Hayden, CO
Full City Profile · Colorado · Routt County County
Hayden, CO
At a Glance
How Hayden Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Hayden's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Hayden a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Hayden residents earn a median household income of $97,917 , which is 30% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,791. The unemployment rate stands at 2.4% (33% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,126 business establishments, including 171 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Hayden is $394,400 , 40% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $522,073. Median rent is $1,680/month, with 29.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 103.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1986.
Safety & Crime
Hayden reports 157 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 59% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 992/100K.
Education
25.8% of adults in Hayden hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below the national average). 94.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 7.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Hayden has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 18.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 12.