Manzanola, CO

Colorado

Manzanola is a small town in Colorado with a population of 382. Residents earn $29,457 per year, which is 61% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
382 Population 1,364/sq mi density
$29,457 Median Income $27,101 per capita
$113,100 Home Value $170,616 Zillow
$721 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$29,457 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$113,100 home value, $721/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $29,457
61% lower than US avg
Home Value $113,100
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.5%
75% lower than US avg
Median Rent $721
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.8%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.7%
70% lower than US avg

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

People

Population382
Median Age43.1 yrs
Density1,364/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 61%

Economy

B+
Median Income$29,457
Per Capita$27,101
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty3.7%
County GDP$176M
Commute46 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$113,100
Rent$721
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$170,616

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.1%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain12.6 in/yr
Elevation4,260 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.5%
High School+89.6%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 25%
Commute46 min
Libraries2

Is Manzanola a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Manzanola receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Manzanola offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Manzanola is $29,457, 61% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 46 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Manzanola is $113,100, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $721 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

8.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Manzanola experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.6 inches, including 24.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Manzanola has a population of 382 with a density of 1,364 people per square mile. The median age is 43.1 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (60.7%), with 2.9% Hispanic, 3.4% Black.

Population

382
Total Population
1,364
People / sq mi
43.1yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.8%
Female 60.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Manzanola vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only84.3%
7% above US avg
Spanish15.7%
17% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Manzanola vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Manzanola is $29,457, which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 46 minutes.

Income: Manzanola vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$29,457
61% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,101
Avg Weekly Wage$1,069
IRS Avg AGI$43,934

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.7%
70% below US avg
Establishments (County)76
County GDP$176M

Business (County)

Healthcare5
Retail11

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time45.7 min
Work from Home12.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Manzanola is $113,100, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $721 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $170,616.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$113,100
60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$170,616

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$721
38% 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-Occupied71.3%

Property Tax

In Manzanola, 31.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.1% report depression. 21.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.8%
1% below US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure26.3%
Asthma11.0%
COPD5.1%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity21.2%
Depression22.1%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress13.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate71.9%
Checkup Rate69.3%
Premature Death16,105/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access2.1%
Healthcare Facilities5

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Manzanola has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.8°F
0% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.6 inches
67% below US avg
Snowfall24.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,260 ft (1,298 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density1,364/sq mi
Coordinates38.1088°N, 103.8668°W
County FIPS08025
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 8.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.2%
D 24.7%

Winner: Republican by 47.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.5%
75% below US avg
High School+89.6%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,364/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities5
Retail Stores11

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute45.7 min
Work from Home12.3%

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