Median Income
$62,800
16% lower than US avg
Home Value
$270,000
4% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
8.8%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$705
39% lower than US avg
Unemployment
5.6%
56% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
13.0%
5% higher than US avg
How Granby Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population69,025
Median Age47.6 yrs
Density1,171/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Economy
B
Median Income$62,800
Per Capita$43,160
Unemployment5.6%
Poverty13.0%
Commute21 min
Housing
A
Home Value$270,000
Rent$705
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units31,850
Rent Burden15.6%
Climate
Avg Temp45°F
AQIN/A
Rain58.7 in/yr
Elevation341 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+8.8%
High School+26.9%
Graduate+3.0%
Is Granby a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Granby receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Granby offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Granby is $62,800, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Granby is $270,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $705 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
8.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 26.9% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
Granby has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 58.7 inches, including 71.9 inches of snow.
Granby has a population of 69,025 with a density of 1,171 people per square mile. The median age is 47.6 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.5%), with 1.6% Hispanic, 1.8% Black.
Population
69,025
Total Population
2021 Census
47.6yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 2.1% |
| 97% below US avg |
| Spanish | 91.9% |
| 586% above US avg |
| Other Languages | 6% |
The median household income in Granby is $62,800, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $62,800 |
| 16% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $43,160 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.6% |
| 56% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 13.0% |
| 5% above US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 86.8% |
| Public Transit | 0.9% |
| Work from Home | 13.6% |
The median home value in Granby is $270,000, 4% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $705 (39% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $270,000 |
| 4% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $705 |
| 39% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 15.6% |
Ownership & Property
| Owner-Occupied | 54.2% |
| Renter-Occupied | 45.8% |
| Housing Units | 31,850 |
Property Tax
Health Metrics: Granby vs U.S. Average (%)
Behaviors & Mental Health
Healthcare Access
Food & Exercise
Crime Rates: Granby vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Granby has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.7 inches.
Temperature
17°F Jan (-9°C)
69°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 45.4°F |
| 16% below US avg |
| January Average | 17°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 58.7 inches |
| 54% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 71.9 inches/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 341 ft (104 m) |
| Area | 59.0 sq mi (152.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,171/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.4001°N, 72.7324°W |
| Timezone | America/Toronto |