Crestone, CO

Colorado

Crestone is a small town in Colorado with a population of 31. Residents earn $8,839 per year, which is 88% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
31 Population 79/sq mi density
$8,839 Median Income $10,174 per capita
N/A Home Value $345,504 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$8,839 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
100.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $8,839
88% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 100.0%
197% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.6%
20% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population31
Median Age62.0 yrs
Density79/mi²
Male / Female3% / 97%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans32.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$8,839
Per Capita$10,174
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$912M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$345,504

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity25.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain12.4 in/yr
Elevation7,968 ft

Education

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

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 43%
CommuteN/A
Broadband32.0%
Libraries1

Is Crestone a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Crestone receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Crestone stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Crestone is $8,839, 88% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Crestone is a highly educated community — 100.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above 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

Crestone has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.4 inches, including 58.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Crestone has a population of 31 with a density of 79 people per square mile. The median age is 62.0 years, 59% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

31
Total Population
79
People / sq mi
62.0yrs
Median Age
59% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 3.2%
Female 96.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Crestone vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Crestone vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Crestone is $8,839, which is 88% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Crestone vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$8,839
88% below US avg
Per Capita Income$10,174
Avg Weekly Wage$947
IRS Avg AGI$57,919

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)623
County GDP$912M

Business (County)

Restaurants53
Healthcare79
Retail82
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,352
33% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home86.7%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $345,504.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$345,504

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-Occupied93.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,352
33% below US avg
In Crestone, 25.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.4% report depression. 19.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.6%
20% below US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.4%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity19.3%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress12.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate68.2%
Premature Death12,905/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access82.1%
Healthcare Facilities79

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Crestone has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average43.6°F
19% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.4 inches
67% below US avg
Snowfall58.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation7,968 ft (2,429 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density79/sq mi
Coordinates37.9945°N, 105.6962°W
County FIPS08003
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 100.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (197% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 10.8-point margin. 32.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54%
D 43.1%

Winner: Republican by 10.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+100.0%
197% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.90
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density79/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access32.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities79
Restaurants53
Retail Stores82

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home86.7%

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