ZIP Code 81124 in Capulin, CO

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Capulin, Colorado
County:Conejos County
Timezone:Mountain (GMT -07:00)
Local Time:7:46:01 PM
Population:174 [See All]
Area Code:719
Classification:PO Box
Coordinates:37.2917, -106.1294
Land Area:2.915 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 81124 has 174 residents and 52 households (average 3.23 persons per household). The median age is 48.7 years, significantly older than the state (37.2) and significantly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 47.7% male and 52.3% female, which is slightly lower than the state male share (50.2%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are Hispanic or Latino (84.5%) and White (42.5%, much lower than the state average of 70.7% and well below the national average of 61.6%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 84.5%, which is much higher than the national average (18.7%), and Other / Two or More Races share is much higher than both the state (8.0%) and national averages (8.4%).

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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:174Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:332Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:0Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:59.7 people per sq mile
Average Income:$87,204Source: Census ACS
Households:52Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$74,900Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:3.23Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:5.23Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--173106781061129188204166125164356332
Decennial Census303------------------174------
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: 48.7

Male Median Age: 41.5

Female Median Age: 55.5

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male41048752166138100242
Female551914251291311512204
Total9155178946781016191512446
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:7426.43%
Black:20.71%
Hispanic:*14752.50%
Asian:00%
American Indian:145.00%
Hawaiian:00%
Other:4315.36%
Total:280100%
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:8347.70%41.5 years
Females:9152.30%55.5 years
Total:174100%48.7 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:33099.40%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:00.00%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:00.00%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:20.60%
Total Population:332100%
Total Native Population:33099.40%
Total Foreign-born Population:20.60%
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 $87,204, which is far above the national median ($78,538), is up $55,954 (179.1%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $76,204. Family households earn a median of $0 versus $0 for nonfamily households (a difference of $0). By gender, male median income is $66,500 and female is $0, which is well under the state female median ($59,731), with a current gap of $66,500 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 26.4%, which is much lower than the state rate (68.6%). The unemployment rate is 0.0%, which is markedly below the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Service (35.7%).

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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$31,250$18,824$18,173$19,250$19,250$0$0$11,354$11,000$10,272$0$82,262$87,204
Median Family Income$32,589$19,265$0$58,295$25,875$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Median NonFamily Income$31,042$10,000$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Median Male Income$11,875$12,206$0$18,167$0$0$0$0$0$0$70,500$63,977$66,500
Median Female Income$19,554$30,667$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
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:4226.42%
Unemployed:00.00%
Not In Labor Force:11773.58%
Total:159100%
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:1023.81%
Service:1535.71%
Sales and Office:614.29%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:00.00%
Production, transportation, and material moving:1126.19%
Total Civilian Employed Population:42100%
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 $74,900, which is much lower than the state median ($502,200), is down $89,700 (54.50%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $74,900. The median gross rent is $0, which is far less than the state median ($1,693), is down $295 (100.00%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. Of occupied housing, owners make up 100.00% (0.00% with a mortgage, 100.00% free-and-clear) and renters 0.00% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. Insufficient data for vacancy rate.

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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$164,600$116,000$95,000$104,500$117,500$160,000$160,400$206,300$0$0$0$0$74,900
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:00%
$500 to $999:00%
$1,000 to $1,499:00%
$1,500 to $1,999:00%
$2,000 to $2,499:00%
$2,500 to $2,999:00%
$3,000 or more:00%
No Rent:00%
Total:0100%
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$295$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):00.00%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):67100.00%
Renter Occupied:00.00%
Total Occupied Housing Units:67100%

Occupied Housing Units:67100.00%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):00.00%
Total Housing Units:67100%
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:5277.61%
Multi-Family Units:00.00%
Other Units:1522.39%
Total Housing Units:67100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 25.60% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is on par with the state rate (44.70%). High school or higher is 96.80%, which is far higher than the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 0.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.60%). Private coverage is 29.50%, which is markedly below the state rate (70.50%). Public coverage is 90.70%, which is markedly above the state rate (32.80%). The share of people in poverty is 0.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.70%), and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 72.70 percentage points. Poverty has been broadly stable, which may reflect structural barriers or offsetting gains and setbacks. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (52.94%). College enrollment is 3.53%, which is markedly below the state rate (27.40%), indicating the community may be more oriented toward vocational/trade or direct-to-workforce opportunities.

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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:00.00%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:53.21%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):7447.44%
Some college, no degree:3723.72%
Associate's degree:00.00%
Bachelor's degree:4025.64%
Graduate or professional degree:00.00%
Total:156100%
High school or higher:15196.79%
Bachelor's degree or higher:4025.64%
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:9824.56%
Public Insurance:30175.44%
No Insurance:00.00%
Total:399100%
Has Health Insurance:399100.00%
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 Poverty0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%57.4%72.7%100.0%55.9%32.2%0.0%
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:00.00%
Kindergarten:00.00%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):4552.94%
High school (grades 9-12):3743.53%
College or graduate school:33.53%
Total:85100%
Early Childhood:00.00%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):8296.47%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 81124 is designated for PO Box delivery only; business establishment and employment data are not available.

# Residential Mailboxes:0Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:0Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:141Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
# of Businesses:0Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$0Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$0Source: CBP
# of Employees:0Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 81124 is located in Conejos County, Colorado, within the Alamosa, CO Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 10480) and Colorado's 3rd Congressional District. This Micro area has a population of 27,622 people, about 0.63% of whom live in ZIP Code 81124. It covers 2.915 sq mi of land and a water area of 0 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Alamosa, COSource: Census
CBSA Number:10480Source: Census
CBSA Type:MicroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:27,622Source: Census
MSA:Source: Census
Land Area:2.915 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:--Source: 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:0811975Source: Census
Place Name:Capulin CDP; ColoradoSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


81125 | | 81123

Schools in ZIP Code 81124


We could not locate which school district 81124 belongs to, but we will update this once new district data is released. There are no public schools nor private schools with a mailing address in this ZIP Code. Listing Nearby schools instead. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

Centauri High School 17889 US Hwy 285
La Jara, CO 81140
District: North Conejos School District RE-1JNearby
Centauri Middle School 17891 US Hwy 285
La Jara, CO 81140
District: North Conejos School District RE-1JNearby
La Jara Elementary School 214 Poplar Street
La Jara, CO 81140
District: North Conejos School District RE-1JNearby
North Conejos Alternative Program 635 Main Street
Lajara, CO 81140
District: North Conejos School District RE-1JNearby
Sanford Junior/Senior High School 755 Second Street
Sanford, CO 81151
District: Sanford School District 6JNearby
Cornerstone Christian Academy 313 Craft Dr
Alamosa, CO 81101
District: Private SchoolNearby
Trinity Lutheran School 52 El Rio Dr
Alamosa, CO 81101
District: Private SchoolNearby
St Peter's Lutheran School 330 Faraday St
Monte Vista, CO 81144
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 81124


Adams State University 208 Edgemont Blvd
Alamosa, CO 81101
Type: Post Secondary
University Of New Mexico-Taos Campus 1157 County Road 110
Ranchos De Taos, NM 87557
Type: Post Secondary
Northern New Mexico College 921 Paseo De Onate
Espanola, NM 87532
Type: Post Secondary
Trinidad State Junior College 600 Prospect Street
Trinidad, CO 81082
Type: Post Secondary
Fort Lewis College 1000 Rim Drive
Durango, CO 81301-3999
Type: Post Secondary
Western Colorado University 1 Western Way
Gunnison, CO 81231
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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