Median Income
$52,292
30% lower than US avg
Home Value
$78,000
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
10.4%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$857
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.0%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment
5.9%
64% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
11.7%
6% lower than US avg
How Grand Junction Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population615
Median Age38.7 yrs
Density634/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Economy
B
Median Income$52,292
Per Capita$34,412
Unemployment5.9%
Poverty11.7%
County GDP$721M
Commute28 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$78,000
Rent$857
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$110,812
Health
Obesity37.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.3%
Heart Disease5.9%
Climate
Avg Temp48°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain35.3 in/yr
Elevation1,035 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+10.4%
High School+93.6%
School Score5.73
Community
2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute28 min
Libraries6
Is Grand Junction a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Grand Junction receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Grand Junction offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Grand Junction is $52,292, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 11.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Grand Junction is $78,000, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $857 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Grand Junction experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.3 inches, including 31.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Grand Junction has a population of 615 with a density of 634 people per square mile. The median age is 38.7 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.4%), with 5% Hispanic.
Population
38.7yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Grand Junction vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.5% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.5% |
| 96% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Grand Junction vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Grand Junction is $52,292, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income: Grand Junction vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $52,292 |
| 30% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $34,412 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,036 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $74,253 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.9% |
| 64% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 11.7% |
| 6% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 310 |
| County GDP | $721M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 17 |
| Healthcare | 26 |
| Retail | 37 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,447 |
| 2% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.42% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.7 min |
| Work from Home | 0.7% |
The median home value in Grand Junction is $78,000, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $857 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $110,812.
Home Values
| Census Median | $78,000 |
| 72% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $110,812 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $857 |
| 26% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $738 |
| 1 Bedroom | $788 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $989 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,282 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,420 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,447 |
| 2% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.42% |
In Grand Junction, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.3% report depression. 27.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Grand Junction vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.0% |
| 15% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.1% |
| Heart Disease | 5.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.6% |
| Asthma | 10.7% |
| COPD | 7.3% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.4% |
| Depression | 23.3% |
| Mental Distress | 19.4% |
| Physical Distress | 13.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.8% |
| Premature Death | 9,201/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 63.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 26 |
Crime Rates: Grand Junction vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Grand Junction has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
18°F Jan (-8°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 47.8°F |
| 11% below US avg |
| January Average | 18°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 35.3 inches |
| 7% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 31.7 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,035 ft (315 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 634/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.0330°N, 94.2370°W |
| County FIPS | 19073 |