Zip Code 80214

CO · Population: 26,634

D
30/100
4
F
Safety
33
D
Affordability
45
C
Quality of Life
38
D
Jobs
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About Zip Code 80214

Zip code 80214 is located in Colorado and is home to approximately 26,634 residents. It receives an overall grade of D (score: 30/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

Crime rates here are considerably above the national average. Safety is a significant concern in this area.

Housing costs are a challenge in this area, with home values at $472,700 and median rent of $1,412/month against a median income of $68,009. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.

About 35.5% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

Unemployment stands at 5.2%, which is near the national average.

Scores are percentile-based: a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that dimension. Data is sourced from the US Census Bureau (ACS 5-year estimates) and the FBI Uniform Crime Report.

Demographics & Economics

Median Income
$68,009
Home Value
$472,700
Rent
$1,412/mo
Median Age
35
College Educated
35.5%
Unemployment
5.2%
Owner-Occupied
37.1%
Rent Burden
24.9% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety4FLower crime = higher score
Affordability33DLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life45CEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy38DLower unemployment = higher
Overall30DWeighted average

Methodology

All scores are percentile-based (0–100): a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that metric. Safety uses FBI Uniform Crime Report state-level data (Phase 2 will add zip-level granularity). Economic and demographic data is from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates (2022).