Flagler, CO

Colorado

Flagler is a small town in Colorado with a population of 597. Residents earn $37,941 per year, which is 50% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
597 Population 417/sq mi density
$37,941 Median Income $28,825 per capita
$123,600 Home Value $220,586 Zillow
$840 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$37,941 median income, 7.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$123,600 home value, $840/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $37,941
50% lower than US avg
Home Value $123,600
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.0%
41% lower than US avg
Median Rent $840
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.0%
10% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.2%
100% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.0%
27% lower than US avg

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

People

Population597
Median Age41.2 yrs
Density417/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

C+
Median Income$37,941
Per Capita$28,825
Unemployment7.2%
Poverty9.0%
County GDP$188M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$123,600
Rent$840
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$220,586

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity29.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain16.5 in/yr
Elevation4,954 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.0%
High School+82.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 87% / D 12%
Commute15 min
EV Stations2
Libraries1

Is Flagler a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Flagler receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Flagler offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Flagler is $37,941, 50% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 9.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Flagler is $123,600, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $840 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

20.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Flagler experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.5 inches, including 24.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Flagler has a population of 597 with a density of 417 people per square mile. The median age is 41.2 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.5%).

Population

597
Total Population
417
People / sq mi
41.2yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.2%
Female 55.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Flagler vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Flagler vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Flagler is $37,941, which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Flagler vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$37,941
50% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,825
Avg Weekly Wage$834
IRS Avg AGI$59,494

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.2%
100% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.0%
27% below US avg
Establishments (County)154
County GDP$188M

Business (County)

Restaurants4
Healthcare7
Retail11
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,200
66% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.97%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.9 min
Work from Home4.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Flagler is $123,600, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $220,586.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$123,600
56% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$220,586

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$840
28% 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-Occupied51.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,200
66% below US avg
Effective Rate0.97%
In Flagler, 29.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 25.7% report depression. 20.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.0%
10% below US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure27.7%
Asthma12.0%
COPD7.0%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity20.3%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress14.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.3%
Checkup Rate67.8%
Premature Death11,152/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access42.1%
Healthcare Facilities7

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Flagler has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.2°F
5% below US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.5 inches
57% below US avg
Snowfall24.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,954 ft (1,510 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²)
Population Density417/sq mi
Coordinates39.2966°N, 103.0646°W
County FIPS08121
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 20.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 75.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86.8%
D 11.7%

Winner: Republican by 75.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.0%
41% below US avg
High School+82.0%
School Test Score5.90
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density417/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities7
Restaurants4
Retail Stores11

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.9 min
Work from Home4.2%

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