Maybell, CO

Colorado

Maybell is a small town in Colorado with a population of 38.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
38 Population 72/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $23,329 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.8 / 5.0
48.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 48.1%
43% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.3%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 34.2%
176% higher than US avg

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

People

Population38
Median Age41.3 yrs
Density72/mi²
Male / Female84% / 16%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans27.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$23,329
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty34.2%
County GDP$1,246M
Commute105 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity28.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease7.5%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain12.6 in/yr
Elevation5,916 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+48.1%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 17%
Commute105 min
Broadband21.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries3

Is Maybell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Maybell receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Maybell stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 34.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 105 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 48.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Maybell has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.6 inches, including 55.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Maybell has a population of 38 with a density of 72 people per square mile. The median age is 41.3 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.2%).

Population

38
Total Population
72
People / sq mi
41.3yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 84.2%
Female 15.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Maybell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Maybell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Maybell is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 34.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 105 minutes.

Income: Maybell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$23,329
Avg Weekly Wage$1,108
IRS Avg AGI$61,650

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate34.2%
176% above US avg
Establishments (County)464
County GDP$1,246M

Business (County)

Restaurants38
Healthcare33
Retail61
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,771
49% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time105.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied38.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,771
49% below US avg
In Maybell, 28.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 26.1% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.3%
12% below US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease7.5%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma12.1%
COPD10.2%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.0%
Physical Inactivity24.8%
Depression26.1%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress16.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate62.5%
Premature Death10,530/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access80.1%
Healthcare Facilities33

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Maybell has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average41.6°F
23% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.6 inches
67% below US avg
Snowfall55.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,916 ft (1,803 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density72/sq mi
Coordinates40.5188°N, 108.0885°W
County FIPS08081
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 48.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 62.8-point margin. 21.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.3%
D 17.5%

Winner: Republican by 62.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+48.1%
43% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.90
A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density72/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access21.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities33
Restaurants38
Retail Stores61

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute105.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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