Guffey, CO

Colorado · Metropolitan Area

Guffey is a small town in Colorado with a population of 29.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
29 Population 3/sq mi density
N/A Median Income
N/A Home Value $491,103 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
35°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
100.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 100.0%
197% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.4%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population29
Median AgeN/A
Density3/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans29.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,305M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$491,103

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity26.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp35°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain10.6 in/yr
Elevation8,956 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+100.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%
CommuteN/A
Broadband16.0%
Libraries4

Is Guffey a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Guffey receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Guffey stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Guffey is a highly educated community — 100.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Guffey has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.6 inches, including 49.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Guffey has a population of 29 with a density of 3 people per square mile. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

29
Total Population
3
People / sq mi
8.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.6%
Female 41.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Guffey vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Guffey vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Guffey is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Guffey vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Avg Weekly Wage$1,038
IRS Avg AGI$83,055

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,053
County GDP$1,305M

Business (County)

Restaurants78
Healthcare68
Retail88
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,869
18% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $491,103.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$491,103

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,869
18% below US avg
In Guffey, 26.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.4% report depression. 18.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.4%
18% below US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure28.6%
Asthma13.4%
COPD6.9%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity18.2%
Depression24.4%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress13.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate71.3%
Premature Death8,621/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access83.1%
Healthcare Facilities68

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Guffey has an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 58°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average35.4°F
34% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.6 inches
72% below US avg
Snowfall49.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation8,956 ft (2,730 m)
Area8.7 sq mi (22.5 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates38.7607°N, 105.5098°W
County FIPS08119
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 100.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (197% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35.5-point margin. 16.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.5%
D 31%

Winner: Republican by 35.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+100.0%
197% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.90
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density3/sq mi
Total Area8.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access16.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities68
Restaurants78
Retail Stores88

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

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