Cotopaxi, CO

Colorado

Cotopaxi is a small town in Colorado with a population of 34.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
34 Population 117/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $73,118 per capita
N/A Home Value $369,177 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population34
Median Age65.4 yrs
Density117/mi²
Male / Female68% / 32%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans18.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$73,118
Unemployment0.0%
PovertyN/A
County GDP$2,073M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$369,177

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain13.6 in/yr
Elevation6,372 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
CommuteN/A
Broadband18.0%
Libraries4

Is Cotopaxi a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cotopaxi receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Cotopaxi stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Cotopaxi has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.6 inches, including 84.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Cotopaxi has a population of 34 with a density of 117 people per square mile. The median age is 65.4 years, 68% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

34
Total Population
117
People / sq mi
65.4yrs
Median Age
68% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 67.6%
Female 32.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Cotopaxi vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Cotopaxi vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cotopaxi is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average).

Income: Cotopaxi vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$73,118
Avg Weekly Wage$1,062
IRS Avg AGI$59,878

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,124
County GDP$2,073M

Business (County)

Restaurants103
Healthcare98
Retail126
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,296
34% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $369,177.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$369,177

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-Occupied67.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,296
34% below US avg

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death9,802/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access80.5%
Healthcare Facilities98

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Cotopaxi has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average42.8°F
21% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.6 inches
64% below US avg
Snowfall84.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,372 ft (1,942 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density117/sq mi
Coordinates38.3728°N, 105.6855°W
County FIPS08043
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 38.4-point margin. 18.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68%
D 29.6%

Winner: Republican by 38.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.90
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density117/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access18.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities98
Restaurants103
Retail Stores126

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

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