Idledale, CO

Colorado · Metropolitan Area

Idledale is a small town in Colorado with a population of 306.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
306 Population 1,093/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $67,871 per capita
$450,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
66.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $450,000
60% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 66.4%
97% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 20.7%
36% lower than US avg
Unemployment 11.7%
225% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population306
Median Age35.7 yrs
Density1,093/mi²
Male / Female61% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$67,871
Unemployment11.7%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$46,223M

Housing

Home Value$450,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity20.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease3.7%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain18.6 in/yr
Elevation6,596 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+66.4%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 58%
CommuteN/A
Libraries12

Is Idledale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Idledale receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Idledale stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

At 11.7%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Idledale is $450,000, making it a premium housing market at 60% above the U.S. median of $281,900.

Education

Idledale is a highly educated community — 66.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Idledale has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 18.6 inches, including 80.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Idledale has a population of 306 with a density of 1,093 people per square mile. The median age is 35.7 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

306
Total Population
1,093
People / sq mi
35.7yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.5%
Female 39.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Idledale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.4%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.6%
43% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Idledale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Idledale is N/A. The unemployment rate is 11.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Idledale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$67,871
Avg Weekly Wage$1,512
IRS Avg AGI$107,402

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.7%
225% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)25,019
County GDP$46,223M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,324
Healthcare1,980
Retail1,801
Manufacturing459

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,881
39% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.08%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home25.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Idledale is $450,000, 60% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$450,000
60% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied80.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,881
39% above US avg
Effective Rate1.08%
In Idledale, 20.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.1% report depression. 9.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity20.7%
36% below US avg
Diabetes5.7%
Heart Disease3.7%
High Blood Pressure22.8%
Asthma11.3%
COPD3.4%
Stroke1.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.4%
Physical Inactivity9.2%
Depression24.1%
Mental Distress14.6%
Physical Distress8.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate71.8%
Premature Death6,799/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access99.1%
Healthcare Facilities1,980

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)49

Safety Score

Idledale has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average44.7°F
17% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.6 inches
51% below US avg
Snowfall80.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,596 ft (2,010 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density1,093/sq mi
Coordinates39.6689°N, 105.2432°W
County FIPS08059
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 66.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (97% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 19.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38.9%
D 58.3%

Winner: Democrat by 19.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+66.4%
97% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.90
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,093/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities1,980
Restaurants1,324
Retail Stores1,801

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)49

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home25.2%

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