ZIP code 81201
Where is ZIP code 81201?
Salida, Colorado
Chaffee County · Standard ZIP code
ZIP code 81201 belongs to Salida, Colorado in Chaffee County. 81201 is a standard ZIP code, so it covers street addresses as well as PO Boxes. It is in the Mountain Time zone and uses area codes 719 and 970. About 9,294 people live in the 81201 area, where the median household income is $80,248. The closest ZIP codes are 81242 (Poncha Springs, 4.4 mi west), 81236 (Nathrop, 14.3 mi northwest) and 81233 (Howard, 14.7 mi southeast).
| ZIP code | 81201 |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard ZIP code for street addresses and PO Boxes |
| Status | Active |
| City | Salida |
| Also accepted | Poncha Spgs, Poncha Springs |
| State | Colorado (CO) |
| County | Chaffee County |
| Time zone | Mountain Time · now |
| Area codes | 719, 970 |
| Coordinates | 38.5259, -105.9978 map |
| 3-digit prefix | 812 |
Population and income in 81201
| Population | 9,294 · higher than 65% of Colorado ZIP codes |
|---|---|
| People per square mile | 23 · lower than 53% of Colorado ZIP codes |
| Median age | 47.8 years · higher than 70% of Colorado ZIP codes |
| Men / women | 49% / 51% |
| Median household income | $80,248 · lower than 55% of Colorado ZIP codes |
| Income per person | $51,183 |
| Below the poverty line | 12% |
| Bachelor’s degree or higher | 52% of adults 25+ |
| Median home value | $674,000 · higher than 80% of Colorado ZIP codes |
| Median rent | $1,459 a month |
| Housing units | 5,321 |
| Households | 4,712 (1.94 people on average) |
| Owners / renters | 70% / 31% |
| Land area | 400.57 sq mi (plus 0.26 sq mi of water) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates (2020–2024) for ZIP Code Tabulation Area 81201. Census ZIP areas are close to, but not exactly the same as, USPS delivery areas.
ZIP codes near 81201
| ZIP code | City | Distance | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 81242 | Poncha Springs, CO | 4.4 mi W | PO Box only |
| 81236 | Nathrop, CO | 14.3 mi NW | Standard |
| 81233 | Howard, CO | 14.7 mi SE | Standard |
| 81222 | Coaldale, CO | 15.2 mi SE | PO Box only |
| 81227 | Monarch, CO | 16.1 mi W | PO Box only |
| 81155 | Villa Grove, CO | 17.1 mi S | Standard |
| 81223 | Cotopaxi, CO | 19.9 mi SE | Standard |
| 81211 | Buena Vista, CO | 23 mi N | Standard |
| 81248 | Sargents, CO | 24.2 mi W | PO Box only |
| 81232 | Hillside, CO | 27.6 mi SE | PO Box only |
| 81215 | Canon City, CO | 28.4 mi E | PO Box only |
| 81241 | Pitkin, CO | 28.6 mi W | PO Box only |
Straight-line distance between ZIP code center points. Find every ZIP code within 10 miles of 81201 or measure the distance to another ZIP code.
How to address mail to 81201
123 MAIN ST
SALIDA CO 81201
Put the city, the two-letter state code and the ZIP code on the last line. USPS also accepts PONCHA SPGS and PONCHA SPRINGS as the city name for 81201. Avoid Cleora, Maysville, Smeltertown, Swissvale and Turret and other local names: USPS doesn’t recognize them as the city for this ZIP code. Adding the 4-digit ZIP+4 code (81201-XXXX) helps mail sort faster but isn’t required.
Questions
- What city is ZIP code 81201?
- 81201 is a Salida, Colorado ZIP code. Poncha Spgs and Poncha Springs are also accepted as the city name.
- What county is 81201 in?
- ZIP code 81201 is in Chaffee County, Colorado.
- What time zone is ZIP code 81201 in?
- 81201 is in the Mountain Time zone (America/Denver).
- What area code is 81201?
- Phone numbers in ZIP code 81201 use area codes 719 and 970.
- What is the population of ZIP code 81201?
- About 9,294 people live in ZIP code 81201, according to the Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (2020–2024).
- What is the median income in 81201?
- The median household income in 81201 is $80,248 a year, lower than 55% of Colorado ZIP codes.
- What ZIP codes are near 81201?
- The nearest ZIP codes to 81201 are 81242 (Poncha Springs, 4.4 miles), 81236 (Nathrop, 14.3 miles), 81233 (Howard, 14.7 miles) and 81222 (Coaldale, 15.2 miles).