Median Income
$48,692
35% lower than US avg
Home Value
$237,700
16% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
22.2%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,270
9% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
29.9%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
1.5%
88% lower than US avg
How Colorado City Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,791
Median Age50.0 yrs
Density119/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Economy
A
Median Income$48,692
Per Capita$36,329
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty1.5%
County GDP$323M
Commute30 min
Housing
B+
Home Value$237,700
Rent$1,270
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$324,931
Health
Obesity29.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease5.1%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain25.4 in/yr
Elevation5,902 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+22.2%
High School+94.3%
School Score5.90
Community
2024 VoteR 53% / D 44%
Commute30 min
EV Stations1
Libraries4
Is Colorado City a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Colorado City receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Colorado City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Colorado City is $48,692, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Colorado City is $237,700, 16% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,270 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
22.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Colorado City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.4 inches, including 130.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Colorado City has a population of 1,791 with a density of 119 people per square mile. The median age is 50.0 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.3%).
Population
50.0yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Colorado City vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Colorado City vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Colorado City is $48,692, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Income: Colorado City vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $48,692 |
| 35% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $36,329 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $853 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $52,688 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 1.5% |
| 88% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 208 |
| County GDP | $323M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 25 |
| Healthcare | 13 |
| Retail | 33 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,536 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.07% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 29.8 min |
| Work from Home | 7.2% |
The median home value in Colorado City is $237,700, 16% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,270 (9% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $324,931.
Home Values
| Census Median | $237,700 |
| 16% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $324,931 |
| Median List Price | $442,475 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $442,475 |
| $/Sq Ft | $150 |
| Homes Sold | 6 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 95.3% |
| Price Drops | 31.6% |
| Inventory | 19 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,270 |
| 9% above 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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,536 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.07% |
In Colorado City, 29.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 25.9% report depression. 20.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Colorado City vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 29.9% |
| 7% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.0% |
| Asthma | 11.9% |
| COPD | 6.0% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.5% |
| Depression | 25.9% |
| Mental Distress | 19.1% |
| Physical Distress | 12.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 70.6% |
| Premature Death | 14,473/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 45.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13 |
Crime Rates: Colorado City vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| FEMA Disasters | 182 |
Safety Score
Colorado City has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
33°F Jan (1°C)
70°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 50.0°F |
| 7% below US avg |
| January Average | 33°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 25.4 inches |
| 33% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 130.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,902 ft (1,799 m) |
| Area | 15.0 sq mi (38.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 119/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.9394°N, 104.8431°W |
| County FIPS | 08055 |