Larkspur, CO

Colorado · Metropolitan Area

Larkspur is a small town in Colorado with a population of 171. Residents earn $88,125 per year, which is 17% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
171 Population 108/sq mi density
$88,125 Median Income $41,794 per capita
$155,600 Home Value $937,064 Zillow
$1,281 Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$88,125 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$155,600 home value, $1,281/mo rent
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
42.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $88,125
17% higher than US avg
Home Value $155,600
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 42.4%
26% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,281
10% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.5%
24% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.5%
40% lower than US avg

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

People

Population171
Median Age58.3 yrs
Density108/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

A+
Median Income$88,125
Per Capita$41,794
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.5%
County GDP$31,178M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$155,600
Rent$1,281
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$937,064

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity24.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease3.7%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain22.5 in/yr
Elevation6,695 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+42.4%
High School+96.4%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 45%
Commute25 min
Broadband75.0%
Libraries7

Is Larkspur a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Larkspur receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Larkspur stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Larkspur is $88,125, 17% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Larkspur is $155,600, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,281 per month. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 42.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Larkspur experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 22.5 inches, including 121.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Larkspur has a population of 171 with a density of 108 people per square mile. The median age is 58.3 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.6%).

Population

171
Total Population
108
People / sq mi
58.3yrs
Median Age
50% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Larkspur vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.8%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.2%
46% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Larkspur vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Larkspur is $88,125, which is 17% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Larkspur vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$88,125
17% above US avg
Per Capita Income$41,794
Avg Weekly Wage$1,634
IRS Avg AGI$146,479

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.5%
40% below US avg
Establishments (County)16,132
County GDP$31,178M

Business (County)

Restaurants647
Healthcare1,115
Retail955
Manufacturing156

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,238
50% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.5 min
Work from Home28.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Larkspur is $155,600, 45% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,281 (10% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $937,064.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$155,600
45% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$937,064

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$244
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio95.6%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,281
10% above 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-Occupied90.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,238
50% above US avg
Effective Rate3.37%
In Larkspur, 24.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% report depression. 12.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.5%
24% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
Heart Disease3.7%
High Blood Pressure22.8%
Asthma10.9%
COPD3.5%
Stroke1.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.5%
Physical Inactivity12.2%
Depression22.6%
Mental Distress15.0%
Physical Distress8.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.0%
Checkup Rate73.1%
Premature Death4,121/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.6/10
Exercise Access91.3%
Healthcare Facilities1,115

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Safety Score

Larkspur has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.5°F
14% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.5 inches
41% below US avg
Snowfall121.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,695 ft (2,041 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density108/sq mi
Coordinates39.2296°N, 104.8857°W
County FIPS08035
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 42.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 7-point margin. 75.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.3%
D 45.3%

Winner: Republican by 7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+42.4%
26% above US avg
High School+96.4%
School Test Score5.90
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density108/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access75.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities1,115
Restaurants647
Retail Stores955

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.5 min
Work from Home28.7%

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