Calhan, CO
Full City Profile · Colorado · Elbert County County
Calhan, CO
At a Glance
How Calhan Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Calhan's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Calhan a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Calhan residents earn a median household income of $50,000 , which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,870. The unemployment rate stands at 4.6% (28% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 900 business establishments, including 30 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Calhan is $265,000 , 6% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $472,873. Median rent is $935/month, with 37.5% 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 1976.
Safety & Crime
Calhan reports 559 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 47% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 978/100K.
Education
22.1% of adults in Calhan hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below the national average). 93.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Calhan has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.4 inches.