Colorado
Avon is a small city in Colorado with a population of 6,057. Residents earn $85,364 per year, which is 14% above the national average.
Based on current data, Avon receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Avon has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Avon is $85,364, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 5.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Avon is $689,000, making it a premium housing market at 144% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,132 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8.1x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
Violent crime in Avon is below the national average at 203 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,602 per 100,000, 33% above the national average.
Educational attainment is solid, with 41.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Avon has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 22.4 inches, including 189.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 62.6% |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 37.4% |
| 179% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $85,364 |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $71,385 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,255 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $140,899 |
| Unemployment | 5.6% |
| 56% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 7.7% |
| 38% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 3,891 |
| County GDP | $6,935M |
| Restaurants | 301 |
| Healthcare | 203 |
| Retail | 386 |
| Manufacturing | 50 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $7,733 |
| 121% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.12% |
| Commute Time | 18.7 min |
| Work from Home | 4.3% |
| Census Median | $689,000 |
| 144% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $1,289,017 |
| Median List Price | $2,095,000 |
| Median List Price | $2,095,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $890 |
| Homes Sold | 9 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 96.6% |
| Price Drops | 46.7% |
| Inventory | 30 |
| Census Median Rent | $2,132 |
| 83% above US avg |
| Studio | $1,083 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,161 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,429 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,861 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,178 |
| Owner-Occupied | 46.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,733 |
| 121% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.12% |
| Obesity | 25.5% |
| 21% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 24.6% |
| Asthma | 10.2% |
| COPD | 4.8% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 18.1% |
| Depression | 20.5% |
| Mental Distress | 15.6% |
| Physical Distress | 11.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 78.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 70.2% |
| Premature Death | 4,321/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 92.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 203 |
| Total Violent | 202.5/100K |
| 47% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 15.6/100K |
| Robbery | 31.2/100K |
| Assault | 155.8/100K |
| Total Property | 2,601.7/100K |
| 33% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 187.0/100K |
| Theft | 2,321.2/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 93.5/100K |
| Arson | 46.7/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| FEMA Disasters | 182 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 37.9°F |
| 30% below US avg | |
| January Average | 18°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 22.4 inches |
| 41% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 189.2 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 7,906 ft (2,410 m) |
| Area | 8.3 sq mi (21.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 728/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.6419°N, 106.5158°W |
| County FIPS | 08037 |
Winner: Democrat by 24.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 41.4% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 96.3% |
| School Test Score | 5.90 |
| RUCC Code 5 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+ |
| Population Density | 728/sq mi |
| Total Area | 8.3 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 26 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 26 |
| Public Libraries | 5 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 203 |
| Restaurants | 301 |
| Retail Stores | 386 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 182 |
| Avg Commute | 18.7 min |
| Work from Home | 4.3% |