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
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
63.1yrs
Median Age
62% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
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
| 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
| Unemployment | 1.9% |
| 47% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 4.8% |
| 61% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 333 |
| County GDP | $651M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 26 |
| Healthcare | 26 |
| Retail | 36 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,800 |
| 49% below US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 15.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 26.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 68.4% |
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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,800 |
| 49% below US avg |
Health Metrics: Cope vs U.S. Average (%)
Behaviors & Mental Health
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Premature Death | 10,204/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 70.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 26 |
Crime Rates: Cope vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
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 Average | 51.2°F |
| 5% below US avg |
| January Average | 29°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 17.5 inches |
| 54% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 30.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,401 ft (1,341 m) |
| Area | 1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 31/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.6642°N, 102.8451°W |
| County FIPS | 08063 |