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Idaho Springs, CO
Full City Profile · Colorado · Gilpin County County
Idaho Springs, CO
At a Glance
How Idaho Springs Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Idaho Springs's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Idaho Springs a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Idaho Springs residents earn a median household income of $85,450 , which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,277. The unemployment rate stands at 2.2% (39% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 228 business establishments, including 16 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Idaho Springs is $434,900 , 54% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $480,426. Median rent is $1,175/month, with 29.5% 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 1938.
Safety & Crime
Idaho Springs reports 776 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 104% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 5,103/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
50.0% of adults in Idaho Springs hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% above the national average). 92.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Idaho Springs has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 18.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.