Zip Code 81521
CO · Population: 16,431
About Zip Code 81521
Zip code 81521 is located in Colorado and is home to approximately 16,431 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 65/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.
Crime rates in this area are roughly in line with national averages.
The median household income here is $73,826, with home values near $360,800 and rents around $1,328/month. Affordability is moderate compared to the rest of the country.
About 32.1% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.
Unemployment stands at 4.2%, 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 | 45 | C | Lower crime = higher score |
| Affordability | 64 | B | Lower cost relative to income = higher |
| Quality of Life | 80 | A | Education, commute, ownership |
| Jobs & Economy | 70 | B+ | Lower unemployment = higher |
| Overall | 65 | B | 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).