Colorado
Limon is a small town in Colorado with a population of 1,572. Residents earn $46,950 per year, which is 38% below the national average.
Based on current data, Limon receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Limon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Limon is $46,950, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
The median home value in Limon is $208,000, 26% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $889 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Violent crime in Limon is below the national average at 216 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 378 per 100,000, 81% below the national average.
Educational attainment is solid, with 39.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Limon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 98.6% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.4% |
| 90% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $46,950 |
| 38% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $33,027 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $834 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $59,494 |
| Unemployment | 1.1% |
| 69% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 154 |
| County GDP | $188M |
| Restaurants | 4 |
| Healthcare | 7 |
| Retail | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,200 |
| 66% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.58% |
| Commute Time | 21.3 min |
| Work from Home | 2.8% |
| Census Median | $208,000 |
| 26% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $271,551 |
| Census Median Rent | $889 |
| 24% below US avg |
| Studio | $1,083 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,161 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,429 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,861 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,178 |
| Owner-Occupied | 66.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,200 |
| 66% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 0.58% |
| Obesity | 28.5% |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.0% |
| Asthma | 11.8% |
| COPD | 6.7% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.7% |
| Depression | 24.4% |
| Mental Distress | 19.3% |
| Physical Distress | 13.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 90.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 68.0% |
| Premature Death | 11,152/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 42.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 7 |
| Total Violent | 216.2/100K |
| 43% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 54.1/100K |
| Assault | 162.2/100K |
| Total Property | 378.4/100K |
| 81% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 0.0/100K |
| Theft | 324.3/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 54.1/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 46.8°F |
| 13% below US avg | |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 15.0 inches |
| 61% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 5,359 ft (1,633 m) |
| Area | 3.2 sq mi (8.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 497/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.2651°N, 103.6859°W |
| County FIPS | 08121 |
Winner: Republican by 75.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 39.4% |
| 17% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 94.2% |
| School Test Score | 5.90 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 497/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.2 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 6 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 8 |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 7 |
| Restaurants | 4 |
| Retail Stores | 11 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Avg Commute | 21.3 min |
| Work from Home | 2.8% |