Minturn, CO

Colorado

Minturn is a small town in Colorado with a population of 987. Residents earn $113,519 per year, which is 51% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
987 Population 123/sq mi density
$113,519 Median Income $52,907 per capita
$1,083,000 Home Value
$2,167 Median Rent
38°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$113,519 median income, 4.9% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.3 / 5.0
$1,083,000 home value, $2,167/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
58.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $113,519
51% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,083,000
284% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 58.9%
75% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,167
86% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 22.8%
29% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.9%
36% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.3%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population987
Median Age37.9 yrs
Density123/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 77%

Economy

A+
Median Income$113,519
Per Capita$52,907
Unemployment4.9%
Poverty4.3%
County GDP$4,341M
Commute14 min

Housing

F
Home Value$1,083,000
Rent$2,167
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity22.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.0%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp38°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain22.4 in/yr
Elevation10,053 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+58.9%
High School+95.8%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 30% / D 67%
Commute14 min
EV Stations3
Libraries3

Is Minturn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Minturn receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Minturn offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Minturn is $113,519, which is significantly higher than the national average — 51% above $75,149. This places Minturn among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Minturn is $1,083,000, making it a premium housing market at 284% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,167 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 9.5x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Minturn is a highly educated community — 58.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 95.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Minturn has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 22.4 inches, including 189.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Minturn has a population of 987 with a density of 123 people per square mile. The median age is 37.9 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.3%).

Population

987
Total Population
123
People / sq mi
37.9yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
8.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Minturn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.2%
12% above US avg
Spanish11.8%
12% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Minturn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Minturn is $113,519, which is 51% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Minturn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$113,519
51% above US avg
Per Capita Income$52,907
Avg Weekly Wage$1,093
IRS Avg AGI$124,511

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.9%
36% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.3%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,515
County GDP$4,341M

Business (County)

Restaurants293
Healthcare117
Retail313
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,616
60% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.4 min
Work from Home6.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Minturn is $1,083,000, 284% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,167 (86% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,083,000
284% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,167
86% above 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-Occupied66.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,616
60% above US avg
Effective Rate0.52%
In Minturn, 22.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.0% report depression. 14.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity22.8%
29% below US avg
Diabetes7.1%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure22.5%
Asthma10.2%
COPD4.1%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.4%
Physical Inactivity14.5%
Depression21.0%
Mental Distress15.0%
Physical Distress10.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.3%
Checkup Rate70.0%
Premature Death4,162/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.4/10
Exercise Access100.0%
Healthcare Facilities117

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Minturn has an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average37.9°F
30% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.4 inches
41% below US avg
Snowfall189.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation10,053 ft (3,064 m)
Area8.0 sq mi (20.7 km²)
Population Density123/sq mi
Coordinates39.5357°N, 106.3818°W
County FIPS08117
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 58.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 37.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 29.9%
D 67.1%

Winner: Democrat by 37.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+58.9%
75% above US avg
High School+95.8%
School Test Score5.90
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density123/sq mi
Total Area8.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities117
Restaurants293
Retail Stores313

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.4 min
Work from Home6.3%

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