Center, CO

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.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,312 Population 2,688/sq mi density
$50,057 Median Income $26,798 per capita
$115,600 Home Value $163,727 Zillow
$478 Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
225 Violent Crime/100K 2,026 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$50,057 median income, 6.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$115,600 home value, $478/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
225 violent crimes/100K (41% below avg)
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,057
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $115,600
59% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 225/100K
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.9%
41% lower than US avg
Median Rent $478
59% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.9%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.0%
67% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.1%
102% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,312
Median Age36.1 yrs
Density2,688/mi²
Male / Female46% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 56%

Economy

C
Median Income$50,057
Per Capita$26,798
Unemployment6.0%
Poverty25.1%
County GDP$580M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$115,600
Rent$478
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$163,727

Crime

F
Violent225/100K
Property2,026/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault180/100K
Burglary540/100K

Health

Obesity31.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.1%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain7.2 in/yr
Elevation7,644 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.9%
High School+73.3%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 37%
Commute17 min
EV Stations1
Libraries3

Is Center a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Safety & Crime

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Center has a population of 2,312 with a density of 2,688 people per square mile. The median age is 36.1 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (56.4%), with 9.3% Hispanic, 2.1% Black, 3.1% Asian.

Population

2,312
Total Population
2,688
People / sq mi
36.1yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.5%
Female 54.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Center vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only42.8%
45% below US avg
Spanish57.2%
327% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Center vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Center is $50,057, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 25.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Center vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,057
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,798
Avg Weekly Wage$943
IRS Avg AGI$60,839

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.0%
67% above US avg
Poverty Rate25.1%
102% above US avg
Establishments (County)500
County GDP$580M

Business (County)

Restaurants53
Healthcare28
Retail51
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,187
38% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.89%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Center is $115,600, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $478 (59% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $163,727.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$115,600
59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$163,727

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$478
59% 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-Occupied65.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,187
38% below US avg
Effective Rate1.89%
In Center, 31.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.1% report depression. 31.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.9%
1% below US avg
Diabetes14.2%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure29.6%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.4%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.1%
Physical Inactivity31.0%
Depression19.1%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress16.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.0%
Checkup Rate68.6%
Premature Death14,091/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access83.6%
Healthcare Facilities28
Center has a violent crime rate of 225 per 100,000 residents, 41% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,026 per 100,000 (3% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent225.1/100K
41% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery45.0/100K
Assault180.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,026.1/100K
3% above US avg
Burglary540.3/100K
Theft1,395.8/100K
Vehicle Theft90.1/100K
Arson45.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Center has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 7.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average42.3°F
22% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall7.2 inches
81% below US avg
Snowfall25.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation7,644 ft (2,330 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density2,688/sq mi
Coordinates37.7512°N, 106.1106°W
County FIPS08105
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 19.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.4%
D 37.2%

Winner: Republican by 23.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.9%
41% below US avg
High School+73.3%
School Test Score5.90
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density2,688/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities28
Restaurants53
Retail Stores51

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

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