Hillrose, CO

Colorado

Hillrose is a small town in Colorado with a population of 266. Residents earn $72,083 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
266 Population 1,400/sq mi density
$72,083 Median Income $34,953 per capita
$204,800 Home Value $249,141 Zillow
$1,363 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$72,083 median income, 7.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$204,800 home value, $1,363/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,083
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $204,800
27% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.7%
36% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,363
17% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.0%
10% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.3%
103% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population266
Median Age34.0 yrs
Density1,400/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B+
Median Income$72,083
Per Capita$34,953
Unemployment7.3%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,043M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$204,800
Rent$1,363
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$249,141

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity29.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.4%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain15.9 in/yr
Elevation4,169 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.7%
High School+95.2%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 24%
Commute35 min
Libraries2

Is Hillrose a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hillrose receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times. Hillrose offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hillrose is $72,083, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hillrose is $204,800, 27% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,363 per month. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Hillrose experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.9 inches, including 32.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Hillrose has a population of 266 with a density of 1,400 people per square mile. The median age is 34.0 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94%).

Population

266
Total Population
1,400
People / sq mi
34.0yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.4%
Female 52.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Hillrose vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.6%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.4%
82% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hillrose vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hillrose is $72,083, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Hillrose vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,083
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,953
Avg Weekly Wage$1,094
IRS Avg AGI$61,894

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.3%
103% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)880
County GDP$2,043M

Business (County)

Restaurants61
Healthcare61
Retail92
Manufacturing25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,514
28% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.4 min
Work from Home6.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Hillrose is $204,800, 27% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,363 (17% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $249,141.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$204,800
27% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$249,141

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,363
17% above 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-Occupied77.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,514
28% below US avg
Effective Rate1.23%
In Hillrose, 29.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.4% report depression. 17.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.0%
10% below US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure26.5%
Asthma11.1%
COPD5.1%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity17.0%
Depression23.4%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.2%
Checkup Rate69.0%
Premature Death9,510/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access76.0%
Healthcare Facilities61

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Hillrose has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.3°F
11% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.9 inches
58% below US avg
Snowfall32.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,169 ft (1,271 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density1,400/sq mi
Coordinates40.3245°N, 103.5222°W
County FIPS08087
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 21.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 48.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73%
D 24.5%

Winner: Republican by 48.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.7%
36% below US avg
High School+95.2%
School Test Score5.90
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,400/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities61
Restaurants61
Retail Stores92

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.4 min
Work from Home6.5%

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