Coal Creek, CO
Full City Profile · Colorado · Gilpin County County
Coal Creek, CO
At a Glance
How Coal Creek Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Coal Creek's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Coal Creek a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Coal Creek residents earn a median household income of $125,819 , which is 67% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $68,671. The unemployment rate stands at 2.1% (42% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 228 business establishments, including 16 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Coal Creek is $601,500 , 113% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $600,585. Median rent is $1,944/month, with 25.1% 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 1981.
Education
53.8% of adults in Coal Creek hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% above the national average). 99.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Coal Creek has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.