Zip Code 80478

CO · Population: 1,766

B
62/100
4
F
Safety
84
A
Affordability
85
A
Quality of Life
74
B+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 80478

Zip code 80478 is located in Colorado and is home to approximately 1,766 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 62/100), 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.

With a median household income of $97,227 and home values around $803,800, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

About 36.1% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

The local job market is strong, with an unemployment rate of just 2.1%.

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
$97,227
Home Value
$803,800
Rent
—
Median Age
44
College Educated
36.1%
Unemployment
2.1%
Owner-Occupied
92.4%
Rent Burden
—

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety4FLower crime = higher score
Affordability84ALower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life85AEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy74B+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall62BWeighted 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).