ZIP Code 81225 in Crested Butte, CO

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Crested Butte, Colorado
Names to Avoid:
Crested Butte So, Meridian Lake, Mount Crested Butte, Mt Crested Butte, Riverbend, Skyland
County:Gunnison County
Timezone:Mountain (GMT -07:00)
Local Time:7:47:11 PM
Population:1,074 [See All]
Area Code:970
Classification:PO Box
Coordinates:38.9063, -106.9638
Land Area:28.775 sq mi
Quick Link:
https://www.zip-codes.com/zip-code/81225/zip-code-81225.asp

Download this data |

Download ZIP Boundaries |

Interactive charts load automatically as you scroll. Hover for data, click to explore trends, and use the menu to export.

Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 81225 has 1,074 residents and 505 households (average 2.13 persons per household). The median age is 41.3 years, older than the state (37.2) and slightly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 56.4% male and 43.6% female, which is much higher than the national male share (49.1%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (90.6%, much higher than the state average of 70.7% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (5.0%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 5.0%, which is much lower than the state average (21.9%).

Explore More:Population Over TimeBy Age & GenderBy RaceBy GenderNativity & Citizenship

Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:1,074Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:829Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:0Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:37.3 people per sq mile
Average Income:$93,182Source: Census ACS
Households:505Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$594,600Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.13Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:2.99Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--7097557838579161,2471,3531,4701,4521,3281,0521,028829
Decennial Census952------------------1,074------
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: 41.3

Male Median Age: 40.1

Female Median Age: 43

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male2521292730596348435950512834231015
Female151524162139433852393543244510522
Total40365343519810686959885945279331537
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:97392.05%
Black:10.09%
Hispanic:*545.11%
Asian:50.47%
American Indian:111.04%
Hawaiian:10.09%
Other:121.14%
Total:1,057100%
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:60656.42%40.1 years
Females:46843.58%43.0 years
Total:1,074100%41.3 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:77893.85%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:293.50%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:141.69%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:82.65%
Total Population:829100%
Total Native Population:80797.35%
Total Foreign-born Population:222.65%
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 $93,182, which is markedly greater than the national median ($78,538), is up $39,506 (73.6%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $2,046. Family households earn a median of $131,250 versus $63,750 for nonfamily households (a difference of $67,500). By gender, male median income is $61,544 and female is $46,346, which is considerably lower than the state female median ($59,731), with a current gap of $15,198 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 79.4%, which is considerably higher than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 0.0%, which is markedly below the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Service (37.5%).

Explore More:Income Over TimeHousehold IncomeEmployment StatusBy Occupation

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$53,676$52,458$51,758$51,563$51,458$55,000$56,944$63,616$91,136$80,521$94,091$101,550$93,182
Median Family Income$82,794$57,500$60,500$65,893$56,125$64,375$71,563$131,125$147,411$135,125$144,922$167,875$131,250
Median NonFamily Income$43,889$50,774$46,406$45,000$48,977$51,875$54,063$53,162$50,987$41,250$44,583$56,500$63,750
Median Male Income$36,848$45,469$46,131$48,224$48,452$60,833$64,297$66,838$77,832$68,000$67,946$74,886$61,544
Median Female Income$50,438$36,167$37,303$52,667$38,167$36,923$39,167$23,947$23,636$32,679$37,344$41,563$46,346
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:63779.43%
Unemployed:00.00%
Not In Labor Force:16520.57%
Total:802100%
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:23236.42%
Service:23937.52%
Sales and Office:12419.47%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:426.59%
Production, transportation, and material moving:00.00%
Total Civilian Employed Population:637100%
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 $594,600, which is considerably higher than the national median ($303,400), is up $203,600 (52.07%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $132,500. The median gross rent is $1,717, which is markedly greater than the national median ($1,348), is up $722 (72.56%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $444. Of occupied housing, owners make up 71.14% (58.47% with a mortgage, 41.53% free-and-clear) and renters 28.86% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 73.17%, which is markedly above the state rate (8.63%).

