Briggsdale, CO

Colorado · Metropolitan Area

Briggsdale is a small town in Colorado with a population of 86. Residents earn $56,696 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
86 Population 195/sq mi density
$56,696 Median Income $34,142 per capita
$266,700 Home Value $577,580 Zillow
$591 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$56,696 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$266,700 home value, $591/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,696
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $266,700
5% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.8%
0% lower than US avg
Median Rent $591
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.7%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population86
Median Age56.4 yrs
Density195/mi²
Male / Female35% / 65%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans95.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$56,696
Per Capita$34,142
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$29,473M
Commute18 min

Housing

A
Home Value$266,700
Rent$591
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$577,580

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain13.4 in/yr
Elevation4,874 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.8%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 38%
Commute18 min
Broadband49.0%
Libraries19

Is Briggsdale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Briggsdale receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Briggsdale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Briggsdale is $56,696, 25% below 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 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Briggsdale is $266,700, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $591 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Briggsdale experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.4 inches, including 18.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Briggsdale has a population of 86 with a density of 195 people per square mile. The median age is 56.4 years, 45% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.2%).

Population

86
Total Population
195
People / sq mi
56.4yrs
Median Age
45% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 34.9%
Female 65.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Briggsdale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.2%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.8%
57% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Briggsdale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Briggsdale is $56,696, which is 25% below 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 18 minutes.

Income: Briggsdale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,696
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,142
Avg Weekly Wage$1,277
IRS Avg AGI$83,945

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)9,567
County GDP$29,473M

Business (County)

Restaurants544
Healthcare646
Retail698
Manufacturing350

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,919
12% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.0 min
Work from Home5.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Briggsdale is $266,700, 5% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $591 (49% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $577,580.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$266,700
5% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$577,580

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$591
49% below 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-Occupied64.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,919
12% above US avg
Effective Rate1.47%
In Briggsdale, 35.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.6% report depression. 21.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.7%
11% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma12.1%
COPD7.7%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity21.5%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate66.8%
Premature Death6,882/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access78.4%
Healthcare Facilities646

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)44

Safety Score

Briggsdale has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.7°F
12% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.4 inches
65% below US avg
Snowfall18.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,874 ft (1,486 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density195/sq mi
Coordinates40.6360°N, 104.3243°W
County FIPS08123
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 33.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (0% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21-point margin. 49.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.2%
D 38.2%

Winner: Republican by 21 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.8%
0% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.90
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density195/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access49.0%
Public Libraries19
Healthcare Facilities646
Restaurants544
Retail Stores698

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)44

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.0 min
Work from Home5.7%

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