NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 81506

CO · Population: 11,879

B+
71/100
54
C+
Safety
82
A
Affordability
76
B+
Quality of Life
72
B+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 81506

Zip code 81506 is located in Colorado and is home to approximately 11,879 residents. It receives an overall grade of B+ (score: 71/100), 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 $80,570 and home values around $389,900, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

About 42.5% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

Unemployment stands at 4%, 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
$80,570
Home Value
$389,900
Rent
$1,068/mo
Median Age
51
College Educated
42.5%
Unemployment
4%
Owner-Occupied
64.3%
Rent Burden
15.9% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety54C+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability82ALower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life76B+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy72B+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall71B+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).