80026 ZIP Code
Lafayette, Colorado
December 20, 2025
| ZIP Code: | 80026 |
| City/Town: | Lafayette |
| County: | Boulder |
| State: | Colorado |
| ZIP Type: | Standard |
| Population: | 32,675 |
| Median Household Income: | $109,414 |
| Per Capita Income: | $56,865 |
| Total Housing Units: | 13,971 |
| Median Home Value: | $629,000 |
| Land Area: | 22.5 sq miles
58.4 sq km |
| Water Area: | 0.5 sq miles
1.3 sq km |
| Coordinates: | 40.0122, -105.0999 |
Population Information (80026 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population: | 32,675 | -- | -- |
| Male: | 15,972 | 48.9% | 49.6% |
| Female: | 16,703 | 51.1% | 50.4% |
| Median Age: | 39.5 yrs | -- | 38.5 yrs |
| Under 5 years: | 1,751 | 5.4% | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 years: | 2,034 | 6.2% | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 years: | 2,458 | 7.5% | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 years: | 1,718 | 5.3% | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 years: | 1,504 | 4.6% | 6.7% |
| 25 to 34 years: | 4,640 | 14.2% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 years: | 4,774 | 14.6% | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 years: | 4,511 | 13.8% | 12.4% |
| 55 to 59 years: | 2,331 | 7.1% | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years: | 2,092 | 6.4% | 6.4% |
| 65 to 74 years: | 3,274 | 10.0% | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 years: | 1,240 | 3.8% | 4.8% |
| 85 years and over: | 348 | 1.1% | 2.0% |
Housing Information (80026 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value: | $629,000 | -- | $281,900 |
| Median rooms: | 6.2 | -- | 5.5 |
| Median rent: | $1,934 / mo. | -- | $1,268 / mo. |
| Total housing units: | 13,971 | -- | -- |
| Occupied housing units: | 13,639 | 97.6% | 38.0% |
| Vacant housing units: | 332 | 2.4% | 4.6% |
| Housing tenure: | -- | -- | -- |
| Owner-occupied: | 9,434 | 69.2% | 64.8% |
| Renter-occupied: | 4,205 | 30.8% | 35.2% |
Educational Attainment (80026 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population 25 years and over: | 23,210 | -- | -- |
| Less than 9th grade: | 516 | 2.2% | 4.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 442 | 1.9% | 6.1% |
| High school graduate: | 2,450 | 10.6% | 26.4% |
| Some college, no degree: | 3,445 | 14.8% | 19.7% |
| Associate degree: | 1,618 | 7.0% | 8.7% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 9,013 | 38.8% | 20.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 5,726 | 24.7% | 13.7% |
| Percent high school graduate or higher: | -- | 95.9% | 89.1% |
| Percent bachelor's degree or higher: | -- | 63.5% | 34.3% |
Income Information (80026 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income: | $109,414 / yr. | $75,149 / yr. |
| Mean household income: | $152,494 / yr. | $105,833 / yr. |
| Median family income: | $134,430 / yr. | $92,646 / yr. |
| Per capita income: | $56,865 / yr. | $41,261 / yr. |
Employment (80026 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In labor force: | 19,410 | -- | 63.5% |
| Employed: | 18,623 | 96.0% | 96.4% |
| Unemployed: | 781 | 4.0% | 5.3% |
| Not in labor force: | 6,479 | -- | -- |
| Class of Worker: | -- | -- | -- |
| Private wage and salary: | 15,187 | 81.5% | 79.7% |
| Government workers: | 2,241 | 12.0% | 14.2% |
| Self-employed: | 1,182 | 6.3% | 5.9% |
| Unpaid family workers: | 13 | 0.1% | 0.1% |
Race & Ethnicity (80026 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Race (one race): | -- | -- | -- |
| White: | 26,771 | 81.9% | 61.6% |
| Black or African American: | 217 | 0.7% | 12.4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native: | 0 | 0.0% | 1.1% |
| Asian: | 1,077 | 3.3% | 6.0% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander: | 67 | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Some other race: | 1,274 | 3.9% | 8.4% |
| Two or more races: | 3,269 | 10.0% | 10.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race): | 3,010 | 9.2% | 18.7% |
| Mexican: | 5,113 | 15.6% | 11.2% |
| Puerto Rican: | 2,706 | 8.3% | 1.8% |
| Cuban: | 411 | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino: | 98 | 0.3% | 5.0% |
| Not Hispanic or Latino: | 1,898 | 5.8% | 81.1% |
Income Distribution (80026 zip code)
