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ZIP 80232

Part of Lakewood, CO
Pop. 23,050·Jefferson County·141st most expensive ZIP in Colorado
Median rent (all units)
$1,585/mo
Year-over-Year
-3.1%
Month-over-Month
+0.4%
vs US Median
-$380
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ZIP 80232 · $1,585
More affordable than 68% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$1,530
1 BR
$1,630
2 BR
$1,940
3 BR
$2,540
4 BR+
$2,830
Research median
$1,940/mo

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

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$19,020/yr
At $1,585/mo median
Location
StateCO
CountyJefferson County
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Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are softening (down 3.1% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.
Based on rent-price momentum (-3.1% YoY, +0.4% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 80232 (Lakewood, CO) is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 38.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
23,050
Median income
$96,217
Median age
39.1
Renters
27.3%
Age distribution
17.2%
27.3%
26.2%
17.5%
Under 1817.2%
18–3427.3%
35–5426.2%
55–6411.8%
65+17.5%
Gender
52%
48%
Male52%
Female48%
Race & ethnicity
66.6%
30.5%
White66.6%
Black0.8%
Hispanic30.5%
Asian5.8%
Education (25+)
27.9%
27%
38.1%
No HS diploma7%
HS diploma27.9%
Some college27%
Bachelor's+38.1%
Housing tenure
72.7%
27.3%
Owner72.7%
Renter27.3%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 80232 in Lakewood, CO has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,404 → $1,585
up 12.9%
Income
$77,115 → $96,217
up 24.8%
Population
22,352 → 23,050
up 3.1%
Renter share
30.1% → 27.3%
-2.8 pts
Bachelor's+
35.7% → 38.1%
+2.4 pts
Median age
39.8 → 39.1
-0.7 yrs

The median rent in ZIP 80232 in Lakewood, CO stood at $1,404 in 2021 and currently runs about $1,585, reflecting a 12.9% increase over the period. On the earnings side, the typical household in ZIP 80232 in Lakewood, CO now reports about $96,217, up from $77,115 in 2021. On paper, paychecks moved up faster than rent, which softens the affordability squeeze versus the 2021 baseline. The population has grown by 3.1% since 2021, moving from about 22,352 residents to roughly 23,050. Renters now make up 27.3% of households, compared with 30.1% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 38.1% of adults here, versus 35.7% in 2021. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and ZIP 80232 in Lakewood, CO reflects that arc in its own way.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 80232 covers Lakewood, CO. The median rent here is $1,585/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,630/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,940/mo.

At 20% of local median household income ($96,217/yr), ZIP 80232 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 3.1% over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 80232?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 80232 (Lakewood, CO) is $1,585. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 80232 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 80232's median rent of $1,585/mo is $380 (19%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 80232 compare to other ZIPs in Colorado?

ZIP 80232 is among the more affordable ZIP codes in Colorado, ranking #141 out of 166 ZIPs at $1,585/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 80232?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $63,000/year (~$30/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,585/mo in ZIP 80232. The local median household income is $96,217/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 80232?

Rent in ZIP 80232 has decreased 3.1% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Is ZIP 80232 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 80232 is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,585/mo, rent takes approximately 20% of the local median household income ($96,217/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 80232 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 80232 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 27.3% of ZIP 80232 households are renters, while 72.7% are owner-occupied. ZIP 80232 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 80232 compare to the rest of Lakewood?

ZIP 80232 is more affordable than Lakewood overall. At $1,585/mo, it's $229 below the Lakewood citywide median of $1,814/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 80232 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 80232 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
20%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,585/mo, rent takes ~20% of ZIP 80232's median household income ($96,217/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 80232 20%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.4%
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