81505 ZIP Code
Grand Junction, Colorado
December 20, 2025
| ZIP Code: | 81505 |
| City/Town: | Grand Junction |
| County: | Mesa |
| State: | Colorado |
| ZIP Type: | Standard |
| Population: | 11,629 |
| Median Household Income: | $82,731 |
| Per Capita Income: | $44,931 |
| Total Housing Units: | 5,183 |
| Median Home Value: | $393,700 |
| Land Area: | 72.1 sq miles
186.6 sq km |
| Water Area: | 0.4 sq miles
1.1 sq km |
| Coordinates: | 39.2141, -108.5884 |
Population Information (81505 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population: | 11,629 | -- | -- |
| Male: | 5,898 | 50.7% | 49.6% |
| Female: | 5,731 | 49.3% | 50.4% |
| Median Age: | 40.7 yrs | -- | 38.5 yrs |
| Under 5 years: | 553 | 4.8% | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 years: | 791 | 6.8% | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 years: | 512 | 4.4% | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 years: | 569 | 4.9% | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 years: | 738 | 6.3% | 6.7% |
| 25 to 34 years: | 1,835 | 15.8% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 years: | 1,651 | 14.2% | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 years: | 1,411 | 12.1% | 12.4% |
| 55 to 59 years: | 738 | 6.3% | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years: | 847 | 7.3% | 6.4% |
| 65 to 74 years: | 1,103 | 9.5% | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 years: | 646 | 5.6% | 4.8% |
| 85 years and over: | 235 | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Housing Information (81505 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value: | $393,700 | -- | $281,900 |
| Median rooms: | 5.5 | -- | 5.5 |
| Median rent: | $1,441 / mo. | -- | $1,268 / mo. |
| Total housing units: | 5,183 | -- | -- |
| Occupied housing units: | 5,056 | 97.5% | 38.0% |
| Vacant housing units: | 127 | 2.5% | 4.6% |
| Housing tenure: | -- | -- | -- |
| Owner-occupied: | 3,532 | 69.9% | 64.8% |
| Renter-occupied: | 1,524 | 30.1% | 35.2% |
Educational Attainment (81505 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population 25 years and over: | 8,466 | -- | -- |
| Less than 9th grade: | 47 | 0.6% | 4.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 374 | 4.4% | 6.1% |
| High school graduate: | 1,569 | 18.5% | 26.4% |
| Some college, no degree: | 2,250 | 26.6% | 19.7% |
| Associate degree: | 826 | 9.8% | 8.7% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 2,359 | 27.9% | 20.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 1,041 | 12.3% | 13.7% |
| Percent high school graduate or higher: | -- | 95.0% | 89.1% |
| Percent bachelor's degree or higher: | -- | 40.2% | 34.3% |
Income Information (81505 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income: | $82,731 / yr. | $75,149 / yr. |
| Mean household income: | $107,004 / yr. | $105,833 / yr. |
| Median family income: | $93,630 / yr. | $92,646 / yr. |
| Per capita income: | $44,931 / yr. | $41,261 / yr. |
Employment (81505 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In labor force: | 6,337 | -- | 63.5% |
| Employed: | 6,252 | 98.8% | 96.4% |
| Unemployed: | 77 | 1.2% | 5.3% |
| Not in labor force: | 3,200 | -- | -- |
| Class of Worker: | -- | -- | -- |
| Private wage and salary: | 4,825 | 77.2% | 79.7% |
| Government workers: | 804 | 12.9% | 14.2% |
| Self-employed: | 610 | 9.8% | 5.9% |
| Unpaid family workers: | 13 | 0.2% | 0.1% |
Race & Ethnicity (81505 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Race (one race): | -- | -- | -- |
| White: | 10,010 | 86.1% | 61.6% |
| Black or African American: | 58 | 0.5% | 12.4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native: | 0 | 0.0% | 1.1% |
| Asian: | 186 | 1.6% | 6.0% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Some other race: | 229 | 2.0% | 8.4% |
| Two or more races: | 1,146 | 9.9% | 10.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race): | 1,008 | 8.7% | 18.7% |
| Mexican: | 2,034 | 17.5% | 11.2% |
| Puerto Rican: | 1,016 | 8.7% | 1.8% |
| Cuban: | 165 | 1.4% | 0.7% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino: | 0 | 0.0% | 5.0% |
| Not Hispanic or Latino: | 853 | 7.3% | 81.1% |
Income Distribution (81505 zip code)
