Alma, CO

Colorado

Alma is a small town in Colorado with a population of 242. Residents earn $52,727 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
242 Population 563/sq mi density
$52,727 Median Income $35,281 per capita
$370,000 Home Value $587,889 Zillow
$2,083 Median Rent 48.6% income on rent
32°F Avg Temperature 326 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$52,727 median income, 2.2% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$370,000 home value, $2,083/mo rent
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,727
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $370,000
31% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.9%
12% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,083
79% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 22.9%
29% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.1%
27% lower than US avg

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

People

Population242
Median Age35.0 yrs
Density563/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans11.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$52,727
Per Capita$35,281
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty9.1%
County GDP$564M
Commute43 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$370,000
Rent$2,083
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$587,889
Housing Units206
Rent Burden48.6%

Health

Obesity22.9%
Uninsured8.1%
Smoking11.5%
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp32°F (0°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain25.2 in/yr
Sunny Days326/yr
Elevation10,613 ft (3,235 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+37.9%
High School+97.7%
Graduate+6.3%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 40% / D 56%
Commute43 min
Broadband79.4%
EV Stations1
Libraries1

Is Alma a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Alma receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Alma offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Alma is $52,727, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. 9.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Alma is $370,000, 31% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $2,083 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 7x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Alma has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 32°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.2 inches, including 294.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Alma has a population of 242 with a density of 563 people per square mile. The median age is 35.0 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.6%), with 9.1% Black.

Population

242
Total Population
563
People / sq mi
35.0yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.3%
Female 46.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Alma vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.2%
17% above US avg
Spanish7.8%
42% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Alma vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Alma is $52,727, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes.

Income: Alma vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,727
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,281
Avg Weekly Wage$1,110
IRS Avg AGI$66,894

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.1%
27% below US avg
Establishments (County)293
County GDP$564M

Business (County)

Restaurants33
Healthcare14
Retail39
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,535
1% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.96%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time42.5 min
Drive Alone58.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home29.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Alma is $370,000, 31% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,083 (79% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $587,889.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$370,000
31% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$587,889

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,083
79% above US avg
Rent Burden48.6%

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-Occupied38.9%
Housing Units206
Median Year Built1954

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,535
1% above US avg
Effective Rate0.96%
In Alma, 22.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. 11.5% are current smokers. 22.8% report depression. 14.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity22.9%
29% below US avg
Diabetes7.6%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure26.2%
Asthma10.9%
COPD5.1%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.5%
18% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.2%
Physical Inactivity14.6%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress11.3%
Short Sleep28.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.3%
Uninsured8.1%
6% below US avg
Checkup Rate69.4%
Dental Visits65.8%
Premature Death7,783/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access90.9%
Healthcare Facilities14
Alma has an average annual temperature of 32°F (0°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.2 inches. The area enjoys 326 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 53°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average32.2°F
40% below US avg
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Sunny Days326 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.2 inches
34% below US avg
Snowfall294.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation10,613 ft (3,235 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density563/sq mi
Coordinates39.2861°N, 106.0689°W
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
County FIPS08065
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 37.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 16.4-point margin. 79.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 39.8%
D 56.2%

Winner: Democrat by 16.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.9%
12% above US avg
High School+97.7%
Graduate Degree+6.3%
School Test Score5.90
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density563/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.4%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities14
Restaurants33
Retail Stores39

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute42.5 min
Drive Alone58.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home29.1%

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