Avon, CO

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.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
6,057 Population 728/sq mi density
$85,364 Median Income $71,385 per capita
$689,000 Home Value $1,289,017 Zillow
$2,132 Median Rent
38°F Avg Temperature
203 Violent Crime/100K 2,602 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$85,364 median income, 5.6% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.1 / 5.0
$689,000 home value, $2,132/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
203 violent crimes/100K (47% below avg)
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
41.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,364
14% higher than US avg
Home Value $689,000
144% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 203/100K
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 41.4%
23% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,132
83% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.5%
21% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.6%
56% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.7%
38% lower than US avg

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

People

Population6,057
Median Age35.3 yrs
Density728/mi²
Male / Female54% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 67%

Economy

A
Median Income$85,364
Per Capita$71,385
Unemployment5.6%
Poverty7.7%
County GDP$6,935M
Commute19 min

Housing

C
Home Value$689,000
Rent$2,132
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$1,289,017

Crime

F
Violent203/100K
Property2,602/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault156/100K
Burglary187/100K

Health

Obesity25.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.5%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp38°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain22.4 in/yr
Elevation7,906 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+41.4%
High School+96.3%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 37% / D 61%
Commute19 min
EV Stations26
Libraries5

Is Avon a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Safety & Crime

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Avon has a population of 6,057 with a density of 728 people per square mile. The median age is 35.3 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (67.2%), with 3% Hispanic.

Population

6,057
Total Population
728
People / sq mi
35.3yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
8.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.5%
Female 46.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Avon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only62.6%
20% below US avg
Spanish37.4%
179% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Avon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Avon is $85,364, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Avon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,364
14% above US avg
Per Capita Income$71,385
Avg Weekly Wage$1,255
IRS Avg AGI$140,899

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.6%
56% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.7%
38% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,891
County GDP$6,935M

Business (County)

Restaurants301
Healthcare203
Retail386
Manufacturing50

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,733
121% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.7 min
Work from Home4.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Avon is $689,000, 144% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,132 (83% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,289,017.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$689,000
144% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$1,289,017
Median List Price$2,095,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$2,095,000
$/Sq Ft$890
Homes Sold9
Sale-to-List Ratio96.6%
Price Drops46.7%
Inventory30

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,132
83% above 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-Occupied46.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,733
121% above US avg
Effective Rate1.12%
In Avon, 25.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 20.5% report depression. 18.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.5%
21% below US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure24.6%
Asthma10.2%
COPD4.8%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity18.1%
Depression20.5%
Mental Distress15.6%
Physical Distress11.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.8%
Checkup Rate70.2%
Premature Death4,321/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access92.6%
Healthcare Facilities203
Avon has a violent crime rate of 203 per 100,000 residents, 47% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,602 per 100,000 (33% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent202.5/100K
47% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape15.6/100K
Robbery31.2/100K
Assault155.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,601.7/100K
33% above US avg
Burglary187.0/100K
Theft2,321.2/100K
Vehicle Theft93.5/100K
Arson46.7/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Avon has an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average37.9°F
30% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.4 inches
41% below US avg
Snowfall189.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation7,906 ft (2,410 m)
Area8.3 sq mi (21.5 km²)
Population Density728/sq mi
Coordinates39.6419°N, 106.5158°W
County FIPS08037
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 41.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 24.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 36.5%
D 61%

Winner: Democrat by 24.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+41.4%
23% above US avg
High School+96.3%
School Test Score5.90
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density728/sq mi
Total Area8.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations26
Alt Fuel Stations26
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities203
Restaurants301
Retail Stores386

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations182
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.7 min
Work from Home4.3%

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