Atwood, CO

Colorado

Atwood is a small town in Colorado with a population of 188. Residents earn $58,816 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
188 Population 183/sq mi density
$58,816 Median Income $25,928 per capita
N/A Home Value $373,890 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$58,816 median income, 17.0% unemployment
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,816
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.7%
11% lower than US avg
Unemployment 17.0%
372% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population188
Median Age41.6 yrs
Density183/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B
Median Income$58,816
Per Capita$25,928
Unemployment17.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,419M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$373,890

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity28.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain15.2 in/yr
Elevation4,001 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+84.9%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 21%
CommuteN/A
Broadband72.0%
Libraries2

Is Atwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Atwood receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Atwood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Atwood is $58,816, 22% below the national average of $75,149. At 17.0%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Atwood experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Atwood has a population of 188 with a density of 183 people per square mile. The median age is 41.6 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.4%), with 1.6% Hispanic.

Population

188
Total Population
183
People / sq mi
41.6yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.3%
Female 45.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Atwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.1%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.9%
63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Atwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Atwood is $58,816, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 17.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Atwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,816
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,928
Avg Weekly Wage$971
IRS Avg AGI$66,187

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment17.0%
372% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)656
County GDP$1,419M

Business (County)

Restaurants41
Healthcare72
Retail86
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,204
37% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home11.7%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $373,890.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$373,890

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)$2,204
37% below US avg
In Atwood, 28.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 25.0% report depression. 19.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.7%
11% below US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure28.7%
Asthma11.3%
COPD6.8%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.9%
Physical Inactivity19.7%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress13.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate70.1%
Checkup Rate68.1%
Premature Death11,936/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access77.8%
Healthcare Facilities72

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Atwood has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average51.4°F
5% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.2 inches
60% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,001 ft (1,220 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density183/sq mi
Coordinates40.5505°N, 103.2746°W
County FIPS08075
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 56.7-point margin. 72.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.3%
D 20.7%

Winner: Republican by 56.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+84.9%
School Test Score5.90
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density183/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities72
Restaurants41
Retail Stores86

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home11.7%

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