Zip Code 80249

CO · Population: 39,685

D
32/100
4
F
Safety
46
C
Affordability
57
C+
Quality of Life
19
F
Jobs
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About Zip Code 80249

Zip code 80249 is located in Colorado and is home to approximately 39,685 residents. It receives an overall grade of D (score: 32/100), 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 $92,436, with home values near $426,800 and rents around $2,041/month. Affordability is moderate compared to the rest of the country.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 29.6% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 7.7% is above the national average, indicating a weaker local job market.

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
$92,436
Home Value
$426,800
Rent
$2,041/mo
Median Age
31
College Educated
29.6%
Unemployment
7.7%
Owner-Occupied
80.1%
Rent Burden
26.5% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety4FLower crime = higher score
Affordability46CLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life57C+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy19FLower unemployment = higher
Overall32DWeighted 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).