Zip Code 81047
CO · Population: 1,588
About Zip Code 81047
Zip code 81047 is located in Colorado and is home to approximately 1,588 residents. It receives an overall grade of C+ (score: 51/100), 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 $117,900 and median rent of N/A/month against a median income of $46,942. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.
Educational attainment is below the national average, with 13.9% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.
The local job market is strong, with an unemployment rate of just 0.7%.
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 | 39 | D | Lower cost relative to income = higher |
| Quality of Life | 64 | B | Education, commute, ownership |
| Jobs & Economy | 92 | A+ | Lower unemployment = higher |
| Overall | 51 | 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).