| Household Income | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000: | 199 | 1.5% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999: | 203 | 1.5% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999: | 517 | 3.8% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999: | 817 | 6.0% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999: | 836 | 6.1% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999: | 2,224 | 16.3% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999: | 1,534 | 11.2% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 2,589 | 19.0% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 1,674 | 12.3% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more: | 3,046 | 22.3% | 11.4% |
Commute to Work (80026 zip code)
| Commute Method | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone: | 11,958 | 64.2% | 67.8% |
| Carpooled: | 1,096 | 5.9% | 8.7% |
| Public transportation: | 565 | 3.0% | 4.2% |
| Walked: | 196 | 1.1% | 2.5% |
| Other means: | 441 | 2.4% | 0.9% |
| Worked from home: | 4,090 | 22.0% | 13.8% |
| Mean travel time to work: | 24.0 min | -- | 26.7 min |
Industry (80026 zip code)
| Industry Sector | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: | 173 | 0.9% | 1.6% |
| Construction: | 915 | 4.9% | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing: | 2,184 | 11.7% | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade: | 178 | 1.0% | 2.4% |
| Retail trade: | 1,861 | 10.0% | 11.0% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities: | 460 | 2.5% | 5.8% |
| Information: | 456 | 2.4% | 1.9% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate: | 1,238 | 6.6% | 6.7% |
| Professional, scientific, management: | 4,061 | 21.8% | 12.1% |
| Education, health care, social services: | 4,146 | 22.3% | 23.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, food services: | 1,598 | 8.6% | 9.0% |
| Other services: | 841 | 4.5% | 4.7% |
| Public administration: | 512 | 2.7% | 4.7% |
Poverty Status (80026 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Rate: | -- | 5.4% | 8.8% |
| All people below poverty level: | -- | -- | -- |
| Under 18 years: | -- | -- | 16.3% |
| 18 to 64 years: | -- | -- | 11.0% |
| 65 years and over: | -- | -- | 10.3% |
Health Insurance (80026 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| With health insurance: | 31,340 | 95.9% | 91.3% |
| Private health insurance: | 25,775 | 78.9% | 67.6% |
| Public health coverage: | 8,636 | 26.4% | 35.9% |
| Without health insurance: | 1,284 | 3.9% | 8.7% |
Benefits & Assistance (80026 zip code)
| Households with: | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings: | 11,614 | 85.2% | 77.4% |
| Social Security income: | 3,262 | 23.9% | 31.0% |
| Retirement income: | 2,924 | 21.4% | 21.8% |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI): | 337 | 2.5% | 4.5% |
| Cash public assistance income: | 290 | 2.1% | 1.8% |
| SNAP (food stamps) benefits: | 608 | 4.5% | 11.4% |
Housing Types (80026 zip code)
| Structure Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached: | 8,321 | 59.6% | 61.4% |
| 1-unit, attached: | 2,267 | 16.2% | 6.1% |
| 2 units: | 437 | 3.1% | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 units: | 417 | 3.0% | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 units: | 465 | 3.3% | 4.6% |
| 10 to 19 units: | 692 | 5.0% | 4.3% |
| 20 or more units: | 673 | 4.8% | 9.9% |
| Mobile home: | 699 | 5.0% | 5.8% |
| Boat, RV, van, etc.: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Year Structure Built (80026 zip code)
| Year Built | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later: | 49 | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Built 2010 to 2019: | 2,367 | 16.9% | 8.2% |
| Built 2000 to 2009: | 1,442 | 10.3% | 13.5% |
| Built 1990 to 1999: | 3,540 | 25.3% | 13.2% |
| Built 1980 to 1989: | 2,808 | 20.1% | 13.2% |
| Built 1970 to 1979: | 2,371 | 17.0% | 14.6% |
| Built 1960 to 1969: | 421 | 3.0% | 10.2% |
| Built 1950 to 1959: | 213 | 1.5% | 9.9% |
| Built 1940 to 1949: | 144 | 1.0% | 4.6% |
| Built 1939 or earlier: | 616 | 4.4% | 12.0% |
Bedrooms (80026 zip code)
| Number of Bedrooms | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio): | 51 | 0.4% | 2.4% |
| 1 bedroom: | 1,183 | 8.5% | 3.0% |
| 2 bedrooms: | 3,367 | 24.1% | 9.1% |
| 3 bedrooms: | 4,891 | 35.0% | 15.9% |
| 4 bedrooms: | 3,096 | 22.2% | 18.8% |
| 5 or more bedrooms: | 1,383 | 9.9% | 17.6% |
Heating Fuel (80026 zip code)
| Fuel Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas: | 10,056 | 73.7% | 47.1% |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas: | 171 | 1.3% | 4.9% |
| Electricity: | 3,150 | 23.1% | 40.2% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc.: | 0 | 0.0% | 4.2% |
| Coal or coke: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Wood: | 28 | 0.2% | 1.5% |
| Solar energy: | 108 | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Other fuel: | 42 | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used: | 84 | 0.6% | 0.2% |
