City of Creede, CO

Colorado

City of Creede is a small town in Colorado with a population of 307. Residents earn $49,375 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
307 Population 323/sq mi density
$49,375 Median Income $29,632 per capita
$315,400 Home Value
$920 Median Rent
41°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$49,375 median income, 5.1% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$315,400 home value, $920/mo rent
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
40.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,375
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $315,400
12% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 40.1%
19% higher than US avg
Median Rent $920
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.2%
21% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.0%
52% lower than US avg

How City of Creede Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population307
Median Age42.4 yrs
Density323/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B+
Median Income$49,375
Per Capita$29,632
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty6.0%
County GDP$580M
Commute12 min

Housing

B
Home Value$315,400
Rent$920
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity25.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain15.7 in/yr
Elevation8,811 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+40.1%
High School+97.8%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 37%
Commute12 min
Libraries3

Is City of Creede a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, City of Creede receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. City of Creede offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in City of Creede is $49,375, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in City of Creede is $315,400, 12% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $920 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 6.4x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 40.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

City of Creede has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

City of Creede has a population of 307 with a density of 323 people per square mile. The median age is 42.4 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

307
Total Population
323
People / sq mi
42.4yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.3%
Female 55.7%

Race & Ethnicity

City of Creede vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

City of Creede vs U.S. Average

The median household income in City of Creede is $49,375, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes.

Income: City of Creede vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,375
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,632
Avg Weekly Wage$943
IRS Avg AGI$60,839

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.0%
52% below 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 Rate0.69%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time11.5 min
Work from Home2.9%

Walkability

The median home value in City of Creede is $315,400, 12% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $920 (21% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$315,400
12% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$920
21% 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-Occupied47.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,187
38% below US avg
Effective Rate0.69%
In City of Creede, 25.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.5% report depression. 15.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: City of Creede vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.2%
21% below US avg
Diabetes7.3%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure25.4%
Asthma11.3%
COPD5.0%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity15.3%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress11.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate65.4%
Checkup Rate70.8%
Premature Death14,091/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access83.6%
Healthcare Facilities28

Crime Rates: City of Creede vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

City of Creede has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average40.9°F
24% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.7 inches
59% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation8,811 ft (2,686 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density323/sq mi
Coordinates37.8486°N, 106.9251°W
County FIPS08105
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 40.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% above 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+40.1%
19% above US avg
High School+97.8%
School Test Score5.90
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density323/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities28
Restaurants53
Retail Stores51

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute11.5 min
Work from Home2.9%

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