Colorado
Gunnison is a small city in Colorado with a population of 6,712. Residents earn $55,313 per year, which is 26% below the national average.
Based on current data, Gunnison receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, below-average incomes. Gunnison has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Gunnison is $55,313, 26% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
The median home value in Gunnison is $432,200, making it a premium housing market at 53% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,120 per month. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.8x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
The violent crime rate of 426 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,523 per 100,000, 29% above the national average.
Gunnison is a highly educated community — 54.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Gunnison has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.6 inches, including 45.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 47.
| English Only | 93.9% |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 6.1% |
| 54% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $55,313 |
| 26% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $31,252 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,014 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $89,973 |
| Unemployment | 4.0% |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 12.1% |
| 2% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,244 |
| County GDP | $1,305M |
| Restaurants | 137 |
| Healthcare | 88 |
| Retail | 155 |
| Manufacturing | 33 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,046 |
| 13% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.70% |
| Commute Time | 21.3 min |
| Work from Home | 6.9% |
| Census Median | $432,200 |
| 53% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $603,775 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,120 |
| 4% below US avg |
| Studio | $1,015 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,149 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,334 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,855 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,238 |
| Owner-Occupied | 44.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,046 |
| 13% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 0.70% |
| Obesity | 27.4% |
| 15% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 26.8% |
| Asthma | 11.4% |
| COPD | 5.9% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 18.2% |
| Depression | 24.3% |
| Mental Distress | 17.6% |
| Physical Distress | 12.6% |
| Insurance Rate | 91.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 70.2% |
| Premature Death | 6,516/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 99.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 88 |
| Total Violent | 426.3/100K |
| 12% above US avg | |
| Murder | 17.1/100K |
| 171% above US avg | |
| Rape | 119.4/100K |
| Robbery | 17.1/100K |
| Assault | 272.8/100K |
| Total Property | 2,523.4/100K |
| 29% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 119.4/100K |
| Theft | 2,301.8/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 102.3/100K |
| Arson | 34.1/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 37.7°F |
| 30% below US avg | |
| January Average | 10°F (-12°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 10.6 inches |
| 72% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 45.5 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 47.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Good Days % | 66.4% |
| Unhealthy Days | 0 |
| Elevation | 7,710 ft (2,350 m) |
| Area | 4.9 sq mi (12.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,384/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.5480°N, 106.9246°W |
| County FIPS | 08015 |
Winner: Democrat by 13.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 54.6% |
| 62% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 97.8% |
| School Test Score | 6.32 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 1,384/sq mi |
| Total Area | 4.9 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 9 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 9 |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 88 |
| Restaurants | 137 |
| Retail Stores | 155 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Avg Commute | 21.3 min |
| Work from Home | 6.9% |