Eldora, CO

Colorado · Metropolitan Area

Eldora is a small town in Colorado with a population of 440.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
440 Population 106/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $26,848 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
36°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.9 / 5.0
48.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 48.7%
45% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 18.1%
44% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population440
Median Age32.9 yrs
Density106/mi²
Male / Female82% / 18%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$26,848
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,018M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity18.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp36°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain19.6 in/yr
Elevation9,874 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+48.7%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 55%
CommuteN/A
Libraries1

Is Eldora a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Eldora receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Eldora stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 48.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Eldora has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 19.6 inches, including 143.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Eldora has a population of 440 with a density of 106 people per square mile. The median age is 32.9 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

440
Total Population
106
People / sq mi
32.9yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
4.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 82.3%
Female 17.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Eldora vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Eldora vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Eldora is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Eldora vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$26,848
Avg Weekly Wage$1,306
IRS Avg AGI$92,518

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)228
County GDP$1,018M

Business (County)

Restaurants16
Healthcare4
Retail7
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,366
32% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied25.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,366
32% below US avg
In Eldora, 18.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.6% report depression. 11.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity18.1%
44% below US avg
Diabetes6.6%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure21.8%
Asthma10.5%
COPD4.9%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity11.9%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress16.1%
Physical Distress10.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate68.5%
Checkup Rate68.1%
Premature Death6,625/100K

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access54.7%
Healthcare Facilities4

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Eldora has an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average36.0°F
33% below US avg
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.6 inches
48% below US avg
Snowfall143.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation9,874 ft (3,010 m)
Area4.2 sq mi (10.8 km²)
Population Density106/sq mi
Coordinates39.9583°N, 105.5850°W
County FIPS08047
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 48.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 12.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 41.9%
D 54.6%

Winner: Democrat by 12.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+48.7%
45% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.90
A+ Education Grade (4.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density106/sq mi
Total Area4.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants16
Retail Stores7

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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