Median Income
$42,788
43% lower than US avg
Home Value
$205,000
27% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
4.0%
88% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$828
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
48.2%
50% higher than US avg
Unemployment
22.0%
511% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
22.2%
79% higher than US avg
How Cherry Creek Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population158
Median Age42.8 yrs
Density259/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 0%
Economy
D
Median Income$42,788
Per Capita$16,297
Unemployment22.0%
Poverty22.2%
County GDP$133M
Housing
B+
Home Value$205,000
Rent$828
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity48.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.3%
Heart Disease8.5%
Climate
Avg Temp47°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain19.9 in/yr
Elevation1,724 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+4.0%
High School+85.0%
School Score5.45
Community
2024 VoteR 89% / D 9%
CommuteN/A
Broadband56.0%
Libraries2
Is Cherry Creek a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Cherry Creek receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Cherry Creek has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Cherry Creek is $42,788, 43% below the national average of $75,149. At 22.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 22.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Cherry Creek is $205,000, 27% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $828 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
4.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Cherry Creek experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 19.9 inches, including 40.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Cherry Creek has a population of 158 with a density of 259 people per square mile. The median age is 42.8 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (100%).
Population
42.8yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Cherry Creek vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 89.3% |
| 14% above US avg |
| Spanish | 10.7% |
| 20% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Cherry Creek vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Cherry Creek is $42,788, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 22.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 22.2% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income: Cherry Creek vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $42,788 |
| 43% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $16,297 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $914 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $68,821 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 22.0% |
| 511% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 22.2% |
| 79% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 111 |
| County GDP | $133M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 9 |
| Healthcare | 8 |
| Retail | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
The median home value in Cherry Creek is $205,000, 27% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $828 (29% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $205,000 |
| 27% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $828 |
| 29% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $691 |
| 1 Bedroom | $784 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $990 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,540 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
In Cherry Creek, 48.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.3% report depression. 38.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Cherry Creek vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 48.2% |
| 50% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 18.2% |
| Heart Disease | 8.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.2% |
| Asthma | 13.7% |
| COPD | 10.8% |
| Stroke | 5.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 38.5% |
| Depression | 22.3% |
| Mental Distress | 21.5% |
| Physical Distress | 19.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 40.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.6% |
| Premature Death | 5,004/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 58.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 8 |
Crime Rates: Cherry Creek vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Cherry Creek has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Temperature
19°F Jan (-7°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 46.9°F |
| 13% below US avg |
| January Average | 19°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 19.9 inches |
| 48% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 40.9 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,724 ft (525 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 259/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.6047°N, 101.4993°W |
| County FIPS | 46055 |