Cope, CO

Colorado

Cope is a small town in Colorado with a population of 55. Residents earn $58,571 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
55 Population 31/sq mi density
$58,571 Median Income $38,718 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$58,571 median income, 1.9% unemployment
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,571
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.7%
77% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.8%
61% lower than US avg

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

People

Population55
Median Age63.1 yrs
Density31/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans53.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$58,571
Per Capita$38,718
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty4.8%
County GDP$651M
Commute15 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain17.5 in/yr
Elevation4,401 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.7%
High School+80.8%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 15%
Commute15 min
Broadband32.0%
Libraries3

Is Cope a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cope receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Cope has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cope is $58,571, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

7.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Cope experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.5 inches, including 30.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Cope has a population of 55 with a density of 31 people per square mile. The median age is 63.1 years, 62% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.7%).

Population

55
Total Population
31
People / sq mi
63.1yrs
Median Age
62% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.7%
Female 47.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Cope vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cope vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cope is $58,571, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Cope vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,571
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,718
Avg Weekly Wage$914
IRS Avg AGI$62,753

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.8%
61% below US avg
Establishments (County)333
County GDP$651M

Business (County)

Restaurants26
Healthcare26
Retail36
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,800
49% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.4 min
Drive Alone26.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home68.4%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied87.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,800
49% below US avg

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death10,204/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access70.5%
Healthcare Facilities26

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Cope has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.2°F
5% below US avg
January Average29°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.5 inches
54% below US avg
Snowfall30.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,401 ft (1,341 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²)
Population Density31/sq mi
Coordinates39.6642°N, 102.8451°W
County FIPS08063
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 7.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68.3-point margin. 32.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.4%
D 15%

Winner: Republican by 68.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.7%
77% below US avg
High School+80.8%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density31/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access32.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities26
Restaurants26
Retail Stores36

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.4 min
Drive Alone26.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home68.4%

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