Coaldale, CO

Colorado

Coaldale is a small town in Colorado with a population of 276.

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
276 Population 9/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $165,075 per capita
$335,700 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $335,700
19% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.5%
69% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.1%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 44.9%
262% higher than US avg

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

People

Population276
Median Age58.7 yrs
Density9/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$165,075
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty44.9%
County GDP$2,073M

Housing

Home Value$335,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.5%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain8.8 in/yr
Elevation8,751 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.5%
High School+78.3%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
CommuteN/A
Libraries4

Is Coaldale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Coaldale receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Coaldale faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 44.9% 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 Coaldale is $335,700, 19% above the national median.

Education

10.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Coaldale experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 8.8 inches, including 36.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Coaldale has a population of 276 with a density of 9 people per square mile. The median age is 58.7 years, 51% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

276
Total Population
9
People / sq mi
58.7yrs
Median Age
51% above US avg
31.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.7%
Female 53.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Coaldale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Coaldale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Coaldale is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 44.9% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Coaldale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$165,075
Avg Weekly Wage$1,062
IRS Avg AGI$59,878

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate44.9%
262% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,124
County GDP$2,073M

Business (County)

Restaurants103
Healthcare98
Retail126
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,296
34% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.68%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Coaldale is $335,700, 19% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$335,700
19% above US avg
Median List Price$825,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$825,000
$/Sq Ft$443
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio102.6%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,296
34% below US avg
Effective Rate0.68%
In Coaldale, 30.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 27.5% report depression. 20.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.1%
6% below US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure26.9%
Asthma12.2%
COPD6.9%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity20.5%
Depression27.5%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress14.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate69.7%
Premature Death9,802/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access80.5%
Healthcare Facilities98

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Coaldale has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 8.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.3°F
14% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall8.8 inches
77% below US avg
Snowfall36.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation8,751 ft (2,667 m)
Area31.1 sq mi (80.4 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates38.3557°N, 105.8131°W
County FIPS08043
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 10.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 38.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68%
D 29.6%

Winner: Republican by 38.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.5%
69% below US avg
High School+78.3%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density9/sq mi
Total Area31.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities98
Restaurants103
Retail Stores126

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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