Cedaredge, CO

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.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
2,394 Population 1,221/sq mi density
$41,944 Median Income $30,200 per capita
$240,300 Home Value $416,084 Zillow
$1,106 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$41,944 median income, 3.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.4 / 5.0
$240,300 home value, $1,106/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
24.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,944
44% lower than US avg
Home Value $240,300
15% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.3%
28% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,106
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.4%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.5%
73% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,394
Median Age53.1 yrs
Density1,221/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

C+
Median Income$41,944
Per Capita$30,200
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty21.5%
County GDP$1,203M
Commute37 min

Housing

B
Home Value$240,300
Rent$1,106
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$416,084

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity28.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.9%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain12.5 in/yr
Elevation6,135 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.3%
High School+92.5%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 31%
Commute37 min
EV Stations1
Libraries5

Is Cedaredge a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Cedaredge has a population of 2,394 with a density of 1,221 people per square mile. The median age is 53.1 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.5%), with 2.4% Hispanic.

Population

2,394
Total Population
1,221
People / sq mi
53.1yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.8%
Female 55.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Cedaredge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.2%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.8%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cedaredge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cedaredge is $41,944, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 21.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Cedaredge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,944
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,200
Avg Weekly Wage$920
IRS Avg AGI$59,477

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate21.5%
73% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,041
County GDP$1,203M

Business (County)

Restaurants77
Healthcare80
Retail108
Manufacturing50

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,254
36% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.1 min
Work from Home11.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Cedaredge is $240,300, 15% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,106 (5% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $416,084.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$240,300
15% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$416,084

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,106
5% 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-Occupied71.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,254
36% below US avg
Effective Rate0.94%
In Cedaredge, 28.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 27.9% report depression. 22.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.4%
12% below US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma12.5%
COPD8.0%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity22.3%
Depression27.9%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress15.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.2%
Checkup Rate68.3%
Premature Death9,512/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access60.3%
Healthcare Facilities80

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Cedaredge has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.8°F
10% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.5 inches
67% below US avg
Snowfall39.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,135 ft (1,870 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²)
Population Density1,221/sq mi
Coordinates38.8941°N, 107.9255°W
County FIPS08029
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 24.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.5%
D 31%

Winner: Republican by 35.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.3%
28% below US avg
High School+92.5%
School Test Score5.90
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,221/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities80
Restaurants77
Retail Stores108

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.1 min
Work from Home11.3%

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