Zip Code 80480
CO · Population: 1,196
About Zip Code 80480
Zip code 80480 is located in Colorado and is home to approximately 1,196 residents. It receives an overall grade of C (score: 46/100), 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 $208,000 and median rent of N/A/month against a median income of $38,750. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.
About 32.9% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.
Unemployment stands at 4.5%, 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
Score Breakdown
| Dimension | Score | Grade | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Safety | 10 | F | Lower crime = higher score |
| Affordability | 26 | F | Lower cost relative to income = higher |
| Quality of Life | 82 | A | Education, commute, ownership |
| Jobs & Economy | 68 | B | Lower unemployment = higher |
| Overall | 46 | C | Weighted 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).