Idalia, CO

Colorado

Idalia is a small town in Colorado with a population of 94. Residents earn $144,453 per year, which is 92% above the national average.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
94 Population 1,044/sq mi density
$144,453 Median Income $66,655 per capita
N/A Home Value $298,115 Zillow
$898 Median Rent 9.0% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$144,453 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$898/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
80.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $144,453
92% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 80.6%
139% higher than US avg
Median Rent $898
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 23.9%
26% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population94
Median Age44.5 yrs
Density1,044/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans67.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$144,453
Per Capita$66,655
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$651M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$898
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$298,115
Rent Burden9.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity23.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.6%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain19.1 in/yr
Elevation3,967 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+80.6%
High School+97.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 15%
Commute26 min
Broadband43.0%
Libraries3

Is Idalia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Idalia receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Idalia stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Idalia is $144,453, which is significantly higher than the national average — 92% above $75,149. This places Idalia among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $898 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

Idalia is a highly educated community — 80.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Idalia experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 19.1 inches, including 28.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Idalia has a population of 94 with a density of 1,044 people per square mile. The median age is 44.5 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.9%).

Population

94
Total Population
1,044
People / sq mi
44.5yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.6%
Female 57.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Idalia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.2%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.8%
49% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Idalia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Idalia is $144,453, which is 92% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Idalia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$144,453
92% above US avg
Per Capita Income$66,655
Avg Weekly Wage$914
IRS Avg AGI$62,753

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)333
County GDP$651M

Business (County)

Restaurants26
Healthcare26
Retail36
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,800
49% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.4 min
Work from Home26.9%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $898 (23% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $298,115.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$298,115

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$898
23% below US avg
Rent Burden9.0%

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-Occupied4.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,800
49% below US avg
In Idalia, 23.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 18.6% report depression. 17.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.9%
26% below US avg
Diabetes7.1%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure22.6%
Asthma9.2%
COPD4.9%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity17.3%
Depression18.6%
Mental Distress14.1%
Physical Distress11.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate61.5%
Premature Death10,204/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access70.5%
Healthcare Facilities26

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Idalia has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.5°F
6% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.1 inches
50% below US avg
Snowfall28.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,967 ft (1,209 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density1,044/sq mi
Coordinates39.7030°N, 102.2940°W
County FIPS08063
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 80.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (139% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68.3-point margin. 43.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.4%
D 15%

Winner: Republican by 68.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+80.6%
139% above US avg
High School+97.0%
School Test Score5.90
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,044/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access43.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities26
Restaurants26
Retail Stores36

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.4 min
Work from Home26.9%

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