Black Hawk, CO
Full City Profile · Colorado · Gilpin County County
Black Hawk, CO
At a Glance
How Black Hawk Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Black Hawk's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Black Hawk a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Black Hawk residents earn a median household income of $112,727 , which is 50% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $66,652. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 228 business establishments, including 16 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Black Hawk is $486,700 , 73% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $405,064. Median rent is $1,813/month, with 26.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 103.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1938.
Safety & Crime
Black Hawk reports 12,500 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 3189% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 181,250/100K.
Education
43.0% of adults in Black Hawk hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% above the national average). 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Black Hawk has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.