Zip Code 80216

CO · Population: 16,564

D
32/100
4
F
Safety
32
D
Affordability
50
C+
Quality of Life
40
C
Jobs
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About Zip Code 80216

Zip code 80216 is located in Colorado and is home to approximately 16,564 residents. It receives an overall grade of D (score: 32/100), 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 $369,900 and median rent of $1,813/month against a median income of $71,586. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.

About 36.4% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

Unemployment stands at 5%, 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
$71,586
Home Value
$369,900
Rent
$1,813/mo
Median Age
29
College Educated
36.4%
Unemployment
5%
Owner-Occupied
30.1%
Rent Burden
30.4% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety4FLower crime = higher score
Affordability32DLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life50C+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy40CLower unemployment = higher
Overall32DWeighted 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).