| Household Income | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000: | 159 | 3.1% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999: | 126 | 2.5% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999: | 307 | 6.1% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999: | 295 | 5.8% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999: | 523 | 10.3% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999: | 859 | 17.0% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999: | 884 | 17.5% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 901 | 17.8% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 308 | 6.1% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more: | 694 | 13.7% | 11.4% |
Commute to Work (81505 zip code)
| Commute Method | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone: | 4,761 | 76.2% | 67.8% |
| Carpooled: | 374 | 6.0% | 8.7% |
| Public transportation: | 16 | 0.3% | 4.2% |
| Walked: | 53 | 0.8% | 2.5% |
| Other means: | 317 | 5.1% | 0.9% |
| Worked from home: | 627 | 10.0% | 13.8% |
| Mean travel time to work: | 16.5 min | -- | 26.7 min |
Industry (81505 zip code)
| Industry Sector | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: | 290 | 4.6% | 1.6% |
| Construction: | 429 | 6.9% | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing: | 329 | 5.3% | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade: | 59 | 0.9% | 2.4% |
| Retail trade: | 590 | 9.4% | 11.0% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities: | 432 | 6.9% | 5.8% |
| Information: | 58 | 0.9% | 1.9% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate: | 447 | 7.1% | 6.7% |
| Professional, scientific, management: | 509 | 8.1% | 12.1% |
| Education, health care, social services: | 1,746 | 27.9% | 23.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, food services: | 884 | 14.1% | 9.0% |
| Other services: | 288 | 4.6% | 4.7% |
| Public administration: | 191 | 3.1% | 4.7% |
Poverty Status (81505 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Rate: | -- | 10.3% | 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 (81505 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| With health insurance: | 10,404 | 89.5% | 91.3% |
| Private health insurance: | 8,296 | 71.3% | 67.6% |
| Public health coverage: | 3,718 | 32.0% | 35.9% |
| Without health insurance: | 1,217 | 10.5% | 8.7% |
Benefits & Assistance (81505 zip code)
| Households with: | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings: | 3,964 | 78.4% | 77.4% |
| Social Security income: | 1,470 | 29.1% | 31.0% |
| Retirement income: | 1,373 | 27.2% | 21.8% |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI): | 82 | 1.6% | 4.5% |
| Cash public assistance income: | 68 | 1.3% | 1.8% |
| SNAP (food stamps) benefits: | 265 | 5.2% | 11.4% |
Housing Types (81505 zip code)
| Structure Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached: | 3,583 | 69.1% | 61.4% |
| 1-unit, attached: | 369 | 7.1% | 6.1% |
| 2 units: | 82 | 1.6% | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 units: | 83 | 1.6% | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 units: | 246 | 4.7% | 4.6% |
| 10 to 19 units: | 128 | 2.5% | 4.3% |
| 20 or more units: | 165 | 3.2% | 9.9% |
| Mobile home: | 514 | 9.9% | 5.8% |
| Boat, RV, van, etc.: | 13 | 0.3% | 0.1% |
Year Structure Built (81505 zip code)
| Year Built | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later: | 29 | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Built 2010 to 2019: | 1,040 | 20.1% | 8.2% |
| Built 2000 to 2009: | 1,288 | 24.9% | 13.5% |
| Built 1990 to 1999: | 1,329 | 25.6% | 13.2% |
| Built 1980 to 1989: | 405 | 7.8% | 13.2% |
| Built 1970 to 1979: | 449 | 8.7% | 14.6% |
| Built 1960 to 1969: | 121 | 2.3% | 10.2% |
| Built 1950 to 1959: | 149 | 2.9% | 9.9% |
| Built 1940 to 1949: | 117 | 2.3% | 4.6% |
| Built 1939 or earlier: | 256 | 4.9% | 12.0% |
Bedrooms (81505 zip code)
| Number of Bedrooms | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio): | 22 | 0.4% | 2.4% |
| 1 bedroom: | 138 | 2.7% | 3.0% |
| 2 bedrooms: | 922 | 17.8% | 9.1% |
| 3 bedrooms: | 2,977 | 57.4% | 15.9% |
| 4 bedrooms: | 1,007 | 19.4% | 18.8% |
| 5 or more bedrooms: | 117 | 2.3% | 17.6% |
Heating Fuel (81505 zip code)
| Fuel Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas: | 3,909 | 77.3% | 47.1% |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas: | 26 | 0.5% | 4.9% |
| Electricity: | 1,114 | 22.0% | 40.2% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc.: | 0 | 0.0% | 4.2% |
| Coal or coke: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Wood: | 0 | 0.0% | 1.5% |
| Solar energy: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Other fuel: | 7 | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.2% |
Vehicles Available (81505 zip code)
