Zip Code 80229

CO · Population: 55,929

D
30/100
4
F
Safety
36
D
Affordability
32
D
Quality of Life
49
C
Jobs
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About Zip Code 80229

Zip code 80229 is located in Colorado and is home to approximately 55,929 residents. It receives an overall grade of D (score: 30/100), 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 $349,600 and median rent of $1,631/month against a median income of $74,420. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 18.1% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

Unemployment stands at 4.2%, 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
$74,420
Home Value
$349,600
Rent
$1,631/mo
Median Age
32
College Educated
18.1%
Unemployment
4.2%
Owner-Occupied
66.4%
Rent Burden
26.3% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety4FLower crime = higher score
Affordability36DLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life32DEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy49CLower unemployment = higher
Overall30DWeighted 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).