Colorado
Cedaredge is a small town in Colorado with a population of 2,394. Residents earn $41,944 per year, which is 44% below the national average.
Based on current data, Cedaredge receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Cedaredge offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Cedaredge is $41,944, 44% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 21.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Cedaredge is $240,300, 15% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,106 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 5.7x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
24.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Cedaredge experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.5 inches, including 39.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 98.2% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.8% |
| 87% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $41,944 |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $30,200 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $920 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $59,477 |
| Unemployment | 3.0% |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 21.5% |
| 73% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,041 |
| County GDP | $1,203M |
| Restaurants | 77 |
| Healthcare | 80 |
| Retail | 108 |
| Manufacturing | 50 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,254 |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.94% |
| Commute Time | 37.1 min |
| Work from Home | 11.3% |
| Census Median | $240,300 |
| 15% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $416,084 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,106 |
| 5% below US avg |
| Studio | $1,083 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,161 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,429 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,861 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,178 |
| Owner-Occupied | 71.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,254 |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 0.94% |
| Obesity | 28.4% |
| 12% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.4% |
| Heart Disease | 6.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.1% |
| Asthma | 12.5% |
| COPD | 8.0% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.3% |
| Depression | 27.9% |
| Mental Distress | 20.5% |
| Physical Distress | 15.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 68.3% |
| Premature Death | 9,512/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 60.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 80 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| Annual Average | 48.8°F |
| 10% below US avg | |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 12.5 inches |
| 67% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 39.7 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 6,135 ft (1,870 m) |
| Area | 2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,221/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.8941°N, 107.9255°W |
| County FIPS | 08029 |
Winner: Republican by 35.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 24.3% |
| 28% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 92.5% |
| School Test Score | 5.90 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 1,221/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.0 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 5 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 80 |
| Restaurants | 77 |
| Retail Stores | 108 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| Avg Commute | 37.1 min |
| Work from Home | 11.3% |