Marvel, CO

Colorado

Marvel is a small town in Colorado with a population of 91. Residents earn $55,893 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
91 Population 700/sq mi density
$55,893 Median Income $20,473 per capita
$229,200 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$55,893 median income, 5.2% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$229,200 home value
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,893
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $229,200
19% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.1%
73% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 21.7%
32% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.2%
44% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population91
Median Age52.0 yrs
Density700/mi²
Male / Female70% / 30%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans80.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$55,893
Per Capita$20,473
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,454M

Housing

A
Home Value$229,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity21.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.8%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation6,726 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.1%
High School+93.5%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 38%
CommuteN/A
Broadband26.0%
Libraries3

Is Marvel a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Marvel receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Marvel offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Marvel is $55,893, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Marvel is $229,200, 19% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

9.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Marvel has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Marvel has a population of 91 with a density of 700 people per square mile. The median age is 52.0 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.8%).

Population

91
Total Population
700
People / sq mi
52.0yrs
Median Age
34% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 70.3%
Female 29.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Marvel vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Marvel vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Marvel is $55,893, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Marvel vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,893
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,473
Avg Weekly Wage$888
IRS Avg AGI$64,517

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
44% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,029
County GDP$1,454M

Business (County)

Restaurants90
Healthcare86
Retail103
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,392
32% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.04%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Marvel is $229,200, 19% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$229,200
19% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied88.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,392
32% below US avg
Effective Rate1.04%
In Marvel, 21.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.8% report depression. 17.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity21.7%
32% below US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure25.1%
Asthma9.8%
COPD4.6%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.8%
Physical Inactivity17.3%
Depression19.8%
Mental Distress15.8%
Physical Distress11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate68.7%
Premature Death12,917/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access67.2%
Healthcare Facilities86

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Marvel has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average44.3°F
18% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,726 ft (2,050 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density700/sq mi
Coordinates37.1112°N, 108.1263°W
County FIPS08083
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 9.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21-point margin. 26.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.3%
D 38.3%

Winner: Republican by 21 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.1%
73% below US avg
High School+93.5%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density700/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access26.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities86
Restaurants90
Retail Stores103

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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