Collbran, CO

Colorado

Collbran is a small town in Colorado with a population of 444. Residents earn $49,375 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
444 Population 793/sq mi density
$49,375 Median Income $22,137 per capita
$209,100 Home Value $408,260 Zillow
$725 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$49,375 median income, 14.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$209,100 home value, $725/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,375
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $209,100
26% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.5%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent $725
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 14.0%
289% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population444
Median Age28.5 yrs
Density793/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 84%

Economy

C+
Median Income$49,375
Per Capita$22,137
Unemployment14.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$5,011M
Commute22 min

Housing

A
Home Value$209,100
Rent$725
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$408,260

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain15.3 in/yr
Elevation5,974 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.5%
High School+97.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 50%
Commute22 min
Libraries6

Is Collbran a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Collbran receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Collbran offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Collbran is $49,375, 34% below the national average of $75,149. At 14.0%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Collbran is $209,100, 26% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $725 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

16.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Collbran experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.3 inches, including 59.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Collbran has a population of 444 with a density of 793 people per square mile. The median age is 28.5 years, 27% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.6%), with 3.4% Hispanic, 1.4% Black.

Population

444
Total Population
793
People / sq mi
28.5yrs
Median Age
27% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.6%
Female 46.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Collbran vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.6%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.4%
37% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Collbran vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Collbran is $49,375, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 14.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Collbran vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,375
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,137
Avg Weekly Wage$1,241
IRS Avg AGI$94,076

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment14.0%
289% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,052
County GDP$5,011M

Business (County)

Restaurants228
Healthcare183
Retail257
Manufacturing42

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,523
29% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.16%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.6 min
Work from Home2.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Collbran is $209,100, 26% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $725 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $408,260.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$209,100
26% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$408,260

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$725
38% 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-Occupied82.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,523
29% above US avg
Effective Rate2.16%
In Collbran, 30.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 25.6% report depression. 19.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.2%
6% below US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure27.1%
Asthma11.8%
COPD6.2%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity19.1%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress13.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.0%
Checkup Rate68.5%
Premature Death6,090/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access83.2%
Healthcare Facilities183

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Collbran has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.6°F
12% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.3 inches
60% below US avg
Snowfall59.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,974 ft (1,821 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density793/sq mi
Coordinates39.2400°N, 107.9635°W
County FIPS08045
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 16.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 2.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.7%
D 49.8%

Winner: Democrat by 2.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.5%
51% below US avg
High School+97.0%
School Test Score5.90
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density793/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities183
Restaurants228
Retail Stores257

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.6 min
Work from Home2.2%

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