Colorado · Metropolitan Area
Central is a small town in Colorado with a population of 576. Residents earn $62,094 per year, which is 17% below the national average.
Based on current data, Central receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Central has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Central is $62,094, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Central is $379,400, 35% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,604 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 6.1x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
The violent crime rate of 435 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 7,402 per 100,000, 278% above the national average.
30.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Central has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 18.3 inches, including 105.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| Other Languages | 100% |
| Median HH Income | $62,094 |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $47,810 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,306 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $92,518 |
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 5.6% |
| 55% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 228 |
| County GDP | $1,018M |
| Restaurants | 16 |
| Healthcare | 4 |
| Retail | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,366 |
| 32% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.62% |
| Commute Time | 12.9 min |
| Work from Home | 12.1% |
| Census Median | $379,400 |
| 35% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $405,064 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,604 |
| 38% above US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 34.1% |
| Studio | $1,083 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,161 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,429 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,861 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,178 |
| Owner-Occupied | 49.2% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,366 |
| 32% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 0.62% |
| Premature Death | 6,625/100K |
| Exercise Access | 54.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 4 |
| Total Violent | 435.4/100K |
| 15% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 145.1/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 290.3/100K |
| Total Property | 7,402.0/100K |
| 278% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,306.2/100K |
| Theft | 5,950.7/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 145.1/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 42.2°F |
| 22% below US avg | |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 18.3 inches |
| 52% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 105.9 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 8,718 ft (2,657 m) |
| Area | 2.8 sq mi (7.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 207/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.7928°N, 105.5143°W |
| County FIPS | 08047 |
Winner: Democrat by 12.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 30.8% |
| 9% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 88.2% |
| School Test Score | 5.90 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 207/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.8 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 4 |
| Restaurants | 16 |
| Retail Stores | 7 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Avg Commute | 12.9 min |
| Work from Home | 12.1% |