Zip Code 80227

CO · Population: 35,187

D
39/100
4
F
Safety
45
C
Affordability
53
C+
Quality of Life
54
C+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 80227

Zip code 80227 is located in Colorado and is home to approximately 35,187 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.

The median household income here is $84,354, with home values near $480,000 and rents around $1,697/month. Affordability is moderate compared to the rest of the country.

About 42.6% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

Unemployment stands at 3.8%, 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
$84,354
Home Value
$480,000
Rent
$1,697/mo
Median Age
40
College Educated
42.6%
Unemployment
3.8%
Owner-Occupied
65.8%
Rent Burden
24.1% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety4FLower crime = higher score
Affordability45CLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life53C+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy54C+Lower 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).