Limon, CO

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.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
1,572 Population 497/sq mi density
$46,950 Median Income $33,027 per capita
$208,000 Home Value $271,551 Zillow
$889 Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
216 Violent Crime/100K 378 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$46,950 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$208,000 home value, $889/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
216 violent crimes/100K (43% below avg)
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
39.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,950
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $208,000
26% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 216/100K
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 39.4%
17% higher than US avg
Median Rent $889
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.5%
11% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,572
Median Age46.9 yrs
Density497/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,950
Per Capita$33,027
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$188M
Commute21 min

Housing

A
Home Value$208,000
Rent$889
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$271,551

Crime

F
Violent216/100K
Property378/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault162/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity28.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain15.0 in/yr
Elevation5,359 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+39.4%
High School+94.2%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 87% / D 12%
Commute21 min
EV Stations6
Libraries1

Is Limon a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Safety & Crime

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Limon has a population of 1,572 with a density of 497 people per square mile. The median age is 46.9 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.1%).

Population

1,572
Total Population
497
People / sq mi
46.9yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
3.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Limon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Limon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Limon is $46,950, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Limon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,950
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,027
Avg Weekly Wage$834
IRS Avg AGI$59,494

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)154
County GDP$188M

Business (County)

Restaurants4
Healthcare7
Retail11
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,200
66% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.58%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.3 min
Work from Home2.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Limon is $208,000, 26% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $889 (24% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $271,551.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$208,000
26% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$271,551

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$889
24% below 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-Occupied66.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,200
66% below US avg
Effective Rate0.58%
In Limon, 28.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.4% report depression. 21.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.5%
11% below US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure27.0%
Asthma11.8%
COPD6.7%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity21.7%
Depression24.4%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress13.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.8%
Checkup Rate68.0%
Premature Death11,152/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access42.1%
Healthcare Facilities7
Limon has a violent crime rate of 216 per 100,000 residents, 43% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 378 per 100,000 (81% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent216.2/100K
43% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery54.1/100K
Assault162.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property378.4/100K
81% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft324.3/100K
Vehicle Theft54.1/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Limon has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average46.8°F
13% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.0 inches
61% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,359 ft (1,633 m)
Area3.2 sq mi (8.2 km²)
Population Density497/sq mi
Coordinates39.2651°N, 103.6859°W
County FIPS08121
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 39.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 75.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86.8%
D 11.7%

Winner: Republican by 75.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+39.4%
17% above US avg
High School+94.2%
School Test Score5.90
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density497/sq mi
Total Area3.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations6
Alt Fuel Stations8
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities7
Restaurants4
Retail Stores11

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.3 min
Work from Home2.8%

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