86021 Colorado City, AZ - Border Community Regional Hub

ZIP Code 86021, Colorado City

Border Hub

LocationMohave County, AZ

Area128.1 sq mi

Population4,133

Households762

PO Boxes1,784 Regional Hub (234%)

Median Age18.3 years (Young)

ZIP CreatedBefore Oct 2004

Key Facts

This is a PO Box Only Zone with no alternative mail delivery across 128 square miles of Arizona-Utah border territory
The post office maintains 1,784 PO Boxes for just 762 local households, a 2.34 adoption rate indicating significant regional service beyond the immediate community
With 5.42 people per household, Colorado City has one of the largest average household sizes in Arizona, more than double the national average
Median age is 18.3 years, making this one of the youngest communities in the state
Despite having 63 street names and some street delivery (1 city route, 1 rural route), PO Boxes remain the primary mail access method
Transportation and warehousing dominate the local economy, with more workers in this sector than the total workforce count suggests (likely commuters or seasonal variation)

A Border Community

Colorado City sits on the Arizona-Utah border in Mohave County, straddling 128 square miles of remote plateau country. With 4,133 residents across 762 households, this is a community of large families. The average household has 5.42 people, more than double the national average. Median age is just 18.3 years, making it one of the youngest communities in Arizona.

Mail Demand Exceeds Local Population

This is a PO Box Only Zone. There's no alternative mail delivery across the entire territory. The Colorado City post office maintains 1,784 PO Boxes for 762 local households, a 2.34 adoption rate that places it firmly in regional hub territory. That means the post office serves not just local residents but people from surrounding areas who travel here for mail access.

Metric	Count
PO Boxes	1,784
Local Households	762
Adoption Rate	2.34x
Business Delivery Points	264

Mixed Delivery Patterns

Mail delivery uses a mixed pattern. Most addresses receive rural route delivery (335 ZIP+4 records on one rural route), with a small city carrier route serving 3 records. Street addresses follow a traditional grid: S Central St (16 delivery points), W Taylor Ave (13), W Johnson Ave (11), and W Arizona Ave (10) are the most developed. Despite 63 distinct street names, the post office remains the central mail hub.

Community Demographics

The population is 98.4% White (4,067 of 4,133 residents), with small Hispanic (113) and American Indian (6) populations. Housing is split nearly evenly between owners (395 units) and renters (367 units). Median home value is $239,400, with median rent at $1,397. Just 8 of the 874 housing units are seasonal, indicating a year-round community.

Economic Profile

Colorado City's economy centers on transportation and warehousing. Of the 1,141 workers in the ACS sample, 1,277 work in transportation, warehousing, and utilities. Another 20.4% work from home, well above typical rates for rural Arizona. Median household income is $75,781. The community has 87 business establishments employing 846 people.

Postal Classification

Colorado City operates under PO Box classification despite having street delivery infrastructure. The classification dates to before October 2004, when USPS tracking began. The city delivery indicator shows "N" (no city carrier delivery), consistent with the rural route dominance. This is a regional service point where PO Boxes handle the bulk of mail for a wide service area.

Nearby Communities

The ZIP serves an area that includes Colorado City (1.7 miles from the post office centroid), Hildale, UT (4.4 miles), and Apple Valley, UT (6.9 miles). The border location means this post office serves communities on both sides of the state line.

Mailing to Colorado City

For PO Box delivery:

Recipient Name
PO Box [number]
Colorado City, AZ 86021

For street addresses (limited availability):

Recipient Name
[Street Address]
Colorado City, AZ 86021

Street Name Patterns

Numbered Grid Geographic Names

Traditional grid pattern with named avenues (Taylor, Johnson, Arizona) running east-west and named streets (Central, Oak, Barlow) running north-south, typical of planned Western communities.

Nearby Areas

Colorado City Hildale Apple Valley South Zion Estates Rockville

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Population & Demographics

ZIP Code 86021 has 4,133 residents and 762 households (average 5.42 persons per household). The median age is 18.3 years, significantly younger than the state (38.9) and significantly younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 49.4% male and 50.6% female, which is about the same as the national male share (49.1%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (98.4%, much higher than the state average of 60.4% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (0.8%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 0.8%, which is much lower than the state average (30.7%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.

