Fleming, CO

Colorado

Fleming is a small town in Colorado with a population of 598. Residents earn $51,875 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
598 Population 1,220/sq mi density
$51,875 Median Income $24,727 per capita
$120,800 Home Value $267,337 Zillow
$937 Median Rent 23.0% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$51,875 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$120,800 home value, $937/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,875
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $120,800
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.6%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $937
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.9%
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.3%
1% lower than US avg

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

People

Population598
Median Age34.8 yrs
Density1,220/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Veterans5.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$51,875
Per Capita$24,727
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty12.3%
County GDP$254M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$120,800
Rent$937
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$267,337
Rent Burden23.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity27.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain17.2 in/yr
Elevation4,238 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.6%
High School+92.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 18%
Commute24 min
Broadband80.6%
Libraries2

Is Fleming a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fleming receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Fleming offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fleming is $51,875, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. 12.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fleming is $120,800, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $937 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Fleming experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.2 inches, including 37.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Fleming has a population of 598 with a density of 1,220 people per square mile. The median age is 34.8 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.1%), with 4% Hispanic.

Population

598
Total Population
1,220
People / sq mi
34.8yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.1%
Female 56.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Fleming vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.8%
16% above US avg
Spanish9.2%
31% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fleming vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fleming is $51,875, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Fleming vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,875
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,727
Avg Weekly Wage$961
IRS Avg AGI$68,315

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.3%
1% below US avg
Establishments (County)186
County GDP$254M

Business (County)

Restaurants11
Healthcare11
Retail17
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,800
49% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.49%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.1 min
Drive Alone81.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Fleming is $120,800, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $937 (19% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $267,337.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$120,800
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$267,337

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$937
19% below US avg
Rent Burden23.0%

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-Occupied70.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,800
49% below US avg
Effective Rate1.49%
In Fleming, 27.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 25.8% report depression. 21.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.9%
13% below US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure28.3%
Asthma12.0%
COPD7.1%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity21.3%
Depression25.8%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress14.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.3%
Checkup Rate67.3%
Premature Death9,191/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access82.3%
Healthcare Facilities11

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Fleming has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below US avg
January Average29°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.2 inches
55% below US avg
Snowfall37.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,238 ft (1,292 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density1,220/sq mi
Coordinates40.6821°N, 102.8396°W
County FIPS08095
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 18.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 62.7-point margin. 80.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.2%
D 17.5%

Winner: Republican by 62.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.6%
45% below US avg
High School+92.0%
School Test Score5.90
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,220/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.6%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities11
Restaurants11
Retail Stores17

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.1 min
Drive Alone81.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.5%

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