Zip Code 80234

CO · Population: 28,796

C
44/100
4
F
Safety
46
C
Affordability
48
C
Quality of Life
79
B+
Jobs
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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

Median Income
$86,131
Home Value
$464,100
Rent
$1,708/mo
Median Age
36
College Educated
36.7%
Unemployment
1.5%
Owner-Occupied
59.1%
Rent Burden
23.8% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety4FLower crime = higher score
Affordability46CLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life48CEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy79B+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall44CWeighted 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).