Median Income
$114,375
52% higher than US avg
Home Value
$202,800
28% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
56.7%
68% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
33.7%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Colfax Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population265
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density262/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 52%
Economy
A+
Median Income$114,375
Per Capita$38,016
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,478M
Commute21 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$202,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$388,398
Health
Obesity33.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.6%
Heart Disease4.6%
Climate
Avg Temp42°F
AQI38 (Good)
Elevation960 ft
Education
A+
Bachelor's+56.7%
High School+99.4%
School Score5.74
Community
2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute21 min
Broadband74.0%
Libraries2
Is Colfax a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Colfax receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Colfax stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Colfax is $114,375, which is significantly higher than the national average — 52% above $75,149. This places Colfax among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Colfax is $202,800, 28% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
Colfax is a highly educated community — 56.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 99.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Colfax has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Colfax has a population of 265 with a density of 262 people per square mile. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (52.1%).
Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% 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 $114,375, which is 52% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $114,375 |
| 52% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $38,016 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,042 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $84,658 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 704 |
| County GDP | $1,478M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 43 |
| Healthcare | 48 |
| Retail | 71 |
| Manufacturing | 39 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,825 |
| 38% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.38% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.1 min |
| Work from Home | 14.7% |
The median home value in Colfax is $202,800, 28% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $388,398.
Home Values
| Census Median | $202,800 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $388,398 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $190 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 90.7% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 1 |
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $769 |
| 1 Bedroom | $795 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $965 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,825 |
| 38% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.38% |
In Colfax, 33.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.6% report depression. 17.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Colfax vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 33.7% |
| 5% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 7.2% |
| Heart Disease | 4.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.0% |
| Asthma | 9.2% |
| COPD | 4.0% |
| Stroke | 2.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 25.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 17.3% |
| Depression | 20.6% |
| Mental Distress | 12.9% |
| Physical Distress | 9.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 81.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.3% |
| Premature Death | 7,004/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 61.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 48 |
Crime Rates: Colfax vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Colfax has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
9°F Jan (-13°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 42.1°F |
| 22% below US avg |
| January Average | 9°F (-13°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 960 ft (293 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 262/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.4709°N, 96.8725°W |
| County FIPS | 38077 |