Cattle Creek, CO

Colorado

Cattle Creek is a small town in Colorado with a population of 339. Residents earn $43,208 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
339 Population 261/sq mi density
$43,208 Median Income $58,937 per capita
$919,600 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$43,208 median income, 4.1% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$919,600 home value
A+
Education
4.8 / 5.0
47.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,208
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $919,600
226% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 47.7%
42% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 23.0%
28% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.7%
30% lower than US avg

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

People

Population339
Median Age56.1 yrs
Density261/mi²
Male / Female33% / 67%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

B
Median Income$43,208
Per Capita$58,937
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty8.7%
County GDP$5,011M
Commute16 min

Housing

F
Home Value$919,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity23.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.8%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain15.5 in/yr
Elevation6,245 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+47.7%
High School+96.1%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 50%
Commute16 min
Libraries6

Is Cattle Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cattle Creek receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, below-average incomes. Cattle Creek offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cattle Creek is $43,208, 43% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cattle Creek is $919,600, making it a premium housing market at 226% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 21.3x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 47.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Cattle Creek experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.5 inches, including 38.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Cattle Creek has a population of 339 with a density of 261 people per square mile. The median age is 56.1 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.1%).

Population

339
Total Population
261
People / sq mi
56.1yrs
Median Age
44% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 33.3%
Female 66.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Cattle Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only44.4%
43% below US avg
Spanish55.6%
315% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Cattle Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cattle Creek is $43,208, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Cattle Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,208
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$58,937
Avg Weekly Wage$1,241
IRS Avg AGI$94,076

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.7%
30% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,052
County GDP$5,011M

Business (County)

Restaurants228
Healthcare183
Retail257
Manufacturing42

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,523
29% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.49%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.8 min
Work from Home3.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Cattle Creek is $919,600, 226% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$919,600
226% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

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-Occupied75.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,523
29% above US avg
Effective Rate0.49%
In Cattle Creek, 23.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 17.8% report depression. 17.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Cattle Creek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.0%
28% below US avg
Diabetes7.9%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure23.6%
Asthma9.3%
COPD3.7%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity17.1%
Depression17.8%
Mental Distress13.8%
Physical Distress10.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate68.8%
Checkup Rate70.2%
Premature Death6,090/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access83.2%
Healthcare Facilities183

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Cattle Creek has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.6°F
12% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.5 inches
59% below US avg
Snowfall38.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,245 ft (1,903 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density261/sq mi
Coordinates39.4666°N, 107.2599°W
County FIPS08045
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 47.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 2.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.7%
D 49.8%

Winner: Democrat by 2.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+47.7%
42% above US avg
High School+96.1%
School Test Score5.90
A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density261/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities183
Restaurants228
Retail Stores257

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.8 min
Work from Home3.9%

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