Gerrard, CO

Colorado

Gerrard is a small town in Colorado with a population of 359. Residents earn $90,284 per year, which is 20% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
359 Population 299/sq mi density
$90,284 Median Income $41,737 per capita
$281,700 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
37°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$90,284 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$281,700 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
54.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $90,284
20% higher than US avg
Home Value $281,700
0% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 54.7%
62% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.1%
25% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population359
Median Age38.8 yrs
Density299/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

A+
Median Income$90,284
Per Capita$41,737
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$580M
Commute58 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$281,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity24.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp37°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain15.1 in/yr
Elevation8,123 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+54.7%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 37%
Commute58 min
Libraries3

Is Gerrard a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gerrard receives an overall livability score of 4.9 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 long commute times. Gerrard stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gerrard is $90,284, 20% 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%. Workers commute an average of 58 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gerrard is $281,700, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Gerrard is a highly educated community — 54.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above 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

Gerrard has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Gerrard has a population of 359 with a density of 299 people per square mile. The median age is 38.8 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

359
Total Population
299
People / sq mi
38.8yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.6%
Female 40.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Gerrard vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Gerrard vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gerrard is $90,284, which is 20% 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. Workers commute an average of 58 minutes.

Income: Gerrard vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$90,284
20% above US avg
Per Capita Income$41,737
Avg Weekly Wage$943
IRS Avg AGI$60,839

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)500
County GDP$580M

Business (County)

Restaurants53
Healthcare28
Retail51
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,187
38% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.78%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time57.6 min
Work from Home5.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Gerrard is $281,700, 0% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$281,700
0% below US avg

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-Occupied82.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,187
38% below US avg
Effective Rate0.78%
In Gerrard, 24.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.5% report depression. 14.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.1%
25% below US avg
Diabetes6.7%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure24.7%
Asthma11.0%
COPD4.5%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity14.5%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress16.4%
Physical Distress10.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.5%
Checkup Rate70.6%
Premature Death14,091/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access83.6%
Healthcare Facilities28

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Gerrard has an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average36.7°F
32% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.1 inches
60% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation8,123 ft (2,476 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density299/sq mi
Coordinates37.6783°N, 106.5752°W
County FIPS08105
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 54.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.4%
D 37.2%

Winner: Republican by 23.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+54.7%
62% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.90
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density299/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities28
Restaurants53
Retail Stores51

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute57.6 min
Work from Home5.4%

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