Franktown, CO

Colorado · Metropolitan Area

Franktown is a small town in Colorado with a population of 405.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
405 Population 138/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $130,788 per capita
$1,066,000 Home Value $1,035,438 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
56.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $1,066,000
278% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 56.7%
68% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.0%
22% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population405
Median Age45.0 yrs
Density138/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$130,788
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$31,178M
Commute41 min

Housing

Home Value$1,066,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$1,035,438

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity25.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease4.0%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain19.3 in/yr
Elevation6,270 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+56.7%
High School+95.6%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 45%
Commute41 min
EV Stations3
Libraries7

Is Franktown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Franktown receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Franktown 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%. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Franktown is $1,066,000, making it a premium housing market at 278% above the U.S. median of $281,900.

Education

Franktown is a highly educated community — 56.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 95.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Franktown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 19.3 inches, including 74.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Franktown has a population of 405 with a density of 138 people per square mile. The median age is 45.0 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

405
Total Population
138
People / sq mi
45.0yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Franktown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Franktown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Franktown is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes.

Income: Franktown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$130,788
Avg Weekly Wage$1,634
IRS Avg AGI$146,479

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% 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 Rate0.49%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time41.2 min
Work from Home20.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Franktown is $1,066,000, 278% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,035,438.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,066,000
278% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$1,035,438
Median List Price$2,099,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$2,099,900
$/Sq Ft$305
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.4%
Price Drops16.7%
Inventory6

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,238
50% above US avg
Effective Rate0.49%
In Franktown, 25.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.9% report depression. 13.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.0%
22% below US avg
Diabetes5.9%
Heart Disease4.0%
High Blood Pressure23.7%
Asthma11.0%
COPD3.7%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity13.0%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress15.6%
Physical Distress9.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate73.0%
Premature Death4,121/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Safety Score

Franktown has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.2°F
11% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.3 inches
49% below US avg
Snowfall74.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,270 ft (1,911 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.6 km²)
Population Density138/sq mi
Coordinates39.3900°N, 104.7424°W
County FIPS08035
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 56.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.3%
D 45.3%

Winner: Republican by 7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+56.7%
68% above US avg
High School+95.6%
School Test Score5.90
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density138/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities1,115
Restaurants647
Retail Stores955

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute41.2 min
Work from Home20.3%

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