Median Income
$38,750
48% lower than US avg
Home Value
$71,500
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
19.2%
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment
5.2%
44% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
14.5%
17% higher than US avg
How Greeley Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population303
Median Age40.8 yrs
Density891/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans8.1%
Economy
C+
Median Income$38,750
Per Capita$28,076
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty14.5%
County GDP$501M
Commute34 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$71,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$220,638
Rent Burden51.0%
Health
Obesity39.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease5.8%
Climate
Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain40.6 in/yr
Elevation894 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+19.2%
High School+97.6%
School Score5.15
Community
2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute34 min
Broadband71.7%
Libraries3
Is Greeley a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Greeley receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Greeley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Greeley is $38,750, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 14.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Greeley is $71,500, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
19.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Greeley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.6 inches, including 12.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Greeley has a population of 303 with a density of 891 people per square mile. The median age is 40.8 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.7%), with 2.3% Hispanic.
Population
40.8yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.2% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.8% |
| 94% below US avg |
The median household income in Greeley is $38,750, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $38,750 |
| 48% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $28,076 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $915 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $59,566 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.2% |
| 44% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 14.5% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 259 |
| County GDP | $501M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 16 |
| Healthcare | 15 |
| Retail | 35 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,111 |
| 17% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.75% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 33.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 87.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 8.5% |
The median home value in Greeley is $71,500, 75% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $220,638.
Home Values
| Census Median | $71,500 |
| 75% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $220,638 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $643 |
| 1 Bedroom | $668 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $877 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,052 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,276 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,111 |
| 17% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.75% |
In Greeley, 39.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.2% report depression. 26.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Greeley vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.6% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.9% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 7.1% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.7% |
| Depression | 23.2% |
| Mental Distress | 18.9% |
| Physical Distress | 13.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 90.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.2% |
| Premature Death | 8,287/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 49.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 15 |
Crime Rates: Greeley vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Greeley has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 55.2°F |
| 2% above US avg |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 40.6 inches |
| 7% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 12.8 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 894 ft (272 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 891/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.3674°N, 95.1263°W |
| County FIPS | 20003 |