Texas
Colorado City is a small town in Texas with a population of 3,973. Residents earn $48,173 per year, which is 36% below the national average.
Based on current data, Colorado City receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Colorado City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Colorado City is $48,173, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Colorado City is $61,100, 78% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $718 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
The violent crime rate of 534 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,738 per 100,000, 91% above the national average.
18.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Colorado City enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 22.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
| English Only | 75.7% |
| 4% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 24.3% |
| 81% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $48,173 |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $23,883 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,116 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $71,449 |
| Unemployment | 5.2% |
| 44% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 2.7% |
| 78% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 180 |
| County GDP | $468M |
| Restaurants | 19 |
| Healthcare | 5 |
| Retail | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,600 |
| 60% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 9.17% |
| Commute Time | 18.1 min |
| Work from Home | 2.8% |
| Census Median | $61,100 |
| 78% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $98,176 |
| Census Median Rent | $718 |
| 38% below US avg |
| Studio | $892 |
| 1 Bedroom | $917 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,147 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,375 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,688 |
| Owner-Occupied | 74.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,600 |
| 60% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 9.17% |
| Obesity | 39.0% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.7% |
| Heart Disease | 6.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.5% |
| Asthma | 10.1% |
| COPD | 7.1% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.8% |
| Depression | 23.3% |
| Mental Distress | 19.5% |
| Physical Distress | 15.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 75.1% |
| Checkup Rate | 71.8% |
| Premature Death | 11,322/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 61.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 5 |
| Total Violent | 534.0/100K |
| 41% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 24.3/100K |
| Assault | 509.7/100K |
| Total Property | 3,737.9/100K |
| 91% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 2,014.6/100K |
| Theft | 1,699.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 24.3/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 63.6°F |
| 18% above US avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 22.0 inches |
| 42% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 1.6 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Area | 5.3 sq mi (13.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 745/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.3995°N, 100.8583°W |
| County FIPS | 48335 |
Winner: Republican by 71.3 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 18.0% |
| 47% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 84.2% |
| School Test Score | 4.69 |
| RUCC Code 7 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K |
| Population Density | 745/sq mi |
| Total Area | 5.3 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 3 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 4 |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 5 |
| Restaurants | 19 |
| Retail Stores | 25 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Avg Commute | 18.1 min |
| Work from Home | 2.8% |