Home Value
$265,900
6% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.8%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
13.0%
5% higher than US avg
How Monument Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population437
Median Age26.4 yrs
Density83/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 12%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$25,113
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty13.0%
County GDP$12,858M
Housing
Home Value$265,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity35.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease5.8%
Climate
Avg Temp63°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain14.8 in/yr
Elevation3,599 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+39.2%
School Score4.65
Community
2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
CommuteN/A
Broadband61.0%
Libraries6
Is Monument a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Monument receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment. Monument has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 13.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Monument is $265,900, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900.
Education
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 39.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Monument enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 14.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.
Monument has a population of 437 with a density of 83 people per square mile. The median age is 26.4 years, 32% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (12.1%).
Population
26.4yrs
Median Age
32% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 72.1% |
| 8% below US avg |
| Spanish | 27.9% |
| 108% above US avg |
The median household income in Monument is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.0% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $25,113 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,333 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $67,076 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 13.0% |
| 5% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,195 |
| County GDP | $12,858M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 165 |
| Healthcare | 115 |
| Retail | 229 |
| Manufacturing | 30 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,426 |
| 31% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.91% |
The median home value in Monument is $265,900, 6% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $265,900 |
| 6% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $828 |
| 1 Bedroom | $927 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,129 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,496 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,758 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,426 |
| 31% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 0.91% |
In Monument, 35.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.8% report depression. 27.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Monument vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.8% |
| 12% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.7% |
| Asthma | 10.1% |
| COPD | 6.6% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.8% |
| Depression | 22.8% |
| Mental Distress | 18.2% |
| Physical Distress | 15.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 89.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 64.5% |
| Premature Death | 12,673/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 87.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 115 |
Crime Rates: Monument vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 17 |
Safety Score
Monument has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.
Temperature
44°F Jan (7°C)
80°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 63.0°F |
| 17% above US avg |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 14.8 inches |
| 61% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 1.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 37.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,599 ft (1,097 m) |
| Area | 5.3 sq mi (13.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 83/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.6242°N, 103.2776°W |
| County FIPS | 35025 |