Alpine, CO

Colorado

Alpine is a small town in Colorado with a population of 99.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
99 Population 94/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $23,167 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
37°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 26.7%
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.0%
25% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population99
Median Age45.6 yrs
Density94/mi²
Male / Female47% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 56%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$23,167
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$580M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity24.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.4%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp37°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain15.1 in/yr
Elevation8,237 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.7%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 37%
CommuteN/A
Broadband92.0%
Libraries3

Is Alpine a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Alpine receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Alpine offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

26.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Alpine has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Alpine has a population of 99 with a density of 94 people per square mile. The median age is 45.6 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (55.6%).

Population

99
Total Population
94
People / sq mi
45.6yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.5%
Female 53.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Alpine vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Alpine vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Alpine is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Alpine vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$23,167
Avg Weekly Wage$943
IRS Avg AGI$60,839

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)500
County GDP$580M

Business (County)

Restaurants53
Healthcare28
Retail51
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,187
38% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,187
38% below US avg
In Alpine, 24.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 20.4% report depression. 14.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.0%
25% below US avg
Diabetes7.1%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure25.9%
Asthma9.9%
COPD4.3%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity14.6%
Depression20.4%
Mental Distress15.1%
Physical Distress10.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.2%
Checkup Rate70.3%
Premature Death14,091/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access83.6%
Healthcare Facilities28

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Alpine has an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average36.7°F
32% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.1 inches
60% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation8,237 ft (2,511 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density94/sq mi
Coordinates37.6878°N, 106.5861°W
County FIPS08105
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 26.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23.2-point margin. 92.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.4%
D 37.2%

Winner: Republican by 23.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.7%
21% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.90
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density94/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities28
Restaurants53
Retail Stores51

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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