Del Norte, CO

Colorado

Del Norte is a small town in Colorado with a population of 1,576. Residents earn $39,861 per year, which is 47% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,576 Population 1,459/sq mi density
$39,861 Median Income $32,413 per capita
$175,600 Home Value $295,627 Zillow
$812 Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
365 Violent Crime/100K 1,215 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$39,861 median income, 3.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$175,600 home value, $812/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
365 violent crimes/100K (4% below avg)
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
23.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,861
47% lower than US avg
Home Value $175,600
38% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 365/100K
4% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.0%
32% lower than US avg
Median Rent $812
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.5%
11% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.7%
2% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,576
Median Age51.8 yrs
Density1,459/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 80%

Economy

B
Median Income$39,861
Per Capita$32,413
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty12.7%
County GDP$580M
Commute20 min

Housing

A
Home Value$175,600
Rent$812
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$295,627

Crime

F
Violent365/100K
Property1,215/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault243/100K
Burglary365/100K

Health

Obesity28.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.7%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain9.7 in/yr
Elevation7,883 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.0%
High School+91.4%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 37%
Commute20 min
EV Stations3
Libraries3

Is Del Norte a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Del Norte receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Del Norte has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Del Norte is $39,861, 47% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Del Norte is $175,600, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $812 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Del Norte is below the national average at 365 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,215 per 100,000, 38% below the national average.

Education

23.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Del Norte has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 9.7 inches, including 38.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Del Norte has a population of 1,576 with a density of 1,459 people per square mile. The median age is 51.8 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.6%), with 5.3% Hispanic, 1.3% Black.

Population

1,576
Total Population
1,459
People / sq mi
51.8yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.3%
Female 43.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Del Norte vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only75.7%
4% below US avg
Spanish24.3%
81% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Del Norte vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Del Norte is $39,861, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Del Norte vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,861
47% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,413
Avg Weekly Wage$943
IRS Avg AGI$60,839

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.7%
2% above US avg
Establishments (County)500
County GDP$580M

Business (County)

Restaurants53
Healthcare28
Retail51
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,187
38% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.25%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.3 min
Work from Home9.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Del Norte is $175,600, 38% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $812 (30% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $295,627.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$175,600
38% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$295,627

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$812
30% 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-Occupied73.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,187
38% below US avg
Effective Rate1.25%
In Del Norte, 28.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.7% report depression. 22.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Del Norte vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.5%
11% below US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure27.5%
Asthma10.6%
COPD5.4%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity22.4%
Depression21.7%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress13.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.7%
Checkup Rate69.6%
Premature Death14,091/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access83.6%
Healthcare Facilities28
Del Norte has a violent crime rate of 365 per 100,000 residents, 4% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,215 per 100,000 (38% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent364.5/100K
4% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery121.5/100K
Assault243.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,215.1/100K
38% below US avg
Burglary364.5/100K
Theft729.0/100K
Vehicle Theft121.5/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Del Norte has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 9.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average43.9°F
19% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall9.7 inches
75% below US avg
Snowfall38.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation7,883 ft (2,403 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density1,459/sq mi
Coordinates37.6780°N, 106.3530°W
County FIPS08105
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 23.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.4%
D 37.2%

Winner: Republican by 23.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.0%
32% below US avg
High School+91.4%
School Test Score5.90
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,459/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities28
Restaurants53
Retail Stores51

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.3 min
Work from Home9.0%

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