Granada, CO

Colorado

Granada is a small town in Colorado with a population of 492. Residents earn $46,685 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
492 Population 713/sq mi density
$46,685 Median Income $31,245 per capita
$100,000 Home Value
$713 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$46,685 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$100,000 home value, $713/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
18.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,685
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $100,000
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.1%
46% lower than US avg
Median Rent $713
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.2%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.5%
17% higher than US avg

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

People

Population492
Median Age42.2 yrs
Density713/mi²
Male / Female45% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 46%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,685
Per Capita$31,245
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty14.5%
County GDP$119M
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$100,000
Rent$713
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.0%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain17.3 in/yr
Elevation3,485 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.1%
High School+67.6%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 12%
Commute14 min
Libraries1

Is Granada a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Granada receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Granada offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Granada is $46,685, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 14.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Granada is $100,000, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $713 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 67.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Granada experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.3 inches, including 21.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Granada has a population of 492 with a density of 713 people per square mile. The median age is 42.2 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (46.1%), with 8.9% Hispanic.

Population

492
Total Population
713
People / sq mi
42.2yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.5%
Female 55.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Granada vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only44.1%
44% below US avg
Spanish55.9%
317% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Granada vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Granada is $46,685, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Granada vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,685
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,245
Avg Weekly Wage$853
IRS Avg AGI$70,062

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.5%
17% above US avg
Establishments (County)53
County GDP$119M

Business (County)

Healthcare5
Retail8

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.6 min
Work from Home18.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Granada is $100,000, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $713 (39% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$100,000
65% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$713
39% below US avg

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-Occupied67.8%

Property Tax

In Granada, 32.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.0% report depression. 30.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.2%
0% below US avg
Diabetes13.1%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.9%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity30.0%
Depression21.0%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress16.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate73.2%
Checkup Rate67.8%
Premature Death10,214/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.1/10
Healthcare Facilities5

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Granada has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average53.3°F
1% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.3 inches
55% below US avg
Snowfall21.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,485 ft (1,062 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density713/sq mi
Coordinates38.0630°N, 102.3116°W
County FIPS08061
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 18.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 74.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86.2%
D 11.8%

Winner: Republican by 74.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.1%
46% below US avg
High School+67.6%
School Test Score5.90
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density713/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities5
Retail Stores8

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.6 min
Work from Home18.8%

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