Zip Code 80226

CO · Population: 32,063

D
39/100
4
F
Safety
38
D
Affordability
52
C+
Quality of Life
61
B
Jobs
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About Zip Code 80226

Zip code 80226 is located in Colorado and is home to approximately 32,063 residents. It receives an overall grade of D (score: 39/100), 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 $478,000 and median rent of $1,625/month against a median income of $75,967. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.

About 37.5% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

Unemployment stands at 3.3%, 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
$75,967
Home Value
$478,000
Rent
$1,625/mo
Median Age
36
College Educated
37.5%
Unemployment
3.3%
Owner-Occupied
52.7%
Rent Burden
25.7% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety4FLower crime = higher score
Affordability38DLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life52C+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy61BLower unemployment = higher
Overall39DWeighted 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).