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Blue Valley, CO

Colorado · Metropolitan Area

Blue Valley is a small town in Colorado with a population of 169. Residents earn $78,387 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
169 Population 161/sq mi density
$78,387 Median Income $43,415 per capita
$611,100 Home Value
45°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$78,387 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.3 / 5.0
$611,100 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
57.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,387
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $611,100
117% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 57.2%
70% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 21.7%
32% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population169
Median Age63.9 yrs
Density161/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$78,387
Per Capita$43,415
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$656M
Commute42 min

Housing

C
Home Value$611,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units114
Rent Burden32.6%

Health

Obesity21.7%
Uninsured6.8%
Smoking8.5%
Depression23.4%
Heart Disease3.6%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain18.6 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation9,334 ft (2,845 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+57.2%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+23.6%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 40% / D 57%
Commute42 min
Broadband90.0%
Libraries3

Is Blue Valley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Blue Valley receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Blue Valley stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Blue Valley is $78,387, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. 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%. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Blue Valley is $611,100, making it a premium housing market at 117% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.8x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Blue Valley is a highly educated community — 57.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Blue Valley has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.6 inches, including 80.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Blue Valley has a population of 169 with a density of 161 people per square mile. The median age is 63.9 years, 64% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

169
Total Population
161
People / sq mi
63.9yrs
Median Age
64% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.4%
Female 45.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Blue Valley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only59.1%
25% below US avg
Spanish40.9%
205% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Blue Valley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Blue Valley is $78,387, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes.

Income: Blue Valley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,387
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,415
Avg Weekly Wage$1,262
IRS Avg AGI$107,993

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)410
County GDP$656M

Business (County)

Restaurants55
Healthcare18
Retail57
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,639
4% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.60%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time41.5 min
Drive Alone72.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Blue Valley is $611,100, 117% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$611,100
117% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden32.6%

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%
Housing Units114
Median Year Built1992

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,639
4% above US avg
Effective Rate0.60%
In Blue Valley, 21.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.8% of residents lack health insurance. 8.5% are current smokers. 23.4% report depression. 12.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity21.7%
32% below US avg
Diabetes5.6%
Heart Disease3.6%
High Blood Pressure21.7%
Asthma11.0%
COPD3.9%
Cancer8.0%
Stroke2.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.5%
39% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.2%
Physical Inactivity12.4%
Depression23.4%
Mental Distress15.3%
Physical Distress9.6%
Short Sleep25.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured6.8%
21% below US avg
Checkup Rate70.7%
Dental Visits77.0%
Premature Death4,820/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access73.2%
Healthcare Facilities18
Blue Valley has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.6 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average44.7°F
17% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.6 inches
51% below US avg
Snowfall80.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation9,334 ft (2,845 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density161/sq mi
Coordinates39.6997°N, 105.4921°W
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
County FIPS08019
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 57.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 16.6-point margin. 90.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 40.2%
D 56.8%

Winner: Democrat by 16.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+57.2%
70% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+23.6%
School Test Score5.90
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density161/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants55
Retail Stores57

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute41.5 min
Drive Alone72.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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