Zip Code 80223

CO · Population: 19,848

F
29/100
4
F
Safety
37
D
Affordability
45
C
Quality of Life
31
D
Jobs
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About Zip Code 80223

Zip code 80223 is located in Colorado and is home to approximately 19,848 residents. It receives an overall grade of F (score: 29/100), 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 $459,100 and median rent of $1,545/month against a median income of $73,907. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.

About 43.4% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

Unemployment stands at 5.9%, 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
$73,907
Home Value
$459,100
Rent
$1,545/mo
Median Age
33
College Educated
43.4%
Unemployment
5.9%
Owner-Occupied
45.6%
Rent Burden
25.1% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety4FLower crime = higher score
Affordability37DLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life45CEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy31DLower unemployment = higher
Overall29FWeighted 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).