Zip Code 80542

CO · Population: 5,179

C+
58/100
4
F
Safety
94
A+
Affordability
74
B+
Quality of Life
61
B
Jobs
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About Zip Code 80542

Zip code 80542 is located in Colorado and is home to approximately 5,179 residents. It receives an overall grade of C+ (score: 58/100), 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 $126,750 and home values around $502,900, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

About 45.1% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

Unemployment stands at 3.3%, 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
$126,750
Home Value
$502,900
Rent
—
Median Age
38
College Educated
45.1%
Unemployment
3.3%
Owner-Occupied
96.6%
Rent Burden
—

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety4FLower crime = higher score
Affordability94A+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life74B+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy61BLower unemployment = higher
Overall58C+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).