Florissant, CO

Colorado · Metropolitan Area

Florissant is a small town in Colorado with a population of 156. Residents earn $91,838 per year, which is 22% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
156 Population 300/sq mi density
$91,838 Median Income $28,226 per capita
$407,500 Home Value $447,810 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
40°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$91,838 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$407,500 home value
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
40.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $91,838
22% higher than US avg
Home Value $407,500
45% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 40.6%
20% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 22.8%
29% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population156
Median Age47.5 yrs
Density300/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

A+
Median Income$91,838
Per Capita$28,226
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,305M

Housing

A
Home Value$407,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$447,810

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity22.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain15.0 in/yr
Elevation8,193 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+40.6%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%
CommuteN/A
Broadband58.0%
Libraries4

Is Florissant a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Florissant receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Florissant stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Florissant is $91,838, 22% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. 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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Florissant is $407,500, 45% above the national median. A price-to-income ratio of 4.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 40.6% 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

Florissant has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.0 inches, including 58.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Florissant has a population of 156 with a density of 300 people per square mile. The median age is 47.5 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

156
Total Population
300
People / sq mi
47.5yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Florissant vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.1%
10% above US avg
Spanish13.9%
4% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Florissant vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Florissant is $91,838, which is 22% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Florissant vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$91,838
22% above US avg
Per Capita Income$28,226
Avg Weekly Wage$1,038
IRS Avg AGI$83,055

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,053
County GDP$1,305M

Business (County)

Restaurants78
Healthcare68
Retail88
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,869
18% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.70%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Florissant is $407,500, 45% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $447,810.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$407,500
45% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$447,810

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-Occupied78.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,869
18% below US avg
Effective Rate0.70%
In Florissant, 22.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% report depression. 14.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity22.8%
29% below US avg
Diabetes7.4%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure25.7%
Asthma10.2%
COPD4.5%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.3%
Physical Inactivity14.7%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress15.7%
Physical Distress10.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate68.6%
Premature Death8,621/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access83.1%
Healthcare Facilities68

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Florissant has an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average40.3°F
25% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.0 inches
61% below US avg
Snowfall58.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation8,193 ft (2,497 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density300/sq mi
Coordinates38.9446°N, 105.2899°W
County FIPS08119
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 40.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35.5-point margin. 58.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.5%
D 31%

Winner: Republican by 35.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+40.6%
20% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.90
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density300/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access58.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities68
Restaurants78
Retail Stores88

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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