Crook, CO

Colorado

Crook is a small town in Colorado with a population of 145. Residents earn $31,964 per year, which is 57% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
145 Population 1,036/sq mi density
$31,964 Median Income $29,504 per capita
$120,800 Home Value $241,876 Zillow
$864 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$31,964 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$120,800 home value, $864/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $31,964
57% lower than US avg
Home Value $120,800
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.4%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $864
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.2%
15% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 30.2%
144% higher than US avg

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

People

Population145
Median Age53.1 yrs
Density1,036/mi²
Male / Female63% / 37%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans72.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$31,964
Per Capita$29,504
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty30.2%
County GDP$99M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$120,800
Rent$864
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$241,876

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity27.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain16.9 in/yr
Elevation3,709 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.4%
High School+81.3%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 21%
Commute22 min
Broadband44.0%
Libraries1

Is Crook a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Crook receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Crook has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Crook is $31,964, 57% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. The poverty rate of 30.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Crook is $120,800, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $864 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Crook 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 16.9 inches, including 25.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Crook has a population of 145 with a density of 1,036 people per square mile. The median age is 53.1 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

145
Total Population
1,036
People / sq mi
53.1yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 63.4%
Female 36.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Crook vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Crook vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Crook is $31,964, which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 30.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Crook vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$31,964
57% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,504
Avg Weekly Wage$853
IRS Avg AGI$48,531

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate30.2%
144% above US avg
Establishments (County)97
County GDP$99M

Business (County)

Restaurants7
Healthcare5
Retail15
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.4 min
Work from Home8.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Crook is $120,800, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $864 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $241,876.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$120,800
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$241,876

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$864
26% below US avg

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-Occupied65.8%

Property Tax

In Crook, 27.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 25.4% report depression. 17.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.2%
15% below US avg
Diabetes7.9%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure27.6%
Asthma11.7%
COPD6.0%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity17.6%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate69.1%
Premature Death13,182/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access61.1%
Healthcare Facilities5

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Crook has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.5°F
6% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.9 inches
56% below US avg
Snowfall25.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,709 ft (1,131 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density1,036/sq mi
Coordinates40.8588°N, 102.8014°W
County FIPS08115
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 56.3-point margin. 44.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.2%
D 20.8%

Winner: Republican by 56.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.4%
69% below US avg
High School+81.3%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,036/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access44.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities5
Restaurants7
Retail Stores15

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.4 min
Work from Home8.0%

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