| Vehicles | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle available: | 106 | 2.1% | 8.3% |
| 1 vehicle available: | 1,453 | 28.7% | 32.6% |
| 2 vehicles available: | 2,287 | 45.2% | 37.0% |
| 3 or more vehicles available: | 1,210 | 23.9% | 22.1% |
Home Value Distribution (81505 zip code)
| Value Range | Owner Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $50,000: | 285 | 8.1% | 5.7% |
| $50,000 to $99,999: | 78 | 2.2% | 7.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 63 | 1.8% | 9.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 87 | 2.5% | 10.8% |
| $200,000 to $299,999: | 429 | 12.1% | 19.9% |
| $300,000 to $499,999: | 1,489 | 42.2% | 24.1% |
| $500,000 to $999,999: | 883 | 25.0% | 17.0% |
| $1,000,000 or more: | 218 | 6.2% | 5.6% |
Housing Costs (81505 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median owner costs (with mortgage): | $1,822 / mo. | $1,828 / mo. |
| Median owner costs (no mortgage): | $477 / mo. | $584 / mo. |
| Median gross rent: | $1,441 / mo. | $1,268 / mo. |
| Average household size (owner-occupied): | 2.27 | 2.53 |
| Average household size (renter-occupied): | 2.37 | 2.38 |
Households (81505 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total households: | 5,056 | -- | -- |
| Married-couple households: | 2,539 | 50.2% | 47.5% |
| Cohabiting couple households: | 891 | 17.6% | 7.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse: | 1,090 | 21.6% | 5.4% |
| Female householder, no spouse: | 1,194 | 23.6% | 12.7% |
| Householder living alone: | 1,299 | 25.7% | 28.6% |
| 65 years and over living alone: | 1,482 | 29.3% | 11.8% |
| Average household size: | 2.30 | -- | 2.53 |
| Average family size: | 2.85 | -- | -- |
Marital Status (81505 zip code)
| Population 15 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 4,942 | -- | -- |
| Never married: | 1,595 | 32.3% | 37.0% |
| Now married: | 2,647 | 53.6% | 49.5% |
| Separated: | 146 | 3.0% | 1.5% |
| Widowed: | 532 | 10.8% | 2.6% |
| Divorced: | 1,265 | 25.6% | 9.3% |
School Enrollment (81505 zip code)
| Population 3 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolled in school: | 2,672 | -- | -- |
| Nursery school, preschool: | 90 | 3.4% | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten: | 74 | 2.8% | 5.0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 1,082 | 40.5% | 40.5% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 543 | 20.3% | 21.4% |
| College or graduate school: | 883 | 33.0% | 27.3% |
Veterans & Disability (81505 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian population 18 years and over: | 9,322 | -- | -- |
| Veterans: | 815 | 8.7% | 6.3% |
| Civilian noninstitutionalized population: | 11,621 | -- | -- |
| With a disability: | 1,573 | 13.5% | 13.4% |
| Under 18 with disability: | 141 | 9.0% | 5.8% |
| 18 to 64 with disability: | 862 | 54.8% | 10.4% |
| 65 and over with disability: | 570 | 36.2% | 33.4% |
Mobility (Residence 1 Year Ago) (81505 zip code)
| Population 1 year and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same house: | 8,741 | 75.2% | 86.9% |
| Different house: | 2,861 | 24.6% | 13.1% |
| Same county: | 1,608 | 56.2% | 7.0% |
| Different county: | 1,213 | 42.4% | 3.2% |
| Different state: | 841 | 29.4% | 2.5% |
| Abroad: | 40 | 1.4% | 0.4% |
Place of Birth (81505 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native born: | 10,887 | 93.6% | 86.2% |
| Foreign born: | 76 | 0.7% | 13.9% |
| Naturalized citizen: | 742 | 976.3% | 52.7% |
| Not a citizen: | 742 | 976.3% | 47.3% |
| Foreign-born by region: | -- | -- | -- |
| Europe: | 742 | 976.3% | 10.5% |
| Asia: | 241 | 317.1% | 31.3% |
| Africa: | 47 | 61.8% | 5.5% |
| Oceania: | 21 | 27.6% | 0.5% |
| Latin America: | 335 | 440.8% | 50.0% |
| Northern America: | 31 | 40.8% | 2.2% |
Language Spoken at Home (81505 zip code)
| Population 5 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 11,076 | -- | -- |
| English only: | 10,072 | 90.9% | 78.3% |
| Language other than English: | 1,004 | 9.1% | 21.5% |
| By language: | -- | -- | -- |
| Spanish: | 579 | 5.2% | 13.3% |
| Other Indo-European languages: | 360 | 3.3% | 3.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Island languages: | 52 | 0.5% | 3.5% |
| Other languages: | 13 | 0.1% | 1.0% |
Computers & Internet (81505 zip code)
| Households | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with a computer: | 5,056 | 100.0% | 93.1% |
| Households with broadband internet: | 4,960 | 98.1% | 89.4% |
Grand Junction, CO81505