Question 1

Is 80501 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 80501 in Longmont has a crime score of 50/100, which is roughly average for the region. Reported incidents per 1,000 residents track close to the Longmont city median. Both violent and property crime fall within the expected range for an urban ZIP code. Reviewing the Full Crime Report for 80501 and checking the local police department's crime mapping tool for current incident patterns before making decisions is recommended.

Question 2

What are the best schools near 80501?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 80501 has a school score of 100/100, based on NCES EdFacts math and reading proficiency data for public schools in and near ZIP 80501. Schools in this area perform significantly above state averages — proficiency rates consistently outpace both the city and national benchmarks. For families prioritizing public school quality, 80501 ranks among the stronger ZIP codes in Longmont. Scores reflect SY 2020-21 EdFacts assessment data; individual school performance may vary, and reviewing each school's most recent state report card is recommended.

Question 3

What is the average home price in 80501?

Accepted Answer

The median home sale price in 80501 is approximately $495K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. This places 80501 near the metro median for comparable neighborhoods. Median rent in 80501 is available in the Full Market Report. Prices fluctuate with market conditions; Zillow data reflects trailing sale prices, not current listing prices.

Question 4

Is 80501 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 80501 has an overall NeighborScore of 68/100, placing it in the moderate range for Longmont. The score combines crime rate (40% weight), school quality (35%), and relative property value (25%), each normalized to the metro area. At 68/100, 80501 scores similarly to the middle tier of Longmont neighborhoods — neither among the strongest nor the weakest performers. Individual priorities (commute, school age, budget) should guide how much weight you give this composite vs. the component scores.

Longmont — ZIP 80501

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School	Grades	Students	Math ↓	Reading
Burlington Elementary School	PK–05	—	—	—
Central Elementary School	PK–05	—	—	—
Indian Peaks Elementary School	PK–05	—	—	—
Sunset Middle School	06–08	—	—	—
Longmont High School	09–12	—	—	—
Longs Peak Middle School	05–08	—	—	—
Mountain View Elementary School	PK–04	—	—	—
Northridge Elementary School	PK–05	—	—	—
Rocky Mountain Elementary School	PK–05	—	—	—
Skyline High School	09–12	—	—	—
Columbine Elementary School	PK–05	—	—	—
Sanborn Elementary School	PK–05	—	—	—
Twin Peaks Classical Academy	KG–12	—	—	—
Fall River Elementary School	PK–05	—	—	—
Alpine Elementary School	PK–05	—	—	—
Flagstaff Charter Academy	PK–08	—	—	—
Trail Ridge Middle School	06–08	—	—	—
St. Vrain Community Montessori School	PK–08	—	—	—
St. Vrain LaunchED Virtual Academy	KG–12	—	—	—