2020 Population:	4,133Source: Census DHC
2024 ACS Population Estimate:	4,619Source: Census ACS
2026 ZC Population Estimate:	0Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:	24.0 people per sq mile
Average Income:	$75,781Source: Census ACS

Households:	762Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:	$239,400Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:	5.42Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:	4.48Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)

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Group	2010	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Census ACS Population Estimate	--	5,595	5,738	6,019	6,131	6,219	6,302	6,325	6,023	6,160	5,959	4,189	4,118	4,619
Decennial Census	6,085	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	4,133	--	--	--

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

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

Median Age: 18.3

Male Median Age: 17.4

Female Median Age: 19.3

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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	226	297	344	290	172	147	111	95	81	62	55	39	37	30	23	15	5	11
Female	230	234	314	319	170	147	132	126	99	84	56	55	28	36	22	18	17	6
Total	456	531	658	609	342	294	243	221	180	146	111	94	65	66	45	33	22	17

Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

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Population by Race

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White:	4,067	98.83%
Black:	0	0%
Hispanic:*	33	0.80%
Asian:	3	0.07%
American Indian:	6	0.15%
Hawaiian:	0	0%
Other:	6	0.15%
Total:	4,115	100%

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.

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Gender Breakdown

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Gender	Count	%	Median Age
Males:	2,040	49.36%	17.4 years
Females:	2,093	50.64%	19.3 years
Total:	4,133	100%	18.3 years

Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship

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Native, born in the United States:	4,619	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:	4,619	100%
Total Native Population:	4,619	100.00%
Total Foreign-born Population:	0	0.00%

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 $75,781, which is below the national median ($78,538), is up $38,742 (104.6%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $16,977. Family households earn a median of $71,667 versus $30,592 for nonfamily households (a difference of $41,075). By gender, male median income is $55,813 and female is $31,875, which is considerably lower than the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $23,938 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 65.4%, which is notably higher than the state rate (60.5%). The unemployment rate is 4.7%, which is slightly lower than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (32.9%).

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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)

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Income Type	2011	2012	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Median Household Income	$37,039	$35,541	$29,944	$30,962	$31,524	$43,583	$42,500	$46,075	$58,804	$54,792	$56,486	$62,279	$75,781
Median Family Income	$43,359	$35,473	$29,861	$31,101	$33,750	$44,000	$43,850	$47,618	$51,923	$48,824	$51,207	$55,286	$71,667
Median NonFamily Income	$9,861	$9,479	$11,406	$11,406	$23,796	$24,417	$24,508	$26,771	$26,307	$33,839	$19,300	$0	$30,592
Median Male Income	$27,861	$25,313	$31,332	$30,757	$30,847	$35,154	$36,438	$38,063	$40,154	$43,370	$50,975	$52,667	$55,813
Median Female Income	$27,788	$32,578	$29,028	$27,917	$27,727	$29,741	$30,588	$30,268	$31,836	$27,250	$29,144	$30,821	$31,875

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income

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

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Employment Status

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Employed:	1,689	62.26%
Unemployed:	84	3.10%
Not In Labor Force:	940	34.65%
Total:	2,713	100%

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)

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Management, business, science, and arts:	555	32.86%
Service:	283	16.76%
Sales and Office:	259	15.33%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:	380	22.50%
Production, transportation, and material moving:	212	12.55%
Total Civilian Employed Population:	1,689	100%

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 $239,400, which is far less than the state median ($358,900), is up $72,600 (43.53%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $55,100. The median gross rent is $1,397, which is edges past the national median ($1,348), is up $334 (31.42%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $176. Of occupied housing, owners make up 67.56% (66.73% with a mortgage, 33.27% free-and-clear) and renters 32.44% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 8.53%, which is far lower than the state rate (11.00%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)

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

Median Home Value Over Time

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Median Home Value	$166,800	$171,800	$191,900	$183,100	$180,500	$183,200	$180,200	$134,400	$184,300	$0	$173,000	$217,100	$239,400

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid

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Less than $500:	0	0.00%
$500 to $999:	49	19.29%
$1,000 to $1,499:	52	20.47%
$1,500 to $1,999:	6	2.36%
$2,000 to $2,499:	16	6.30%
$2,500 to $2,999:	0	0.00%
$3,000 or more:	41	16.14%
No Rent:	90	35.43%
Total:	254	100%

