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ZIP 80260

Pop. 34,677·Adams County·150th most expensive ZIP in Colorado
Median rent (all units)
$1,514/mo
Year-over-Year
+7.5%
Month-over-Month
-2.3%
vs US Median
-$451
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ZIP 80260 · $1,514
More affordable than 73% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$1,480
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: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$18,168/yr
At $1,514/mo median
Location
StateCO
CountyAdams County
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Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
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Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 80260 (Federal Heights, CO) is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income below the national average, 15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
34,677
Median income
$61,852
Median age
32.4
Renters
37.6%
Age distribution
28%
26.2%
25.8%
Under 1828%
18–3426.2%
35–5425.8%
55–649.7%
65+10.2%
Gender
49.1%
50.9%
Male49.1%
Female50.9%
Race & ethnicity
44%
60%
White44%
Black1.9%
Hispanic60%
Asian3.2%
Education (25+)
26.5%
33%
24.8%
15.8%
No HS diploma26.5%
HS diploma33%
Some college24.8%
Bachelor's+15.8%
Housing tenure
62.4%
37.6%
Owner62.4%
Renter37.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 80260 in Federal Heights, CO has changed in 5 years

Income
$53,845 → $61,852
up 14.9%
Population
35,291 → 34,677
down 1.7%
Renter share
40.6% → 37.6%
-3.0 pts
Bachelor's+
13.8% → 15.8%
+2.0 pts
Median age
30.4 → 32.4
+2.0 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in ZIP 80260 in Federal Heights, CO now reports about $61,852, up from $53,845 in 2021. The population has contracted by 1.7% since 2021, moving from about 35,291 residents to roughly 34,677. Renters now make up 37.6% of households, compared with 40.6% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 15.8% of adults here, versus 13.8% in 2021.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 80260 covers Federal Heights, CO. The median rent here is $1,514/mo as of July 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 ($61,852/yr), ZIP 80260 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 7.5% over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 80260?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 80260 (Federal Heights, CO) is $1,514. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 80260 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 80260's median rent of $1,514/mo is $451 (23%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 80260 compare to other ZIPs in Colorado?

ZIP 80260 is among the more affordable ZIP codes in Colorado, ranking #150 out of 166 ZIPs at $1,514/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 80260?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $61,000/year (~$29/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,514/mo in ZIP 80260. The local median household income is $61,852/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 80260?

Rent in ZIP 80260 has increased 7.5% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Is ZIP 80260 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 80260 is considered affordable for renters. At $1,514/mo, rent takes approximately 29% of the local median household income ($61,852/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 80260 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 80260 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 37.6% of ZIP 80260 households are renters, while 62.4% are owner-occupied. ZIP 80260 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 80260 compare to the rest of Federal Heights?

ZIP 80260 is more affordable than Federal Heights overall. At $1,514/mo, it's $62 below the Federal Heights citywide median of $1,576/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 80260 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 80260 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
29%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,514/mo, rent takes ~29% of ZIP 80260's median household income ($61,852/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 80260 29%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.4%
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