Cheraw, CO

Colorado

Cheraw is a small town in Colorado with a population of 211. Residents earn $38,542 per year, which is 49% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
211 Population 1,172/sq mi density
$38,542 Median Income $26,309 per capita
$97,900 Home Value
$1,022 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$38,542 median income, 3.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$97,900 home value, $1,022/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $38,542
49% lower than US avg
Home Value $97,900
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.6%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,022
12% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.7%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.0%
3% lower than US avg

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

People

Population211
Median Age48.8 yrs
Density1,172/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

B
Median Income$38,542
Per Capita$26,309
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty12.0%
County GDP$176M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$97,900
Rent$1,022
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain13.0 in/yr
Elevation4,134 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.6%
High School+95.6%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 25%
Commute20 min
Libraries2

Is Cheraw a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cheraw receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Cheraw offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cheraw is $38,542, 49% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cheraw is $97,900, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,022 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Cheraw experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.0 inches, including 14.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Cheraw has a population of 211 with a density of 1,172 people per square mile. The median age is 48.8 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90%), with 6.2% Hispanic.

Population

211
Total Population
1,172
People / sq mi
48.8yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.4%
Female 43.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Cheraw vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.8%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.2%
46% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cheraw vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cheraw is $38,542, which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Cheraw vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$38,542
49% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,309
Avg Weekly Wage$1,069
IRS Avg AGI$43,934

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.0%
3% below US avg
Establishments (County)76
County GDP$176M

Business (County)

Healthcare5
Retail11

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.8 min
Work from Home5.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Cheraw is $97,900, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,022 (12% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$97,900
65% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,022
12% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

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-Occupied70.8%

Property Tax

In Cheraw, 30.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.4% report depression. 18.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.7%
4% below US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure26.6%
Asthma11.7%
COPD5.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity18.2%
Depression24.4%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress12.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.4%
Checkup Rate69.3%
Premature Death16,105/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access2.1%
Healthcare Facilities5

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Cheraw has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.5°F
3% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.0 inches
66% below US avg
Snowfall14.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,134 ft (1,260 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density1,172/sq mi
Coordinates38.1077°N, 103.5110°W
County FIPS08025
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 10.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.2%
D 24.7%

Winner: Republican by 47.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.6%
69% below US avg
High School+95.6%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,172/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities5
Retail Stores11

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.8 min
Work from Home5.4%

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