Density: | 471.4 people per sq mile |
| Average Income: | $40,625Source: Census ACS |
| Households: | 67Source: Census DHC |
| Average House Value: | $110,700Source: Census ACS |
| Persons Per Household: | 2.58Source: Census DHC |
| Average Family Size: | 2.68Source: Census ACS |
| Group | 2010 | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Census ACS Population Estimate | -- | 101 | 99 | 130 | 142 | 145 | 171 | 150 | 183 | 161 | 131 | 131 | 143 | 153 | 148 |
| Decennial Census | 193 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 173 | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Median Age: 44.4
Male Median Age: 44.8
Female Median Age: 43.5
| Group | < 5 | 5-9 | 10-14 | 15-19 | 20-24 | 25-29 | 30-34 | 35-39 | 40-44 | 45-49 | 50-54 | 55-59 | 60-64 | 65-69 | 70-74 | 75-79 | 80-84 | 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male | 5 | 5 | 8 | 9 | 8 | 2 | 7 | 1 | 8 | 5 | 6 | 4 | 11 | 6 | 4 | 9 | 5 | 2 |
| Female | 4 | 9 | 3 | 3 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 6 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 11 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Total | 9 | 14 | 11 | 12 | 14 | 3 | 9 | 4 | 14 | 11 | 7 | 6 | 15 | 17 | 9 | 9 | 7 | 2 |
| White: | 123 | 66.49% |
| Black: | 0 | 0% |
| Hispanic:* | 49 | 26.49% |
| Asian: | 0 | 0% |
| American Indian: | 0 | 0% |
| Hawaiian: | 0 | 0% |
| Other: | 13 | 7.03% |
| Total: | 185 | 100% |
| Gender | Count | % | Median Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| Males: | 105 | 60.69% | 44.8 years |
| Females: | 68 | 39.31% | 43.5 years |
| Total: | 173 | 100% | 44.4 years |
| Native, born in the United States: | 148 | 100.00% |
| Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total Population: | 148 | 100% |
| Total Native Population: | 148 | 100.00% |
| Total Foreign-born Population: | 0 | 0.00% |
In 2024, the Median household income is $40,625, which is far less than the national median ($78,538), is up $8,906 (28.1%) since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $9,688. Family households earn a median of $64,250 versus $26,964 for nonfamily households (a difference of $37,286). By gender, male median income is $45,313 and female is $31,406, which is considerably lower than the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $13,907 that has widened from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 40.6%, which is far less than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 7.4%, which is far worse than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Natural resources (32.0%).
Explore More:Income Over TimeHousehold IncomeEmployment StatusBy Occupation
| Income Type | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $31,719 | $33,500 | $33,000 | $43,125 | $42,969 | $43,000 | $46,429 | $51,667 | $50,313 | $67,083 | $47,708 | $38,750 | $37,083 | $40,625 |
| Median Family Income | $31,875 | $33,250 | $33,250 | $36,786 | $44,375 | $44,750 | $47,411 | $68,500 | $56,250 | $92,000 | $56,250 | $59,500 | $60,750 | $64,250 |
| Median NonFamily Income | $21,875 | $41,250 | $14,583 | $14,063 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $40,833 | $34,219 | $33,906 | $36,250 | $33,542 | $28,125 | $26,964 |
| Median Male Income | $26,875 | $33,750 | $35,625 | $31,875 | $0 | $32,188 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $51,250 | $45,833 | $39,375 | $38,646 | $45,313 |
| Median Female Income | $35,833 | $35,208 | $26,875 | $27,000 | $0 | $22,031 | $26,667 | $26,719 | $40,625 | $27,292 | $43,125 | $45,500 | $31,250 | $31,406 |
| Employed: | 50 | 37.59% |
| Unemployed: | 4 | 3.01% |
| Not In Labor Force: | 79 | 59.40% |
| Total: | 133 | 100% |
| Management, business, science, and arts: | 15 | 30.00% |
| Service: | 5 | 10.00% |
| Sales and Office: | 7 | 14.00% |
| Natural resources, construction, and maintenance: | 16 | 32.00% |
| Production, transportation, and material moving: | 7 | 14.00% |
| Total Civilian Employed Population: | 50 | 100% |
In 2024, the median home value is $110,700, which is considerably lower than the national median ($303,400), is up $5,100 (4.83%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $110,700. The median gross rent is $1,083, which is much lower than the national median ($1,348), is up $463 (74.68%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $508. Of occupied housing, owners make up 71.79% (33.93% with a mortgage, 66.07% free-and-clear) and renters 28.21% - making this ZIP Code under national rental averages. Insufficient data for vacancy rate.
