Kim, CO

Colorado

Kim is a small town in Colorado with a population of 63. Residents earn $28,750 per year, which is 62% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
63 Population 166/sq mi density
$28,750 Median Income $30,441 per capita
$180,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$28,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$180,000 home value
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $28,750
62% lower than US avg
Home Value $180,000
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.2%
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.4%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.0%
102% higher than US avg

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

People

Population63
Median Age53.2 yrs
Density166/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans62.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$28,750
Per Capita$30,441
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty25.0%
County GDP$739M
Commute30 min

Housing

B
Home Value$180,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity26.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.6%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain16.1 in/yr
Elevation5,702 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.2%
High School+72.2%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 35%
Commute30 min
Broadband43.0%
Libraries4

Is Kim a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kim receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Kim has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kim is $28,750, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 25.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kim is $180,000, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. The price-to-income ratio of 6.3x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

22.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 72.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Kim experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.1 inches, including 26.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Kim has a population of 63 with a density of 166 people per square mile. The median age is 53.2 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.5%), with 1.6% Hispanic.

Population

63
Total Population
166
People / sq mi
53.2yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.6%
Female 44.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Kim vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only78.4%
0% below US avg
Spanish21.6%
61% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Kim vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kim is $28,750, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 25.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Kim vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,750
62% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,441
Avg Weekly Wage$892
IRS Avg AGI$47,834

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate25.0%
102% above US avg
Establishments (County)512
County GDP$739M

Business (County)

Restaurants48
Healthcare51
Retail61
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,533
56% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.2 min
Work from Home14.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Kim is $180,000, 36% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$180,000
36% below 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-Occupied51.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,533
56% below US avg
Effective Rate0.85%
In Kim, 26.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 20.6% report depression. 18.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.4%
18% below US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure23.7%
Asthma9.6%
COPD5.0%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity18.6%
Depression20.6%
Mental Distress15.6%
Physical Distress11.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate72.5%
Checkup Rate60.3%
Premature Death13,766/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access76.8%
Healthcare Facilities51

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Kim has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.2°F
0% below US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.1 inches
58% below US avg
Snowfall26.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,702 ft (1,738 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density166/sq mi
Coordinates37.2471°N, 103.3534°W
County FIPS08089
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 22.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 26.4-point margin. 43.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.9%
D 35.5%

Winner: Republican by 26.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.2%
34% below US avg
High School+72.2%
School Test Score5.90
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density166/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access43.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities51
Restaurants48
Retail Stores61

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.2 min
Work from Home14.3%

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