Haxtun, CO

Colorado

Haxtun is a small town in Colorado with a population of 957. Residents earn $53,819 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
957 Population 1,595/sq mi density
$53,819 Median Income $36,182 per capita
$221,300 Home Value $217,022 Zillow
$570 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$53,819 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$221,300 home value, $570/mo rent
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,819
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $221,300
21% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.5%
24% lower than US avg
Median Rent $570
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.0%
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.6%
66% higher than US avg

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

People

Population957
Median Age44.8 yrs
Density1,595/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

B
Median Income$53,819
Per Capita$36,182
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty20.6%
County GDP$254M
Commute16 min

Housing

A
Home Value$221,300
Rent$570
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$217,022

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity28.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.2%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain17.2 in/yr
Elevation4,033 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.5%
High School+96.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 18%
Commute16 min
Libraries2

Is Haxtun a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Haxtun receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Haxtun offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Haxtun is $53,819, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. The poverty rate of 20.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Haxtun is $221,300, 21% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $570 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

25.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Haxtun experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.2 inches, including 37.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Haxtun has a population of 957 with a density of 1,595 people per square mile. The median age is 44.8 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.1%), with 1.8% Hispanic.

Population

957
Total Population
1,595
People / sq mi
44.8yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.8%
Female 56.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Haxtun vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.5%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.5%
37% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Haxtun vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Haxtun is $53,819, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Haxtun vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,819
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,182
Avg Weekly Wage$961
IRS Avg AGI$68,315

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.6%
66% above US avg
Establishments (County)186
County GDP$254M

Business (County)

Restaurants11
Healthcare11
Retail17
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,800
49% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.3 min
Work from Home9.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Haxtun is $221,300, 21% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $570 (51% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $217,022.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$221,300
21% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$217,022

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$570
51% below US avg

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-Occupied80.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,800
49% below US avg
Effective Rate0.81%
In Haxtun, 28.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 26.2% report depression. 19.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.0%
13% below US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure27.6%
Asthma12.0%
COPD6.5%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity19.1%
Depression26.2%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress13.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.4%
Checkup Rate69.2%
Premature Death9,191/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access82.3%
Healthcare Facilities11

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Haxtun has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below US avg
January Average29°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.2 inches
55% below US avg
Snowfall37.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,033 ft (1,229 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density1,595/sq mi
Coordinates40.6419°N, 102.6297°W
County FIPS08095
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 25.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (24% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 62.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.2%
D 17.5%

Winner: Republican by 62.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.5%
24% below US avg
High School+96.0%
School Test Score5.90
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,595/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities11
Restaurants11
Retail Stores17

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.3 min
Work from Home9.8%

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