Explore More:Compare Home ValueHome Value Over TimeRent & Over TimeHousing Occupancy
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $105,600 | $100,000 | $87,500 | $86,100 | $80,500 | $68,300 | $65,000 | $106,300 | $0 | $0 | $129,500 | $95,000 | $97,200 | $110,700 |
| Less than $500: | 3 | 13.64% |
| $500 to $999: | 3 | 13.64% |
| $1,000 to $1,499: | 14 | 63.64% |
| $1,500 to $1,999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $2,000 to $2,499: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $2,500 to $2,999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $3,000 or more: | 0 | 0.00% |
| No Rent: | 2 | 9.09% |
| Total: | 22 | 100% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Rent | $620 | $623 | $657 | $613 | $608 | $581 | $555 | $573 | $575 | $600 | $0 | $1,025 | $1,081 | $1,083 |
| Owner Occupied (with mortgage): | 19 | 24.36% |
| Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage): | 37 | 47.44% |
| Renter Occupied: | 22 | 28.21% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units: | 78 | 100% |
| Occupied Housing Units: | 78 | 100.00% |
| Vacant Housing Units (not graphed): | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total Housing Units: | 78 | 100% |
| Single-Family Units: | 71 | 91.03% |
| Multi-Family Units: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other Units: | 7 | 8.97% |
| Total Housing Units: | 78 | 100% |
In 2024, 8.00% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far lower than the national rate (35.00%). High school or higher is 92.80%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 2.70%, which is far lower than the national rate (8.60%). Public coverage is 63.50%, which is far higher than the national rate (36.30%). The share of people in poverty is 10.80%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.70%), down 1.70 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 4.60 percentage points. This suggests a positive shift in the local economic and social landscape - higher incomes, steadier consumer demand, and a strengthening tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (76.47%). College enrollment is 17.65%, which is comparable to the national rate (26.70%), meaning the community mirrors broader higher-education participation.
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| Less than 9th grade: | 1 | 0.80% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 8 | 6.40% |
| High school graduate (includes equivalency): | 43 | 34.40% |
| Some college, no degree: | 40 | 32.00% |
| Associate's degree: | 23 | 18.40% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 9 | 7.20% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 1 | 0.80% |
| Total: | 125 | 100% |
| High school or higher: | 116 | 92.80% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher: | 10 | 8.00% |
| Private Insurance: | 88 | 47.31% |
| Public Insurance: | 94 | 50.54% |
| No Insurance: | 4 | 2.15% |
| Total: | 186 | 100% |
| Has Health Insurance: | 182 | 97.85% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| % of People in Poverty | 18.8% | 22.9% | 19.5% | 4.8% | 0.0% | 8.5% | 9.3% | 16.7% | 21.7% | 11.1% | 8.1% | 13.3% | 17.1% | 10.8% |
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.
| Nursery School, Preschool: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Kindergarten: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 13 | 76.47% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 1 | 5.88% |
| College or graduate school: | 3 | 17.65% |
| Total: | 17 | 100% |
| Early Childhood: | 0 | 0.00% |
| K-12 (Primary & Secondary School): | 14 | 82.35% |
ZIP Code 81030 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2024), there are 3 business establishments, employing about 7 people with an annual payroll of $200,000.
| # Residential Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| # Business Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| Total Delivery Receptacles: | 98Source: USPS |
| Single Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| Multi Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| # of Businesses: | 3Source: CBP |
| 1st Quarter Payroll: | $47,000Source: CBP |
| Annual Payroll: | $200,000Source: CBP |
| # of Employees: | 7Source: CBP |
ZIP Code 81030 is located in Otero County, Colorado, within the Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA ) and Colorado's 3rd Congressional District. This area has a population of 0 people, about 0.00% of whom live in ZIP Code 81030. It covers 0.367 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.003 sq mi.
| CBSA Name: | --Source: Census |
| CBSA Number: | --Source: Census |
| CBSA Type: | --Source: Census |
| CBSA Division: | --Source: Census |
| CBSA Population: | 0Source: Census |
| MSA: | Source: Census |
| Land Area: | 0.367 sq miSource: Census |
| Water Area: | 0.003 sq miSource: Census |
| Congressional District: | 03Source: USPS |
| Congressional Land Area: | 49731.77 sq miSource: Census |
| PMSA: | Source: Census |
| Intro Date: | < 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Place FIPS Code: | 0813460Source: Census |
| Place Name: | Cheraw town; ColoradoSource: Census |
ZIP Code 81030 is in the Cheraw School District 31, which serves grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 1 public school(s) in this ZIP Code, and we have located 3 private school(s). It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.
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 March 1, 2026.