Elbert, CO

Colorado · Metropolitan Area

Elbert is a small town in Colorado with a population of 150. Residents earn $56,500 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
150 Population 273/sq mi density
$56,500 Median Income $40,598 per capita
$263,200 Home Value $602,614 Zillow
$1,188 Median Rent 18.8% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$56,500 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$263,200 home value, $1,188/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,500
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $263,200
7% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.6%
30% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,188
2% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.1%
22% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population150
Median Age37.4 yrs
Density273/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

B+
Median Income$56,500
Per Capita$40,598
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$31,178M
Commute40 min

Housing

A
Home Value$263,200
Rent$1,188
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$602,614
Rent Burden18.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity25.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.3%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain21.6 in/yr
Elevation6,841 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.6%
High School+96.2%
School Score6.06

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 45%
Commute40 min
Broadband76.0%
Libraries7

Is Elbert a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Elbert receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Elbert offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Elbert is $56,500, 25% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, 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 40 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Elbert is $263,200, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,188 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

23.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Elbert has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 21.6 inches, including 101.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Elbert has a population of 150 with a density of 273 people per square mile. The median age is 37.4 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.3%).

Population

150
Total Population
273
People / sq mi
37.4yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Elbert vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Elbert vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Elbert is $56,500, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes.

Income: Elbert vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,500
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,598
Avg Weekly Wage$1,634
IRS Avg AGI$146,479

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)16,132
County GDP$31,178M

Business (County)

Restaurants647
Healthcare1,115
Retail955
Manufacturing156

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,238
50% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.99%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time40.3 min
Work from Home5.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Elbert is $263,200, 7% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,188 (2% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $602,614.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$263,200
7% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$602,614

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,188
2% above US avg
Rent Burden18.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,643
1 Bedroom$1,754
2 Bedrooms$2,089
3 Bedrooms$2,734
4 Bedrooms$3,049

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,238
50% above US avg
Effective Rate1.99%
In Elbert, 25.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.3% report depression. 16.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.1%
22% below US avg
Diabetes7.5%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure26.3%
Asthma10.8%
COPD5.1%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.6%
Physical Inactivity16.0%
Depression22.3%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress11.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.1%
Checkup Rate69.2%
Premature Death4,121/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.6/10
Exercise Access91.3%
Healthcare Facilities1,115

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Safety Score

Elbert has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average43.9°F
19% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.6 inches
43% below US avg
Snowfall101.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,841 ft (2,085 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density273/sq mi
Coordinates39.2189°N, 104.5404°W
County FIPS08035
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 23.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 7-point margin. 76.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.3%
D 45.3%

Winner: Republican by 7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.6%
30% below US avg
High School+96.2%
School Test Score6.06
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density273/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities1,115
Restaurants647
Retail Stores955

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute40.3 min
Work from Home5.5%

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