Dillon, CO

Colorado

Dillon is a small town in Colorado with a population of 933. Residents earn $95,750 per year, which is 27% above the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
933 Population 626/sq mi density
$95,750 Median Income $65,758 per capita
$939,400 Home Value $830,815 Zillow
$1,682 Median Rent
36°F Avg Temperature
217 Violent Crime/100K 1,517 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$95,750 median income, 1.8% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.1 / 5.0
$939,400 home value, $1,682/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
217 violent crimes/100K (43% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
65.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $95,750
27% higher than US avg
Home Value $939,400
233% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 217/100K
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 65.7%
95% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,682
45% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 23.0%
28% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population933
Median Age51.4 yrs
Density626/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 79%

Economy

A+
Median Income$95,750
Per Capita$65,758
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$4,341M
Commute18 min

Housing

F
Home Value$939,400
Rent$1,682
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$830,815

Crime

F
Violent217/100K
Property1,517/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary325/100K

Health

Obesity23.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.7%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp36°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain14.9 in/yr
Elevation9,047 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+65.7%
High School+97.7%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 30% / D 67%
Commute18 min
EV Stations6
Libraries3

Is Dillon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dillon receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Dillon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dillon is $95,750, 27% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dillon is $939,400, making it a premium housing market at 233% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,682 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 9.8x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Dillon is below the national average at 217 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,517 per 100,000, 23% below the national average.

Education

Dillon is a highly educated community — 65.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Dillon has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 14.9 inches, including 115.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Dillon has a population of 933 with a density of 626 people per square mile. The median age is 51.4 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.8%), with 3.9% Black.

Population

933
Total Population
626
People / sq mi
51.4yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.7%
Female 45.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Dillon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only83.2%
6% above US avg
Spanish16.8%
25% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Dillon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dillon is $95,750, which is 27% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Dillon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$95,750
27% above US avg
Per Capita Income$65,758
Avg Weekly Wage$1,093
IRS Avg AGI$124,511

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,515
County GDP$4,341M

Business (County)

Restaurants293
Healthcare117
Retail313
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,616
60% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.60%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.9 min
Work from Home23.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Dillon is $939,400, 233% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,682 (45% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $830,815.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$939,400
233% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$830,815
Median List Price$774,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$774,000
$/Sq Ft$660
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio97.9%
Price Drops28.1%
Inventory32

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,682
45% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$3,600

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-Occupied64.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,616
60% above US avg
Effective Rate0.60%
In Dillon, 23.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.7% report depression. 13.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.0%
28% below US avg
Diabetes6.7%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure23.6%
Asthma10.2%
COPD4.1%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity13.4%
Depression21.7%
Mental Distress14.8%
Physical Distress9.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.5%
Checkup Rate71.1%
Premature Death4,162/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.4/10
Exercise Access100.0%
Healthcare Facilities117
Dillon has a violent crime rate of 217 per 100,000 residents, 43% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,517 per 100,000 (23% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent216.7/100K
43% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape108.3/100K
Robbery108.3/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,516.8/100K
23% below US avg
Burglary325.0/100K
Theft1,191.8/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Dillon has an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average35.5°F
34% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.9 inches
61% below US avg
Snowfall115.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation9,047 ft (2,758 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density626/sq mi
Coordinates39.6259°N, 106.0437°W
County FIPS08117
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 65.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (95% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 37.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 29.9%
D 67.1%

Winner: Democrat by 37.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+65.7%
95% above US avg
High School+97.7%
School Test Score5.90
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density626/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations6
Alt Fuel Stations6
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities117
Restaurants293
Retail Stores313

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.9 min
Work from Home23.7%

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