| City: | Coal Creek, Colorado |
| County: | Fremont County |
| Timezone: | Mountain (GMT -07:00) |
| Local Time: | 9:04:17 AM |
| Population: | 334 [See All] |
| Area Code: | 719 |
| Classification: | PO Box |
| Coordinates: | 38.3640, -105.1431 |
| Land Area: | 1.146 sq mi |
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Coal Creek sits in a narrow valley in Fremont County, about 18 miles southwest of Colorado Springs. This is a PO Box Only Zone. There's no street delivery alternative here, so every household picks up mail at the post office.
The post office maintains 159 PO Boxes for 138 occupied homes. That 115% adoption rate makes sense: some households keep multiple boxes, and a few residents from surrounding areas use this location too. It's classified as LOCAL_WITH_REGIONAL because service extends beyond the immediate community.
Rural carrier routes (2 distinct routes) handle deliveries to addresses outside the immediate townsite, but PO Boxes remain the primary mail access point for Coal Creek proper.
Coal Creek has 334 residents and covers just 1.2 square miles. The median age is 47.8 years, and 84% of homes are owner-occupied. About 36% of housing units are mobile homes, and the median home value is $205,300.
One striking statistic: 37.9% of workers here work from home. That's more than triple the national average. The remote location and rural character attract people who don't need to commute.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Population | 334 |
| Households | 138 |
| Median Age | 47.8 years |
| Median Household Income | $41,000 |
| Owner-Occupied | 84% |
| Mobile Homes | 36% |
| Work from Home | 37.9% |
Street names tell the story of a small Western town: Main Street runs through the center, with numbered avenues (1st through 8th) forming a grid. Nature-themed roads like Coyote Canyon Road, Quail Ridge Road, and Cotton Tail Trail spread into the surrounding terrain. Coal Creek Drive follows the waterway that gave the town its name.
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Coal Creek, CO 81221A classic small-town layout with Main Street and numbered avenues forming the core, while nature-themed roads (Coyote Canyon, Quail Ridge, Cotton Tail) branch into surrounding terrain.
ZIP Code 81221 has 334 residents and 138 households (average 2.42 persons per household). The median age is 47.8 years, significantly older than the state (37.2) and significantly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 49.1% male and 50.9% female, which is slightly lower than the state male share (50.2%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (89.8%, much higher than the state average of 70.7% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (5.7%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 5.7%, which is much lower than the state average (21.9%).
Explore More:Population Over TimeBy Age & GenderBy RaceBy GenderNativity & Citizenship
| 2020 Population: | 334Source: Census DHC |
| 2024 ACS Population Estimate: | 324Source: Census ACS |
| 2026 ZC Population Estimate: | 0Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Population Density: | 291.4 people per sq mile |
| Average Income: | $34,000Source: Census ACS |
| Households: | 138Source: Census DHC |
| Average House Value: | $199,000Source: Census ACS |
| Persons Per Household: | 2.42Source: Census DHC |
| Average Family Size: | 2.53Source: Census ACS |
| Group | 2010 | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Census ACS Population Estimate | -- | 257 | 269 | 279 | 274 | 286 | 264 | 334 | 346 | 306 | 304 | 414 | 452 | 360 | 324 |
| Decennial Census | 310 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 334 | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Median Age: 47.8
Male Median Age: 48.5
Female Median Age: 45.5
| 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 | 9 | 5 | 9 | 7 | 9 | 6 | 8 | 14 | 10 | 12 | 8 | 14 | 13 | 16 | 12 | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Female | 6 | 11 | 16 | 11 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 11 | 13 | 5 | 10 | 11 | 14 | 15 | 18 | 7 | 4 | 2 |
| Total | 15 | 16 | 25 | 18 | 14 | 11 | 14 | 25 | 23 | 17 | 18 | 25 | 27 | 31 | 30 | 13 | 7 | 5 |
| White: | 300 | 92.31% |
| Black: | 2 | 0.62% |
| Hispanic:* | 19 | 5.85% |
| Asian: | 1 | 0.31% |
| American Indian: | 1 | 0.31% |
| Hawaiian: | 0 | 0% |
| Other: | 2 | 0.62% |
| Total: | 325 | 100% |
| Gender | Count | % | Median Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| Males: | 164 | 49.10% | 48.5 years |
| Females: | 170 | 50.90% | 45.5 years |
| Total: | 334 | 100% | 47.8 years |
| Native, born in the United States: | 320 | 98.77% |
| Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad: | 4 | 1.23% |
| Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total Population: | 324 | 100% |
| Total Native Population: | 324 | 100.00% |
| Total Foreign-born Population: | 0 | 0.00% |
In 2024, the Median household income is $34,000, which is far less than the national median ($78,538), is down $3,750 (9.9%) since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $7,250. Family households earn a median of $0 versus $30,179 for nonfamily households (a difference of $30,179). By gender, male median income is $59,500 and female is $0, which is considerably lower than the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $59,500 that has widened from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 45.8%, which is far less than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 11.6%, which is markedly higher than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Natural resources (35.2%).
