Cascade-Chipita Park, CO

Colorado · Metropolitan Area

Cascade-Chipita Park is a small town in Colorado with a population of 1,158. Residents earn $115,357 per year, which is 54% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,158 Population 87/sq mi density
$115,357 Median Income $66,722 per capita
$550,700 Home Value
$1,594 Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$115,357 median income, 5.9% unemployment
B+
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$550,700 home value, $1,594/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
51.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $115,357
54% higher than US avg
Home Value $550,700
95% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 51.6%
53% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,594
37% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.1%
19% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.9%
64% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.4%
89% lower than US avg

How Cascade-Chipita Park Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,158
Median Age56.2 yrs
Density87/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

A
Median Income$115,357
Per Capita$66,722
Unemployment5.9%
Poverty1.4%
County GDP$55,117M
Commute42 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$550,700
Rent$1,594
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity26.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain23.9 in/yr
Elevation8,799 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+51.6%
High School+97.9%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 44%
Commute42 min
Libraries17

Is Cascade-Chipita Park a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cascade-Chipita Park receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, long commute times. Cascade-Chipita Park stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cascade-Chipita Park is $115,357, which is significantly higher than the national average — 54% above $75,149. This places Cascade-Chipita Park among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 5.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 1.4% 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 Cascade-Chipita Park is $550,700, making it a premium housing market at 95% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,594 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Cascade-Chipita Park is a highly educated community — 51.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Cascade-Chipita Park has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 23.9 inches, including 133.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Cascade-Chipita Park has a population of 1,158 with a density of 87 people per square mile. The median age is 56.2 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.1%), with 2% Black.

Population

1,158
Total Population
87
People / sq mi
56.2yrs
Median Age
44% above US avg
13.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.1%
Female 46.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Cascade-Chipita Park vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cascade-Chipita Park vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cascade-Chipita Park is $115,357, which is 54% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes.

Income: Cascade-Chipita Park vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$115,357
54% above US avg
Per Capita Income$66,722
Avg Weekly Wage$1,298
IRS Avg AGI$82,157

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.9%
64% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.4%
89% below US avg
Establishments (County)25,331
County GDP$55,117M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,567
Healthcare2,338
Retail2,022
Manufacturing435

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,365
4% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time42.3 min
Work from Home31.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Cascade-Chipita Park is $550,700, 95% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,594 (37% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$550,700
95% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,594
37% above 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-Occupied91.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,365
4% below US avg
Effective Rate0.61%
In Cascade-Chipita Park, 26.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 26.4% report depression. 15.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Cascade-Chipita Park vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.1%
19% below US avg
Diabetes6.9%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure25.6%
Asthma11.7%
COPD4.5%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity15.3%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.5%
Checkup Rate73.6%
Premature Death9,566/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access89.8%
Healthcare Facilities2,338

Crime Rates: Cascade-Chipita Park vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)79
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Cascade-Chipita Park has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average41.5°F
23% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.9 inches
37% below US avg
Snowfall133.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation8,799 ft (2,682 m)
Area13.4 sq mi (34.6 km²)
Population Density87/sq mi
Coordinates38.9474°N, 104.9981°W
County FIPS08041
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 51.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 9.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.6%
D 43.8%

Winner: Republican by 9.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+51.6%
53% above US avg
High School+97.9%
School Test Score5.90
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density87/sq mi
Total Area13.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities2,338
Restaurants1,567
Retail Stores2,022

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)79
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute42.3 min
Work from Home31.0%

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