El Moro, CO

Colorado

El Moro is a small town in Colorado with a population of 203. Residents earn $107,625 per year, which is 43% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
203 Population 18/sq mi density
$107,625 Median Income $38,005 per capita
$201,700 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$107,625 median income, 4.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$201,700 home value
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $107,625
43% higher than US avg
Home Value $201,700
28% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.2%
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.9%
36% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population203
Median Age57.2 yrs
Density18/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 82%

Economy

A+
Median Income$107,625
Per Capita$38,005
Unemployment4.9%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$653M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$201,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain14.9 in/yr
Elevation5,901 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.2%
High School+96.1%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute16 min
Broadband94.0%
Libraries2

Is El Moro a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, El Moro receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. El Moro stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in El Moro is $107,625, which is significantly higher than the national average — 43% above $75,149. This places El Moro among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in El Moro is $201,700, 28% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

El Moro experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 14.9 inches, including 55.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

El Moro has a population of 203 with a density of 18 people per square mile. The median age is 57.2 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.3%), with 5.4% Hispanic.

Population

203
Total Population
18
People / sq mi
57.2yrs
Median Age
47% above US avg
11.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.7%
Female 45.3%

Race & Ethnicity

El Moro vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

El Moro vs U.S. Average

The median household income in El Moro is $107,625, which is 43% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: El Moro vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$107,625
43% above US avg
Per Capita Income$38,005
Avg Weekly Wage$861
IRS Avg AGI$53,905

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.9%
36% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)586
County GDP$653M

Business (County)

Restaurants55
Healthcare37
Retail67
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,550
56% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.77%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.8 min
Work from Home17.6%

Walkability

The median home value in El Moro is $201,700, 28% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$201,700
28% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,550
56% below US avg
Effective Rate0.77%
In El Moro, 30.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.6% report depression. 21.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: El Moro vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.2%
6% below US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure25.4%
Asthma11.7%
COPD5.9%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity21.1%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress13.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate67.7%
Premature Death12,324/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Exercise Access70.9%
Healthcare Facilities37

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

El Moro has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.0°F
0% below US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.9 inches
61% below US avg
Snowfall55.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,901 ft (1,799 m)
Area11.1 sq mi (28.7 km²)
Population Density18/sq mi
Coordinates37.2466°N, 104.4531°W
County FIPS08071
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 23.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13.5-point margin. 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.5%
D 42%

Winner: Republican by 13.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.2%
31% below US avg
High School+96.1%
School Test Score5.90
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density18/sq mi
Total Area11.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities37
Restaurants55
Retail Stores67

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.8 min
Work from Home17.6%

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