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

Median Gross Rent Over Time

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Median Rent	$1,063	$990	$819	$722	$770	$778	$825	$814	$1,221	$1,679	$1,750	$0	$1,397

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy

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Owner Occupied (with mortgage):	353	45.08%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):	176	22.48%
Renter Occupied:	254	32.44%
Total Occupied Housing Units:	783	100%

Occupied Housing Units:	783	91.47%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):	73	8.53%
Total Housing Units:	856	100%

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

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

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Single-Family Units:	721	84.23%
Multi-Family Units:	62	7.24%
Other Units:	73	8.53%
Total Housing Units:	856	100%

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

Education, Health & Community

In 2023, 15.80% 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 78.10%, which is far lower than the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 31.50%, which is far higher than the national rate (8.60%). Private coverage is 33.50%, which is far lower than the national rate (67.30%). The share of people in poverty is 23.10%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.70%), down 16.00 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 4.20 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 (57.73%). College enrollment is 9.94%, which is far lower than the national rate (26.70%), indicating the community may be more oriented toward vocational/trade or direct-to-workforce opportunities.

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)

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Less than 9th grade:	99	5.71%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:	281	16.21%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):	687	39.64%
Some college, no degree:	285	16.45%
Associate's degree:	107	6.17%
Bachelor's degree:	219	12.64%
Graduate or professional degree:	55	3.17%
Total:	1,733	100%
High school or higher:	1,353	78.07%
Bachelor's degree or higher:	274	15.81%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

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

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Private Insurance:	1,547	32.74%
Public Insurance:	1,722	36.44%
No Insurance:	1,456	30.81%
Total:	4,725	100%
Has Health Insurance:	3,269	69.19%

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

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2024)

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
% of People in Poverty	39.1%	46.0%	52.0%	52.5%	49.3%	42.2%	42.6%	33.1%	27.3%	41.1%	39.6%	30.9%	23.1%

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 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)

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Nursery School, Preschool:	114	6.48%
Kindergarten:	88	5.00%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):	1,016	57.73%
High school (grades 9-12):	367	20.85%
College or graduate school:	175	9.94%
Total:	1,760	100%
Early Childhood:	202	11.48%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):	1,471	83.58%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

City:	Colorado City, Arizona
County:	Mohave County
Timezone:	Mountain (GMT -07:00)
Local Time:	10:16:59 PM
Population:	4,133 [See All]
Area Code:	928
Classification:	PO Box
Coordinates:	36.6002, -112.9525
Land Area:	172.359 sq mi
Quick Link:	https://www.zip-codes.com/zip-code/86021/zip-code-86021.asp

# Residential Mailboxes:	0Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:	0Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:	2,045Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:	0Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:	0Source: USPS

# of Businesses:	85Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:	$8,217,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:	$33,687,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:	859Source: CBP

CBSA Name:	Lake Havasu City-Kingman, AZSource: Census
CBSA Number:	29420Source: Census
CBSA Type:	MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:	--Source: Census
CBSA Population:	217,420Source: Census
MSA:	Las Vegas, NV-AZ MSASource: Census
Land Area:	172.359 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:	0.008 sq miSource: Census

Congressional District:	09Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:	164.79 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:	--Source: Census
Intro Date:	< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:	0414870Source: Census
Place Name:	Colorado City town; ArizonaSource: Census

ZIP Code 86021 in Colorado City, AZ

86021 Colorado City, AZ - Border Community Regional Hub

ZIP Code 86021, Colorado City

Key Facts

A Border Community

Mail Demand Exceeds Local Population

Mixed Delivery Patterns

Community Demographics

Economic Profile

Postal Classification

Nearby Communities

Mailing to Colorado City

Street Name Patterns

Nearby Areas

Population & Demographics

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)

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

Population by Race

Gender Breakdown

Nativity & Citizenship

Income & Employment

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

Average Household Income

Employment Status

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

Housing & Affordability

Median Home Value (Comparison)

Median Home Value Over Time

Gross Rent Paid

Median Gross Rent Over Time

Housing Occupancy

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

Education, Health & Community

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)

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

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2024)

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)

Business & Employment Statistics

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes

Schools in ZIP Code 86021

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 86021

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