Deer Trail, CO

Colorado · Metropolitan Area

Deer Trail is a small town in Colorado with a population of 1,180. Residents earn $76,250 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
1,180 Population 929/sq mi density
$76,250 Median Income $33,785 per capita
$374,100 Home Value $382,767 Zillow
$938 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$76,250 median income, 0.5% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$374,100 home value, $938/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,250
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $374,100
33% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.4%
57% lower than US avg
Median Rent $938
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.9%
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.9%
28% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,180
Median Age30.8 yrs
Density929/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 78%

Economy

A
Median Income$76,250
Per Capita$33,785
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty15.9%
County GDP$66,677M
Commute41 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$374,100
Rent$938
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$382,767

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity27.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain16.3 in/yr
Elevation5,188 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.4%
High School+85.6%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 59%
Commute41 min
EV Stations2
Libraries16

Is Deer Trail a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Deer Trail receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Deer Trail offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Deer Trail is $76,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. The poverty rate of 15.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Deer Trail is $374,100, 33% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $938 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

14.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Deer Trail experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.3 inches, including 42.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Deer Trail has a population of 1,180 with a density of 929 people per square mile. The median age is 30.8 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78%), with 2.2% Hispanic.

Population

1,180
Total Population
929
People / sq mi
30.8yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Deer Trail vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.0%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.0%
48% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Deer Trail vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Deer Trail is $76,250, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes.

Income: Deer Trail vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,250
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,785
Avg Weekly Wage$1,647
IRS Avg AGI$105,584

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.9%
28% above US avg
Establishments (County)26,450
County GDP$66,677M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,471
Healthcare2,590
Retail1,839
Manufacturing399

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,339
53% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time41.2 min
Work from Home10.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Deer Trail is $374,100, 33% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $938 (19% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $382,767.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$374,100
33% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$382,767
Median List Price$399,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$399,000
$/Sq Ft$140
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio92.3%
Price Drops12.5%
Inventory8

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$938
19% 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-Occupied85.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,339
53% above US avg
Effective Rate1.43%
In Deer Trail, 27.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.3% report depression. 20.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Deer Trail vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.9%
13% below US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure27.6%
Asthma11.0%
COPD5.9%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity20.7%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress13.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.8%
Checkup Rate67.3%
Premature Death6,895/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access97.5%
Healthcare Facilities2,590

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)58

Safety Score

Deer Trail has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.1°F
9% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.3 inches
57% below US avg
Snowfall42.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,188 ft (1,581 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density929/sq mi
Coordinates39.6170°N, 104.0439°W
County FIPS08005
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 14.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 20.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38.5%
D 58.6%

Winner: Democrat by 20.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.4%
57% below US avg
High School+85.6%
School Test Score5.90
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density929/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities2,590
Restaurants1,471
Retail Stores1,839

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)58

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute41.2 min
Work from Home10.4%

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