Aguilar, CO

Colorado

Aguilar is a small town in Colorado with a population of 442. Residents earn $29,593 per year, which is 61% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
442 Population 1,133/sq mi density
$29,593 Median Income $28,127 per capita
$87,100 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$29,593 median income, 3.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$87,100 home value
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $29,593
61% lower than US avg
Home Value $87,100
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.3%
75% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.5%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.1%
6% higher than US avg

How Aguilar Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population442
Median Age61.5 yrs
Density1,133/mi²
Male / Female41% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 60%

Economy

C+
Median Income$29,593
Per Capita$28,127
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty13.1%
County GDP$323M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$87,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain17.2 in/yr
Elevation6,392 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.3%
High School+71.9%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 44%
Commute21 min
EV Stations1
Libraries4

Is Aguilar a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Aguilar receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Aguilar offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Aguilar is $29,593, 61% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. 13.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Aguilar is $87,100, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Aguilar experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.2 inches, including 48.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Aguilar has a population of 442 with a density of 1,133 people per square mile. The median age is 61.5 years, 58% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (60%), with 8.8% Hispanic.

Population

442
Total Population
1,133
People / sq mi
61.5yrs
Median Age
58% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.5%
Female 59.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Aguilar vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only83.6%
6% above US avg
Spanish16.4%
22% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Aguilar vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Aguilar is $29,593, which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Aguilar vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$29,593
61% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,127
Avg Weekly Wage$853
IRS Avg AGI$52,688

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.1%
6% above US avg
Establishments (County)208
County GDP$323M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare13
Retail33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,536
28% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.0 min
Work from Home3.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Aguilar is $87,100, 69% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$87,100
69% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,083
1 Bedroom$1,161
2 Bedrooms$1,429
3 Bedrooms$1,861
4 Bedrooms$2,178

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,536
28% below US avg
Effective Rate2.91%
In Aguilar, 35.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.4% report depression. 28.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Aguilar vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.5%
11% above US avg
Diabetes12.0%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma11.4%
COPD7.3%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.5%
Physical Inactivity28.0%
Depression24.4%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress16.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.6%
Checkup Rate67.9%
Premature Death14,473/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access45.3%
Healthcare Facilities13

Crime Rates: Aguilar vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Aguilar has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average49.8°F
8% below US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.2 inches
55% below US avg
Snowfall48.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,392 ft (1,948 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density1,133/sq mi
Coordinates37.4036°N, 104.6550°W
County FIPS08055
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 8.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 8.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.9%
D 44.3%

Winner: Republican by 8.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.3%
75% below US avg
High School+71.9%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,133/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities13
Restaurants25
Retail Stores33

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.0 min
Work from Home3.4%

Nearby Cities

Compare Aguilar with another city: