Zip Code 80247

CO · Population: 28,580

F
26/100
4
F
Safety
18
F
Affordability
49
C
Quality of Life
31
D
Jobs
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About Zip Code 80247

Zip code 80247 is located in Colorado and is home to approximately 28,580 residents. It receives an overall grade of F (score: 26/100), 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 $280,200 and median rent of $1,650/month against a median income of $57,916. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.

About 42.1% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

Unemployment stands at 5.9%, 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
$57,916
Home Value
$280,200
Rent
$1,650/mo
Median Age
35
College Educated
42.1%
Unemployment
5.9%
Owner-Occupied
37.8%
Rent Burden
34.2% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety4FLower crime = higher score
Affordability18FLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life49CEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy31DLower unemployment = higher
Overall26FWeighted 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).