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ZIP 80221

Part of Denver, CO
Pop. 39,718·Adams County·64th most expensive ZIP in Colorado
Median rent (all units)
$2,090/mo
Year-over-Year
-6.0%
Month-over-Month
-7.4%
vs US Median
+$128
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ZIP 80221 · $2,090
More expensive than 65% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,962/mo
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Studio
$1,510
1 BR
$1,620
2 BR
$1,930
3 BR
$2,520
4 BR+
$2,820
Research median
$1,930/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$25,080/yr
At $2,090/mo median
Location
CityDenver
StateCO
CountyAdams County
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 6.0% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-6.0% YoY, -7.4% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 80221 (Denver, CO) is majority owner-occupied, 32.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
39,718
Median income
$86,810
Median age
34.9
Renters
29.5%
Age distribution
22.2%
27.9%
29.5%
Under 1822.2%
18–3427.9%
35–5429.5%
55–649.1%
65+11.4%
Gender
50.5%
49.5%
Male50.5%
Female49.5%
Race & ethnicity
49.3%
55%
White49.3%
Black1.5%
Hispanic55%
Asian2%
Education (25+)
13.4%
29.1%
25.3%
32.1%
No HS diploma13.4%
HS diploma29.1%
Some college25.3%
Bachelor's+32.1%
Housing tenure
70.5%
29.5%
Owner70.5%
Renter29.5%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 80221 in Denver, CO has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,762 → $2,090
up 18.6%
Income
$71,537 → $86,810
up 21.3%
Population
40,741 → 39,718
down 2.5%
Renter share
34% → 29.5%
-4.5 pts
Bachelor's+
24.1% → 32.1%
+8.0 pts
Median age
34.4 → 34.9
+0.5 yrs

Rent in ZIP 80221 in Denver, CO has climbed 18.6% since 2021, going from about $1,762 per month to roughly $2,090 today. On the earnings side, the typical household in ZIP 80221 in Denver, CO now reports about $86,810, up from $71,537 in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 40,741 to 39,718 between 2021 and 2024, a 2.5% change. About 29.5% of households rent today, against 34% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 24.1% to 32.1%. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and ZIP 80221 in Denver, CO reflects that arc in its own way.

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

ZIP code 80221 covers Denver, CO. The median rent here is $2,090/mo as of August 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,620/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,930/mo.

At 29% of local median household income ($86,810/yr), ZIP 80221 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 6.0% over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 80221?

As of August 17, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 80221 (Denver, CO) is $2,090. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 80221 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 80221's median rent of $2,090/mo is $128 (7%) above the US national median of $1,962/mo.

How does ZIP 80221 compare to other ZIPs in Colorado?

ZIP 80221 falls in the middle range for Colorado, ranking #64 out of 167 ZIPs at $2,090/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 80221?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $84,000/year (~$40/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,090/mo in ZIP 80221. The local median household income is $86,810/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 80221?

Rent in ZIP 80221 has decreased 6.0% over the past year as of August 17, 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Is ZIP 80221 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 80221 is considered affordable for renters. At $2,090/mo, rent takes approximately 29% of the local median household income ($86,810/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 80221 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 80221 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 29.5% of ZIP 80221 households are renters, while 70.5% are owner-occupied. ZIP 80221 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 80221 compare to the rest of Denver?

ZIP 80221 is pricier than Denver as a whole. At $2,090/mo, it's $206 above the Denver citywide median of $1,884/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 80221 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 80221 reflects August 17, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
29%
AFFORDABLE

At $2,090/mo, rent takes ~29% of ZIP 80221's median household income ($86,810/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 80221 29%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.4%
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