NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 81240

CO · Population: 4,386

B
61/100
56
C+
Safety
76
B+
Affordability
67
B
Quality of Life
44
C
Jobs
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About Zip Code 81240

Zip code 81240 is located in Colorado and is home to approximately 4,386 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 61/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

Crime rates in this area are roughly in line with national averages.

With a median household income of $81,583 and home values around $285,800, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

About 33.1% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

The unemployment rate of 7.5% 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
$81,583
Home Value
$285,800
Rent
$1,218/mo
Median Age
41
College Educated
33.1%
Unemployment
7.5%
Owner-Occupied
85.3%
Rent Burden
17.9% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety56C+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability76B+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life67BEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy44CLower unemployment = higher
Overall61BWeighted 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).