Gardner, CO

Colorado

Gardner is a small town in Colorado with a population of 59.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
59 Population 24/sq mi density
N/A Median Income
N/A Home Value $300,569 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
46°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
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.5%
17% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population59
Median AgeN/A
Density24/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans59.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$912M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$300,569

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity26.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain13.6 in/yr
Elevation7,021 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 43%
CommuteN/A
Broadband59.0%
Libraries1

Is Gardner a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gardner receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Gardner 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

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Gardner experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.6 inches, including 51.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Gardner has a population of 59 with a density of 24 people per square mile. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

59
Total Population
24
People / sq mi
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.7%
Female 59.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Gardner vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only73.7%
6% below US avg
Spanish26.3%
96% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Gardner vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gardner 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: Gardner vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Avg Weekly Wage$947
IRS Avg AGI$57,919

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)623
County GDP$912M

Business (County)

Restaurants53
Healthcare79
Retail82
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,352
33% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $300,569.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$300,569

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,352
33% below US avg
In Gardner, 26.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.8% report depression. 18.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.5%
17% below US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure25.3%
Asthma10.9%
COPD4.4%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity18.1%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress12.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate68.8%
Premature Death12,905/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access82.1%
Healthcare Facilities79

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Gardner has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average45.9°F
15% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.6 inches
64% below US avg
Snowfall51.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation7,021 ft (2,140 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.4 km²)
Population Density24/sq mi
Coordinates37.7889°N, 105.1645°W
County FIPS08003
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 10.8-point margin. 59.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54%
D 43.1%

Winner: Republican by 10.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.90
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density24/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access59.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities79
Restaurants53
Retail Stores82

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

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