Denver ZIP Code FAQ

Downtown Denver is primarily covered by ZIP code 80202, which includes the Lower Downtown (LoDo) district, Union Station, and the 16th Street Mall. Adjacent downtown areas also fall under 80203 and 80204.

The Denver metropolitan area has 44 ZIP codes, ranging from 80202 to 80294. These include both standard delivery ZIP codes and PO Box-only codes serving the greater Denver area.

Cherry Creek is primarily in ZIP code 80206, which covers the Cherry Creek North shopping district and surrounding residential areas. Parts of Cherry Creek South fall under ZIP code 80209.

ZIP code 80202 is in the City and County of Denver, Colorado. Denver is unique as both a city and a county, consolidated into a single municipal entity.

ZIP code 80206 (Cherry Creek/Congress Park) is consistently ranked among the wealthiest in Denver, with median home values exceeding $800,000 and a high concentration of luxury retail and dining.

Denver International Airport (DEN) is located in ZIP code 80249 in the Green Valley Ranch area of far northeast Denver. The airport's mailing address uses this ZIP code.

The Highlands neighborhood spans ZIP codes 80211 and 80212. These areas include the popular LoHi (Lower Highlands) dining district and the residential Upper Highlands.

ZIP code 80203 covers parts of Capitol Hill and the Golden Triangle, making it one of Denver's most walkable and culturally vibrant areas. It offers excellent access to restaurants, nightlife, museums, and downtown.

Washington Park (Wash Park) is primarily in ZIP code 80209, which also covers parts of South Denver. The eastern portion of the park area extends into ZIP code 80210.

You can use the search bar on DenverZipCodes.com to look up your ZIP code by neighborhood name or address. You can also view all Denver ZIP codes on our interactive map page.

ZIP codes near downtown Denver include 80202 (LoDo/CBD), 80203 (Capitol Hill), 80204 (Lincoln Park/Sun Valley), 80205 (Five Points/RiNo), 80211 (Highlands), and 80218 (Uptown).

Denver sits at approximately 5,280 feet (1,609 meters) above sea level — exactly one mile high. ZIP codes across the metro area range from about 5,130 to 5,690 feet in elevation.

No, Denver and Aurora have separate ZIP codes. While some ZIP codes like 80247 and 80224 border both cities, Aurora primarily uses the 80010-80019 and 80040-80047 ZIP code ranges.

The University of Denver (DU) is located in ZIP code 80208, a unique ZIP code dedicated primarily to the university campus. The surrounding University Hills neighborhood uses 80210.

Safety varies within ZIP codes, but areas like 80206 (Cherry Creek), 80209 (Washington Park), and 80210 (University Hills) consistently report lower crime rates. Always check current local crime data for specific blocks.