Zip Code 81654

CO · Population: 1,631

B
66/100
4
F
Safety
95
A+
Affordability
82
A
Quality of Life
85
A
Jobs
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About Zip Code 81654

Zip code 81654 is located in Colorado and is home to approximately 1,631 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 66/100), 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 $111,201 and home values around N/A, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

The community is highly educated — 56.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of ~33%.

The local job market is strong, with an unemployment rate of just 0.4%.

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
$111,201
Home Value
—
Rent
$545/mo
Median Age
49
College Educated
56.2%
Unemployment
0.4%
Owner-Occupied
83.7%
Rent Burden
5.9% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety4FLower crime = higher score
Affordability95A+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life82AEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy85ALower unemployment = higher
Overall66BWeighted 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).