Colorado
Glenwood Springs is a small city in Colorado with a population of 10,171. Residents earn $87,000 per year, which is 16% above the national average.
Based on current data, Glenwood Springs receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. 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. Glenwood Springs offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Glenwood Springs is $87,000, 16% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. Only 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
The median home value in Glenwood Springs is $592,000, making it a premium housing market at 110% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,717 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 6.8x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
The violent crime rate of 404 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,632 per 100,000, 136% above the national average.
Educational attainment is solid, with 38.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 86.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Glenwood Springs experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.5 inches, including 38.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 66.2% |
| 16% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 33.8% |
| 152% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $87,000 |
| 16% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $41,983 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,241 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $94,076 |
| Unemployment | 2.8% |
| 22% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 4.1% |
| 67% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 3,052 |
| County GDP | $5,011M |
| Restaurants | 228 |
| Healthcare | 183 |
| Retail | 257 |
| Manufacturing | 42 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,523 |
| 29% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.76% |
| Commute Time | 27.4 min |
| Work from Home | 7.8% |
| Census Median | $592,000 |
| 110% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $854,543 |
| Median List Price | $645,000 |
| Median List Price | $645,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $410 |
| Homes Sold | 7 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 93.1% |
| Price Drops | 22.2% |
| Inventory | 36 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,717 |
| 48% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $2,501 |
| Studio | $1,083 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,161 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,429 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,861 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,178 |
| Owner-Occupied | 52.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,523 |
| 29% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 0.76% |
| Obesity | 23.3% |
| 27% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 7.9% |
| Heart Disease | 4.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 24.8% |
| Asthma | 10.7% |
| COPD | 5.2% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 18.2% |
| Depression | 20.9% |
| Mental Distress | 16.3% |
| Physical Distress | 12.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 81.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 69.7% |
| Premature Death | 6,090/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 83.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 183 |
| Total Violent | 403.7/100K |
| 6% above US avg | |
| Murder | 10.1/100K |
| 60% above US avg | |
| Rape | 70.6/100K |
| Robbery | 30.3/100K |
| Assault | 292.7/100K |
| Total Property | 4,632.2/100K |
| 136% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 726.6/100K |
| Theft | 3,754.2/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 151.4/100K |
| Arson | 10.1/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
| FEMA Disasters | 182 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 47.6°F |
| 12% below US avg | |
| January Average | 24°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 15.5 inches |
| 59% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 38.9 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 6,349 ft (1,935 m) |
| Area | 5.8 sq mi (15.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,742/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.5471°N, 107.3426°W |
| County FIPS | 08045 |
Winner: Democrat by 2.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 38.1% |
| 13% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 86.6% |
| School Test Score | 5.90 |
| RUCC Code 5 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+ |
| Population Density | 1,742/sq mi |
| Total Area | 5.8 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 33 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 33 |
| Public Libraries | 6 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 183 |
| Restaurants | 228 |
| Retail Stores | 257 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 182 |
| Avg Commute | 27.4 min |
| Work from Home | 7.8% |