Question 1

Is 81401 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 81401 in Montrose has a crime score of 50/100, which is roughly average for the region. Reported incidents per 1,000 residents track close to the Montrose city median. Both violent and property crime fall within the expected range for an urban ZIP code. Reviewing the Full Crime Report for 81401 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 81401?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 81401 has a school score of 100/100, based on NCES EdFacts math and reading proficiency data for public schools in and near ZIP 81401. 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, 81401 ranks among the stronger ZIP codes in Montrose. 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 81401?

Accepted Answer

The median home sale price in 81401 is approximately $427K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. This places 81401 near the metro median for comparable neighborhoods. Median rent in 81401 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 81401 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 81401 has an overall NeighborScore of 69/100, placing it in the moderate range for Montrose. The score combines crime rate (40% weight), school quality (35%), and relative property value (25%), each normalized to the metro area. At 69/100, 81401 scores similarly to the middle tier of Montrose 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.

Montrose — ZIP 81401

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School	Grades	Students	Math ↓	Reading
Early Childhood Center	PK–PK	—	—	—
Centennial Middle School	06–08	—	—	—
Columbine Middle School	06–08	—	—	—
Johnson Elementary School	PK–05	—	—	—
Montrose High School	09–12	—	—	—
Northside Elementary School	KG–05	—	—	—
Oak Grove Elementary School	KG–05	—	—	—
Pomona Elementary School	KG–05	—	—	—
Cottonwood Elementary School	KG–05	—	—	—
Peak Virtual Academy	KG–12	—	—	—