Vehicles Available (80026 zip code)
| Vehicles | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle available: | 488 | 3.6% | 8.3% |
| 1 vehicle available: | 4,188 | 30.7% | 32.6% |
| 2 vehicles available: | 5,996 | 44.0% | 37.0% |
| 3 or more vehicles available: | 2,967 | 21.8% | 22.1% |
Home Value Distribution (80026 zip code)
| Value Range | Owner Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $50,000: | 441 | 4.7% | 5.7% |
| $50,000 to $99,999: | 285 | 3.0% | 7.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 55 | 0.6% | 9.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 44 | 0.5% | 10.8% |
| $200,000 to $299,999: | 337 | 3.6% | 19.9% |
| $300,000 to $499,999: | 1,762 | 18.7% | 24.1% |
| $500,000 to $999,999: | 5,452 | 57.8% | 17.0% |
| $1,000,000 or more: | 1,058 | 11.2% | 5.6% |
Housing Costs (80026 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median owner costs (with mortgage): | $2,227 / mo. | $1,828 / mo. |
| Median owner costs (no mortgage): | $682 / mo. | $584 / mo. |
| Median gross rent: | $1,934 / mo. | $1,268 / mo. |
| Average household size (owner-occupied): | 2.43 | 2.53 |
| Average household size (renter-occupied): | 2.31 | 2.38 |
Households (80026 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total households: | 13,639 | -- | -- |
| Married-couple households: | 6,480 | 47.5% | 47.5% |
| Cohabiting couple households: | 2,590 | 19.0% | 7.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse: | 2,659 | 19.5% | 5.4% |
| Female householder, no spouse: | 3,040 | 22.3% | 12.7% |
| Householder living alone: | 4,190 | 30.7% | 28.6% |
| 65 years and over living alone: | 3,770 | 27.6% | 11.8% |
| Average household size: | 2.39 | -- | 2.53 |
| Average family size: | 2.91 | -- | -- |
Marital Status (80026 zip code)
| Population 15 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 12,986 | -- | -- |
| Never married: | 4,619 | 35.6% | 37.0% |
| Now married: | 6,396 | 49.3% | 49.5% |
| Separated: | 104 | 0.8% | 1.5% |
| Widowed: | 1,794 | 13.8% | 2.6% |
| Divorced: | 3,727 | 28.7% | 9.3% |
School Enrollment (80026 zip code)
| Population 3 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolled in school: | 8,063 | -- | -- |
| Nursery school, preschool: | 504 | 6.3% | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten: | 304 | 3.8% | 5.0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 3,762 | 46.7% | 40.5% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 1,525 | 18.9% | 21.4% |
| College or graduate school: | 1,968 | 24.4% | 27.3% |
Veterans & Disability (80026 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian population 18 years and over: | 25,384 | -- | -- |
| Veterans: | 794 | 3.1% | 6.3% |
| Civilian noninstitutionalized population: | 32,624 | -- | -- |
| With a disability: | 2,455 | 7.5% | 13.4% |
| Under 18 with disability: | 240 | 9.8% | 5.8% |
| 18 to 64 with disability: | 1,143 | 46.6% | 10.4% |
| 65 and over with disability: | 1,072 | 43.7% | 33.4% |
Mobility (Residence 1 Year Ago) (80026 zip code)
| Population 1 year and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same house: | 27,013 | 82.7% | 86.9% |
| Different house: | 5,288 | 16.2% | 13.1% |
| Same county: | 3,160 | 59.8% | 7.0% |
| Different county: | 1,943 | 36.7% | 3.2% |
| Different state: | 893 | 16.9% | 2.5% |
| Abroad: | 185 | 3.5% | 0.4% |
Place of Birth (80026 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native born: | 29,720 | 91.0% | 86.2% |
| Foreign born: | 637 | 1.9% | 13.9% |
| Naturalized citizen: | 2,955 | 463.9% | 52.7% |
| Not a citizen: | 2,955 | 463.9% | 47.3% |
| Foreign-born by region: | -- | -- | -- |
| Europe: | 2,955 | 463.9% | 10.5% |
| Asia: | 630 | 98.9% | 31.3% |
| Africa: | 43 | 6.8% | 5.5% |
| Oceania: | 28 | 4.4% | 0.5% |
| Latin America: | 1,350 | 211.9% | 50.0% |
| Northern America: | 152 | 23.9% | 2.2% |
Language Spoken at Home (80026 zip code)
| Population 5 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 30,924 | -- | -- |
| English only: | 26,963 | 87.2% | 78.3% |
| Language other than English: | 3,961 | 12.8% | 21.5% |
| By language: | -- | -- | -- |
| Spanish: | 2,812 | 9.1% | 13.3% |
| Other Indo-European languages: | 620 | 2.0% | 3.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Island languages: | 514 | 1.7% | 3.5% |
| Other languages: | 15 | 0.0% | 1.0% |
Computers & Internet (80026 zip code)
| Households | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with a computer: | 13,639 | 100.0% | 93.1% |
| Households with broadband internet: | 13,312 | 97.6% | 89.4% |
Lafayette, CO80026