Zip Code 80221

CO · Population: 40,140

D
31/100
4
F
Safety
44
C
Affordability
43
C
Quality of Life
32
D
Jobs
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About Zip Code 80221

Zip code 80221 is located in Colorado and is home to approximately 40,140 residents. It receives an overall grade of D (score: 31/100), 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.

The median household income here is $80,748, with home values near $405,300 and rents around $1,612/month. Affordability is moderate compared to the rest of the country.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 25.7% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

Unemployment stands at 5.8%, 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
$80,748
Home Value
$405,300
Rent
$1,612/mo
Median Age
34
College Educated
25.7%
Unemployment
5.8%
Owner-Occupied
67.1%
Rent Burden
24% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety4FLower crime = higher score
Affordability44CLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life43CEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy32DLower unemployment = higher
Overall31DWeighted 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).