Holly, CO

Colorado

Holly is a small town in Colorado with a population of 556.

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
556 Population 762/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $31,903 per capita
$107,400 Home Value
$273 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $107,400
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $273
77% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.2%
9% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.8%
21% lower than US avg

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

People

Population556
Median Age64.8 yrs
Density762/mi²
Male / Female53% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$31,903
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty9.8%
County GDP$119M
Commute8 min

Housing

Home Value$107,400
Rent$273
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity29.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.7%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain17.3 in/yr
Elevation3,397 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+68.5%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 12%
Commute8 min
Libraries1

Is Holly a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Holly receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Holly faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. 9.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 8 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Holly is $107,400, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $273 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 68.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Holly experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.3 inches, including 21.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Holly has a population of 556 with a density of 762 people per square mile. The median age is 64.8 years, 67% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (52.2%).

Population

556
Total Population
762
People / sq mi
64.8yrs
Median Age
67% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.5%
Female 47.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Holly vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only61.5%
22% below US avg
Spanish38.5%
187% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Holly vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Holly is N/A. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 8 minutes.

Income: Holly vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$31,903
Avg Weekly Wage$853
IRS Avg AGI$70,062

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.8%
21% below US avg
Establishments (County)53
County GDP$119M

Business (County)

Healthcare5
Retail8

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time7.6 min
Work from Home1.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Holly is $107,400, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $273 (77% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$107,400
62% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$273
77% 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-Occupied56.3%

Property Tax

In Holly, 29.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.7% report depression. 25.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.2%
9% below US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure27.7%
Asthma11.2%
COPD6.4%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity25.3%
Depression22.7%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress14.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.0%
Checkup Rate67.6%
Premature Death10,214/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.1/10
Healthcare Facilities5

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Holly has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average53.3°F
1% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.3 inches
55% below US avg
Snowfall21.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,397 ft (1,035 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density762/sq mi
Coordinates38.0556°N, 102.1246°W
County FIPS08061
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 74.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86.2%
D 11.8%

Winner: Republican by 74.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+68.5%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density762/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities5
Retail Stores8

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute7.6 min
Work from Home1.4%

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