Explore More:Compare Home ValueHome Value Over TimeRent & Over TimeHousing Occupancy

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$391,000$388,300$396,200$417,100$395,300$423,000$423,300$438,300$462,100$476,300$552,500$663,500$594,600
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:00.00%
$500 to $999:4434.65%
$1,000 to $1,499:00.00%
$1,500 to $1,999:4535.43%
$2,000 to $2,499:3426.77%
$2,500 to $2,999:00.00%
$3,000 or more:43.15%
No Rent:00.00%
Total:127100%
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$995$1,093$788$783$1,026$1,269$1,069$1,168$1,273$1,328$1,336$1,567$1,717
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):18341.59%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):13029.55%
Renter Occupied:12728.86%
Total Occupied Housing Units:440100%

Occupied Housing Units:44026.83%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):1,20073.17%
Total Housing Units:1,640100%
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:43226.34%
Multi-Family Units:1,20873.66%
Other Units:00.00%
Total Housing Units:1,640100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 80.80% 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 100.00%, which is far higher than the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 4.70%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.60%). The share of people in poverty is 4.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.70%), up 4.00 percentage points since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 2.60 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 (48.39%). College enrollment is 38.71%, which is comparable to the national rate (26.70%), meaning the community mirrors broader higher-education participation.

Explore More:Educational AttainmentHealth InsurancePoverty Over TimeSchool Enrollment

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:00.00%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):00.00%
Some college, no degree:13518.00%
Associate's degree:91.20%
Bachelor's degree:42857.07%
Graduate or professional degree:17823.73%
Total:750100%
High school or higher:750100.00%
Bachelor's degree or higher:60680.80%
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:62469.88%
Public Insurance:23025.76%
No Insurance:394.37%
Total:893100%
Has Health Insurance:85495.63%
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%1.2%1.6%3.6%2.4%2.6%1.1%1.4%0.0%0.0%2.7%4.0%
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:412.90%
Kindergarten:00.00%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):00.00%
High school (grades 9-12):1548.39%
College or graduate school:1238.71%
Total:31100%
Early Childhood:412.90%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):1548.39%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 81225 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 57 business establishments, employing about 995 people with an annual payroll of $20,511,000.

# Residential Mailboxes:0Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:0Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:1,481Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
# of Businesses:57Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$7,350,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$20,511,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:995Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 81225 is located in Gunnison 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 81225. It covers 28.775 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.065 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:28.775 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.065 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:0818310Source: Census
Place Name:Crested Butte town; ColoradoSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


81226 | | 81224

Schools in ZIP Code 81225


We could not locate which school district 81225 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.

Crested Butte Secondary School 818 Red Lady Avenue
Crested Butte, CO 81224
District: Gunnison Watershed School District RE-1JNearby
Crested Butte Elementary School 818 Red Lady Avenue
Crested Butte, CO 81224
District: Gunnison Watershed School District RE-1JNearby
Marble Charter School 412 West Main Street
Marble, CO 81623
District: Gunnison Watershed School District RE-1JNearby
Gunnison Middle School 1099 North 11th
Gunnison, CO 81230
District: Gunnison Watershed School District RE-1JNearby
Gunnison Elementary School 1099 North 11th
Gunnison, CO 81230
District: Gunnison Watershed School District RE-1JNearby
Aspen Country Day School 85 Country Day Way
Aspen, CO 81611
District: Private SchoolNearby
Paonia Experiential Leadership Academy 12999 Minerich Rd
Paonia, CO 81428
District: Private SchoolNearby
Waldorf School On The Roaring Fork 16543 Hwy 82
Carbondale, CO 81623
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 81225


Western Colorado University 1 Western Way
Gunnison, CO 81231
Type: Post Secondary
Colorado Mountain College 802 Grand Ave.
Glenwood Springs, CO 81601-0233
Type: Post Secondary
Technical College Of The Rockies 1765 Hwy 50
Delta, CO 81416
Type: Post Secondary
Intellitec College-Grand Junction 772 Horizon Dr.
Grand Junction, CO 81506
Type: Post Secondary
Colorado Mesa University 1100 North Avenue
Grand Junction, CO 81501-3122
Type: Post Secondary
The Salon Professional Academy-Grand Junction 432 North Avenue
Grand Junction, CO 81501
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.

  1. U.S. Postal Service [Last Updated: 10/1/2025], https://www.usps.com
  2. ZIP-Codes.com Proprietary Data Enhancements [Updated: 10/1/2025], https://www.zip-codes.com
  3. U.S. Census [Updated: Varies], https://www.census.gov
    • U.S. Census Office of Management and Budget [Updated: As Released]
    • U.S. Census 2020 Demographic & Housing Characteristics (DHC) [Decennial] [Updated: 5/25/2023]
    • 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]
  4. U.S. Geological Survey [Updated: Varies], https://www.usgs.gov
  5. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services [Updated: Annually, As Released], https://www.cms.gov
  6. National Center for Education Statistics [Updated: 10/1/2025], https://nces.ed.gov