Median Income
$71,528
5% lower than US avg
Home Value
$123,000
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
24.7%
27% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.1%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment
5.9%
64% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.4%
24% lower than US avg
How Colfax Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population955
Median Age36.8 yrs
Density1,736/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans8.3%
Economy
B+
Median Income$71,528
Per Capita$43,770
Unemployment5.9%
Poverty9.4%
County GDP$16,910M
Commute33 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$123,000
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$164,651
Rent Burden22.4%
Health
Obesity38.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.8%
Heart Disease5.7%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain36.3 in/yr
Elevation753 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+24.7%
High School+97.4%
School Score5.34
Community
2024 VoteR 47% / D 52%
Commute33 min
Broadband88.0%
Libraries15
Is Colfax a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Colfax receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Colfax offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Colfax is $71,528, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 9.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Colfax is $123,000, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
24.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Climate & Weather
Colfax experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.3 inches, including 19.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Colfax has a population of 955 with a density of 1,736 people per square mile. The median age is 36.8 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.8%).
Population
36.8yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.2% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.8% |
| 94% below US avg |
The median household income in Colfax is $71,528, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $71,528 |
| 5% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $43,770 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,273 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $88,598 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.9% |
| 64% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.4% |
| 24% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 3,357 |
| County GDP | $16,910M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 404 |
| Healthcare | 365 |
| Retail | 498 |
| Manufacturing | 82 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $7,182 |
| 105% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.84% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 33.2 min |
| Drive Alone | 72.7% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 14.1% |
The median home value in Colfax is $123,000, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $164,651.
Home Values
| Census Median | $123,000 |
| 56% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $164,651 |
| Median List Price | $170,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $170,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $75 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.7% |
| Price Drops | 28.6% |
| Inventory | 7 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $850 |
| 27% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 22.4% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $854 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,063 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,370 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,561 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,182 |
| 105% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.84% |
In Colfax, 38.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.8% report depression. 22.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Colfax vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.1% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.4% |
| Asthma | 10.9% |
| COPD | 7.1% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.4% |
| Depression | 24.8% |
| Mental Distress | 19.0% |
| Physical Distress | 13.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.5% |
| Premature Death | 6,618/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 78.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 365 |
Crime Rates: Colfax vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 20 |
Safety Score
Colfax has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
23°F Jan (-5°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 50.5°F |
| 6% below US avg |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 36.3 inches |
| 5% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 19.9 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 753 ft (230 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,736/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.5666°N, 88.6161°W |
| County FIPS | 17113 |