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 | $37,750 | $38,571 | $38,750 | $39,844 | $40,625 | $46,250 | $50,278 | $46,389 | $41,250 | $34,886 | $36,471 | $37,016 | $41,000 | $34,000 |
| Median Family Income | $36,786 | $36,667 | $38,906 | $42,188 | $45,000 | $52,813 | $55,833 | $47,361 | $45,313 | $46,667 | $35,313 | $0 | $58,750 | $0 |
| Median NonFamily Income | $28,438 | $38,214 | $28,125 | $28,750 | $23,750 | $18,500 | $19,000 | $20,313 | $26,667 | $28,438 | $29,821 | $24,688 | $28,000 | $30,179 |
| Median Male Income | $31,500 | $31,429 | $33,750 | $41,250 | $0 | $39,722 | $39,792 | $41,042 | $40,313 | $45,000 | $28,750 | $0 | $0 | $59,500 |
| Median Female Income | $28,125 | $28,438 | $30,417 | $31,667 | $0 | $32,813 | $29,375 | $37,857 | $38,125 | $45,625 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Employed: | 122 | 40.53% |
| Unemployed: | 16 | 5.32% |
| Not In Labor Force: | 163 | 54.15% |
| Total: | 301 | 100% |
| Management, business, science, and arts: | 23 | 18.85% |
| Service: | 16 | 13.11% |
| Sales and Office: | 20 | 16.39% |
| Natural resources, construction, and maintenance: | 43 | 35.25% |
| Production, transportation, and material moving: | 20 | 16.39% |
| Total Civilian Employed Population: | 122 | 100% |
In 2024, the median home value is $199,000, which is far less than the national median ($303,400), is up $113,300 (132.21%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $105,100. The median gross rent is $1,225, which is generally lower than the national median ($1,348), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $450. Of occupied housing, owners make up 88.81% (50.42% with a mortgage, 49.58% free-and-clear) and renters 11.19% - making this ZIP Code under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 6.29%, which is far lower than the national rate (10.43%).
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| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $85,700 | $79,200 | $82,900 | $84,000 | $92,500 | $112,500 | $97,500 | $79,300 | $93,900 | $109,700 | $118,000 | $190,600 | $205,300 | $199,000 |
| Less than $500: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $500 to $999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $1,000 to $1,499: | 9 | 60.00% |
| $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: | 6 | 40.00% |
| Total: | 15 | 100% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Rent | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $1,313 | $1,313 | $1,125 | $775 | $900 | $860 | $925 | $1,125 | $1,225 |
| Owner Occupied (with mortgage): | 60 | 44.78% |
| Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage): | 59 | 44.03% |
| Renter Occupied: | 15 | 11.19% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units: | 134 | 100% |
| Occupied Housing Units: | 134 | 93.71% |
| Vacant Housing Units (not graphed): | 9 | 6.29% |
| Total Housing Units: | 143 | 100% |
| Single-Family Units: | 101 | 70.63% |
| Multi-Family Units: | 4 | 2.80% |
| Other Units: | 38 | 26.57% |
| Total Housing Units: | 143 | 100% |
In 2024, 12.40% 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 86.90%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 1.90%, which is far lower than the national rate (8.60%). Private coverage is 45.10%, which is falls below the national rate (67.30%). Public coverage is 69.40%, which is far higher than the national rate (36.30%). The share of people in poverty is 17.70%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.70%), up 14.40 percentage points since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 3.70 percentage points. This signals a sharp increase in hardship - a shrinking consumer base, heavy pressure on public services, and job-market contraction risks. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is high school (67.27%). College enrollment is 16.36%, 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: | 5 | 1.99% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 28 | 11.16% |
| High school graduate (includes equivalency): | 115 | 45.82% |
| Some college, no degree: | 50 | 19.92% |
| Associate's degree: | 22 | 8.76% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 25 | 9.96% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 6 | 2.39% |
| Total: | 251 | 100% |
| High school or higher: | 218 | 86.85% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher: | 31 | 12.35% |
| Private Insurance: | 146 | 38.73% |
| Public Insurance: | 225 | 59.68% |
| No Insurance: | 6 | 1.59% |
| Total: | 377 | 100% |
| Has Health Insurance: | 371 | 98.41% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| % of People in Poverty | 6.3% | 6.0% | 4.5% | 6.0% | 3.8% | 6.2% | 8.0% | 16.5% | 17.0% | 23.4% | 25.2% | 35.2% | 20.7% | 17.7% |
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): | 9 | 16.36% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 37 | 67.27% |
| College or graduate school: | 9 | 16.36% |
| Total: | 55 | 100% |
| Early Childhood: | 0 | 0.00% |
| K-12 (Primary & Secondary School): | 46 | 83.64% |
ZIP Code 81221 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: | 247Source: 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 |
ZIP Code 81221 is located in Fremont County, Colorado, within the Canon City, CO Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 15860) and Colorado's 7th Congressional District. This Micro area has a population of 46,824 people, about 0.71% of whom live in ZIP Code 81221. It covers 1.146 sq mi of land and a water area of 0 sq mi.
| CBSA Name: | Canon City, COSource: Census |
| CBSA Number: | 15860Source: Census |
| CBSA Type: | MicroSource: Census |
| CBSA Division: | --Source: Census |
| CBSA Population: | 46,824Source: Census |
| MSA: | Source: Census |
| Land Area: | 1.146 sq miSource: Census |
| Water Area: | --Source: Census |
| Congressional District: | 07Source: USPS |
| Congressional Land Area: | 342.11 sq miSource: Census |
| PMSA: | Source: Census |
| Intro Date: | < 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Place FIPS Code: | 0815302Source: Census |
| Place Name: | Coal Creek CDP; ColoradoSource: Census |
We could not locate which school district 81221 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.
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 February 1, 2026.