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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 92.8% |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 7.2% |
| 46% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $88,125 |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $41,794 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,634 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $146,479 |
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 7.5% |
| 40% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 16,132 |
| County GDP | $31,178M |
| Restaurants | 647 |
| Healthcare | 1,115 |
| Retail | 955 |
| Manufacturing | 156 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,238 |
| 50% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.37% |
| Commute Time | 24.5 min |
| Work from Home | 28.7% |
| Census Median | $155,600 |
| 45% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $937,064 |
| $/Sq Ft | $244 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 95.6% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Census Median Rent | $1,281 |
| 10% above US avg |
| Studio | $1,083 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,161 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,429 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,861 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,178 |
| Owner-Occupied | 90.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,238 |
| 50% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.37% |
| Obesity | 24.5% |
| 24% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 5.5% |
| Heart Disease | 3.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 22.8% |
| Asthma | 10.9% |
| COPD | 3.5% |
| Stroke | 1.9% |
| Binge Drinking | 20.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 12.2% |
| Depression | 22.6% |
| Mental Distress | 15.0% |
| Physical Distress | 8.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 94.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 73.1% |
| Premature Death | 4,121/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 91.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,115 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 24 |
| Annual Average | 46.5°F |
| 14% below US avg | |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 22.5 inches |
| 41% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 121.1 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 6,695 ft (2,041 m) |
| Area | 1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 108/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.2296°N, 104.8857°W |
| County FIPS | 08035 |
Winner: Republican by 7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 42.4% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 96.4% |
| School Test Score | 5.90 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 108/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.6 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 75.0% |
| Public Libraries | 7 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,115 |
| Restaurants | 647 |
| Retail Stores | 955 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 24 |
| Avg Commute | 24.5 min |
| Work from Home | 28.7% |