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Cheyenne Wells, CO
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Cheyenne Wells, CO
At a Glance
How Cheyenne Wells Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Cheyenne Wells's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Cheyenne Wells a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Cheyenne Wells residents earn a median household income of $61,705 , which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,794. The unemployment rate stands at 0.4% (89% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 103 business establishments, including 3 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Cheyenne Wells is $159,800 , 43% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $180,332. Median rent is $867/month, with 17.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 103.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1967.
Safety & Crime
Cheyenne Wells reports 329 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 13% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,825/100K.
Education
25.9% of adults in Cheyenne Wells hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below the national average). 88.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Cheyenne Wells has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 16.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.