Lazear, CO

Colorado

Lazear is a small town in Colorado with a population of 164.

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
164 Population 103/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $30,053 per capita
N/A Home Value
$826 Median Rent 36.1% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 10.5%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $826
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.5%
21% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 66.7%
438% higher than US avg

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

People

Population164
Median Age23.9 yrs
Density103/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans96.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$30,053
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty66.7%
County GDP$1,203M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
Rent$826
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden36.1%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity25.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain14.3 in/yr
Elevation5,439 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.5%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 31%
CommuteN/A
Broadband50.0%
Libraries5

Is Lazear a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lazear receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Lazear faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 66.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $826 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

10.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below 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

Lazear experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 14.3 inches, including 41.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Lazear has a population of 164 with a density of 103 people per square mile. The median age is 23.9 years, 39% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.9%).

Population

164
Total Population
103
People / sq mi
23.9yrs
Median Age
39% below US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.3%
Female 45.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Lazear vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.6%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.4%
22% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lazear vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lazear is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 66.7% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Lazear vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$30,053
Avg Weekly Wage$920
IRS Avg AGI$59,477

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate66.7%
438% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,041
County GDP$1,203M

Business (County)

Restaurants77
Healthcare80
Retail108
Manufacturing50

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,254
36% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home9.8%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $826 (29% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$826
29% below US avg
Rent Burden36.1%

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-Occupied50.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,254
36% below US avg
In Lazear, 25.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.8% report depression. 19.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.5%
21% below US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure26.3%
Asthma10.2%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity19.1%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress12.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate62.7%
Premature Death9,512/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access60.3%
Healthcare Facilities80

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Lazear has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.6°F
6% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.3 inches
62% below US avg
Snowfall41.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,439 ft (1,658 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density103/sq mi
Coordinates38.7788°N, 107.7804°W
County FIPS08029
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 10.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35.5-point margin. 50.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.5%
D 31%

Winner: Republican by 35.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.5%
69% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density103/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access50.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities80
Restaurants77
Retail Stores108

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home9.8%

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