Manassa, CO

Colorado

Manassa is a small town in Colorado with a population of 926. Residents earn $56,484 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
926 Population 996/sq mi density
$56,484 Median Income $29,151 per capita
$144,100 Home Value
$693 Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$56,484 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$144,100 home value, $693/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,484
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $144,100
49% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.1%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent $693
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.4%
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.3%
25% lower than US avg

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

People

Population926
Median Age36.4 yrs
Density996/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 68%

Economy

B+
Median Income$56,484
Per Capita$29,151
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty9.3%
County GDP$912M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$144,100
Rent$693
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain7.8 in/yr
Elevation7,690 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.1%
High School+90.6%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 43%
Commute25 min
Libraries1

Is Manassa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Manassa receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Manassa offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Manassa is $56,484, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. 9.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Manassa is $144,100, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $693 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Manassa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 7.8 inches, including 29.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Manassa has a population of 926 with a density of 996 people per square mile. The median age is 36.4 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (67.5%), with 6.9% Hispanic.

Population

926
Total Population
996
People / sq mi
36.4yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Manassa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only68.9%
12% below US avg
Spanish31.1%
132% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Manassa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Manassa is $56,484, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Manassa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,484
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,151
Avg Weekly Wage$947
IRS Avg AGI$57,919

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.3%
25% below US avg
Establishments (County)623
County GDP$912M

Business (County)

Restaurants53
Healthcare79
Retail82
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,352
33% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.2 min
Work from Home2.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Manassa is $144,100, 49% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $693 (40% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$144,100
49% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$693
40% 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-Occupied79.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,352
33% below US avg
Effective Rate1.63%
In Manassa, 30.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.2% report depression. 25.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.4%
5% below US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure27.7%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.1%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity25.3%
Depression22.2%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress14.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.4%
Checkup Rate68.6%
Premature Death12,905/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access82.1%
Healthcare Facilities79

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Manassa has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 7.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average43.8°F
19% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall7.8 inches
80% below US avg
Snowfall29.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation7,690 ft (2,344 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density996/sq mi
Coordinates37.1738°N, 105.9373°W
County FIPS08003
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 22.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 10.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54%
D 43.1%

Winner: Republican by 10.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.1%
34% below US avg
High School+90.6%
School Test Score5.90
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density996/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities79
Restaurants53
Retail Stores82

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.2 min
Work from Home2.0%

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