Craig, CO
Full City Profile · Colorado · Routt County County
Craig, CO
At a Glance
How Craig Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Craig's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Craig a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Craig residents earn a median household income of $69,256 , which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,858. The unemployment rate stands at 1.6% (56% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,126 business establishments, including 171 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Craig is $252,900 , 10% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $311,396. Median rent is $1,060/month, with 24.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 103.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1975.
Safety & Crime
Craig reports 486 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 28% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,602/100K.
Education
20.8% of adults in Craig hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below the national average). 93.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 7.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Craig has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 14.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 12.