Blue Sky, CO

Colorado

Blue Sky is a small town in Colorado with a population of 142.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
142 Population 3,550/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $46,104 per capita
$462,200 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
68.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $462,200
64% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 68.7%
104% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population142
Median Age47.7 yrs
Density3,550/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans70.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$46,104
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,043M

Housing

Home Value$462,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain14.3 in/yr
Elevation4,386 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+68.7%
High School+83.8%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 24%
CommuteN/A
Broadband23.0%
Libraries2

Is Blue Sky a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Blue Sky receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Blue Sky stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Blue Sky is $462,200, making it a premium housing market at 64% above the U.S. median of $281,900.

Education

Blue Sky is a highly educated community — 68.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 83.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Blue Sky experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 14.3 inches, including 22.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Blue Sky has a population of 142 with a density of 3,550 people per square mile. The median age is 47.7 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

142
Total Population
3,550
People / sq mi
47.7yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
0.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 62%
Female 38%

Race & Ethnicity

Blue Sky vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Blue Sky vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Blue Sky is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Blue Sky vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$46,104
Avg Weekly Wage$1,094
IRS Avg AGI$61,894

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)880
County GDP$2,043M

Business (County)

Restaurants61
Healthcare61
Retail92
Manufacturing25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,514
28% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.54%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home9.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Blue Sky is $462,200, 64% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$462,200
64% above US avg
Median List Price$974,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$974,500
$/Sq Ft$320
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

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)$2,514
28% below US avg
Effective Rate0.54%

Health Metrics: Blue Sky vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death9,510/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access76.0%
Healthcare Facilities61

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Blue Sky has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average49.8°F
8% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.3 inches
62% below US avg
Snowfall22.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,386 ft (1,337 m)
Area0.0 sq mi (0.1 km²)
Population Density3,550/sq mi
Coordinates40.3001°N, 103.8055°W
County FIPS08087
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 68.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (104% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 48.6-point margin. 23.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73%
D 24.5%

Winner: Republican by 48.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+68.7%
104% above US avg
High School+83.8%
School Test Score5.90
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density3,550/sq mi
Total Area0.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access23.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities61
Restaurants61
Retail Stores92

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home9.6%

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