Antonito, CO

Colorado

Antonito is a small town in Colorado with a population of 681. Residents earn $29,583 per year, which is 61% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
681 Population 1,584/sq mi density
$29,583 Median Income $24,513 per capita
$81,300 Home Value $211,246 Zillow
$631 Median Rent
40°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.5 / 5.0
$29,583 median income, 9.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$81,300 home value, $631/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $29,583
61% lower than US avg
Home Value $81,300
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.6%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent $631
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.8%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.4%
161% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.6%
98% higher than US avg

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

People

Population681
Median Age45.5 yrs
Density1,584/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 43%

Economy

D
Median Income$29,583
Per Capita$24,513
Unemployment9.4%
Poverty24.6%
County GDP$259M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$81,300
Rent$631
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$211,246

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.1%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain7.9 in/yr
Elevation7,890 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.6%
High School+93.5%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 40%
Commute22 min
Libraries3

Is Antonito a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Antonito receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Antonito has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Antonito is $29,583, 61% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 24.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Antonito is $81,300, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $631 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Antonito has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 7.9 inches, including 32.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Antonito has a population of 681 with a density of 1,584 people per square mile. The median age is 45.5 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (43.3%), with 9.4% Hispanic, 1.2% Asian.

Population

681
Total Population
1,584
People / sq mi
45.5yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.9%
Female 42.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Antonito vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only54.6%
30% below US avg
Spanish45.4%
239% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Antonito vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Antonito is $29,583, which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 24.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Antonito vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$29,583
61% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,513
Avg Weekly Wage$794
IRS Avg AGI$50,255

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.4%
161% above US avg
Poverty Rate24.6%
98% above US avg
Establishments (County)203
County GDP$259M

Business (County)

Restaurants15
Healthcare15
Retail25
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,856
47% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.28%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.8 min
Work from Home9.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Antonito is $81,300, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $631 (46% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $211,246.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$81,300
71% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$211,246

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$631
46% below US avg

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-Occupied70.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,856
47% below US avg
Effective Rate2.28%
In Antonito, 31.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.1% report depression. 28.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.8%
1% below US avg
Diabetes12.4%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure26.8%
Asthma9.8%
COPD4.5%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.9%
Physical Inactivity28.8%
Depression19.1%
Mental Distress16.4%
Physical Distress15.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.9%
Checkup Rate68.9%
Premature Death12,591/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access6.4%
Healthcare Facilities15

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Antonito has an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation is 7.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-9°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average40.4°F
25% below US avg
January Average15°F (-9°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall7.9 inches
79% below US avg
Snowfall32.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation7,890 ft (2,405 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density1,584/sq mi
Coordinates37.0762°N, 106.0103°W
County FIPS08021
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 13.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 17.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.5%
D 39.6%

Winner: Republican by 17.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.6%
60% below US avg
High School+93.5%
School Test Score5.90
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,584/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities15
Restaurants15
Retail Stores25

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.8 min
Work from Home9.9%

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