Zip Code 80234
CO · Population: 28,796
About Zip Code 80234
Zip code 80234 is located in Colorado and is home to approximately 28,796 residents. It receives an overall grade of C (score: 44/100), 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 $86,131, with home values near $464,100 and rents around $1,708/month. Affordability is moderate compared to the rest of the country.
About 36.7% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.
The local job market is strong, with an unemployment rate of just 1.5%.
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
Score Breakdown
| Dimension | Score | Grade | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Safety | 4 | F | Lower crime = higher score |
| Affordability | 46 | C | Lower cost relative to income = higher |
| Quality of Life | 48 | C | Education, commute, ownership |
| Jobs & Economy | 79 | B+ | Lower unemployment = higher |
| Overall | 44 | C | Weighted 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).