Zip Code 80235

CO · Population: 8,593

D
31/100
4
F
Safety
32
D
Affordability
40
C
Quality of Life
48
C
Jobs
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About Zip Code 80235

Zip code 80235 is located in Colorado and is home to approximately 8,593 residents. It receives an overall grade of D (score: 31/100), 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 $509,800 and median rent of $1,655/month against a median income of $70,330. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.

About 41.7% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

Unemployment stands at 4.3%, 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
$70,330
Home Value
$509,800
Rent
$1,655/mo
Median Age
35
College Educated
41.7%
Unemployment
4.3%
Owner-Occupied
52.1%
Rent Burden
28.2% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety4FLower crime = higher score
Affordability32DLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life40CEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy48CLower unemployment = higher
Overall31DWeighted 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).