Zip Code 81523

CO · Population: 669

B
62/100
4
F
Safety
76
B+
Affordability
68
B
Quality of Life
100
A+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 81523

Zip code 81523 is located in Colorado and is home to approximately 669 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 62/100), 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 $86,806 and home values around $705,400, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

About 34% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

The local job market is strong, with an unemployment rate of just 0%.

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
$86,806
Home Value
$705,400
Rent
—
Median Age
60
College Educated
34%
Unemployment
0%
Owner-Occupied
82.1%
Rent Burden
—

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety4FLower crime = higher score
Affordability76B+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life68BEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy100A+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall62BWeighted 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).