Colorado · Metropolitan Area
Cripple Creek is a small town in Colorado with a population of 822. Residents earn $39,198 per year, which is 48% below the national average.
Based on current data, Cripple Creek receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes. Cripple Creek has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Cripple Creek is $39,198, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Cripple Creek is $244,600, 13% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,078 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 6.2x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
With 1,634 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 6,105 per 100,000, 211% above the national average.
17.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Cripple Creek has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 18.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 92.2% |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 7.8% |
| 42% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $39,198 |
| 48% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $31,408 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,038 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $83,055 |
| Unemployment | 1.4% |
| 61% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 6.7% |
| 46% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,053 |
| County GDP | $1,305M |
| Restaurants | 78 |
| Healthcare | 68 |
| Retail | 88 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,869 |
| 18% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.17% |
| Commute Time | 11.7 min |
| Work from Home | 18.1% |
| Census Median | $244,600 |
| 13% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $319,038 |
| Median List Price | $399,000 |
| Median List Price | $399,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $0 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 0.0% |
| Price Drops | 28.6% |
| Inventory | 28 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,078 |
| 7% below US avg |
| Studio | $1,083 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,161 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,429 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,861 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,178 |
| Owner-Occupied | 56.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,869 |
| 18% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.17% |
| Obesity | 24.5% |
| 24% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 7.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 26.5% |
| Asthma | 11.5% |
| COPD | 5.8% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 17.2% |
| Depression | 24.5% |
| Mental Distress | 17.9% |
| Physical Distress | 12.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 89.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 69.1% |
| Premature Death | 8,621/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 83.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 68 |
| Total Violent | 1,633.7/100K |
| 330% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 86.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 1,547.7/100K |
| Total Property | 6,104.9/100K |
| 211% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 515.9/100K |
| Theft | 5,589.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 41.6°F |
| 23% below US avg | |
| January Average | 24°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 18.0 inches |
| 53% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 9,518 ft (2,901 m) |
| Area | 1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 541/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.7466°N, 105.1850°W |
| County FIPS | 08119 |
Winner: Republican by 35.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 17.5% |
| 48% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 95.9% |
| School Test Score | 5.90 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 541/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.5 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 4 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 4 |
| Public Libraries | 4 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 68 |
| Restaurants | 78 |
| Retail Stores | 88 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 11.7 min |
| Work from Home | 18.1% |