Colorado
Center is a small town in Colorado with a population of 2,312. Residents earn $50,057 per year, which is 33% below the national average.
Based on current data, Center receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Center has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Center is $50,057, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 25.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Center is $115,600, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $478 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Violent crime in Center is below the national average at 225 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,026 per 100,000, near the national average.
19.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Center has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 7.2 inches, including 25.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 42.8% |
| 45% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 57.2% |
| 327% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $50,057 |
| 33% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $26,798 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $943 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $60,839 |
| Unemployment | 6.0% |
| 67% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 25.1% |
| 102% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 500 |
| County GDP | $580M |
| Restaurants | 53 |
| Healthcare | 28 |
| Retail | 51 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,187 |
| 38% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.89% |
| Commute Time | 16.8 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
| Census Median | $115,600 |
| 59% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $163,727 |
| Census Median Rent | $478 |
| 59% below US avg |
| Studio | $1,083 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,161 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,429 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,861 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,178 |
| Owner-Occupied | 65.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,187 |
| 38% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.89% |
| Obesity | 31.9% |
| 1% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 14.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.6% |
| Asthma | 10.1% |
| COPD | 5.4% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 31.0% |
| Depression | 19.1% |
| Mental Distress | 16.8% |
| Physical Distress | 16.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 87.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 68.6% |
| Premature Death | 14,091/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 83.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 28 |
| Total Violent | 225.1/100K |
| 41% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 45.0/100K |
| Assault | 180.1/100K |
| Total Property | 2,026.1/100K |
| 3% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 540.3/100K |
| Theft | 1,395.8/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 90.1/100K |
| Arson | 45.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 42.3°F |
| 22% below US avg | |
| January Average | 18°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 7.2 inches |
| 81% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 25.1 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 7,644 ft (2,330 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,688/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.7512°N, 106.1106°W |
| County FIPS | 08105 |
Winner: Republican by 23.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 19.9% |
| 41% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 73.3% |
| School Test Score | 5.90 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 2,688/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.9 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 28 |
| Restaurants | 53 |
| Retail Stores | 51 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 16.8 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |