Naturita, CO

Colorado

Naturita is a small town in Colorado with a population of 520. Residents earn $28,021 per year, which is 63% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
520 Population 839/sq mi density
$28,021 Median Income $24,117 per capita
$169,000 Home Value $198,976 Zillow
$836 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$28,021 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$169,000 home value, $836/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $28,021
63% lower than US avg
Home Value $169,000
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.1%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $836
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.1%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.8%
108% higher than US avg

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

People

Population520
Median Age53.5 yrs
Density839/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

C+
Median Income$28,021
Per Capita$24,117
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty25.8%
County GDP$1,081M
Commute17 min

Housing

B
Home Value$169,000
Rent$836
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$198,976

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.1%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain11.9 in/yr
Elevation5,398 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.1%
High School+87.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 24% / D 73%
Commute17 min
Libraries2

Is Naturita a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Naturita receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Naturita has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Naturita is $28,021, 63% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 25.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Naturita is $169,000, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $836 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

6.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Naturita experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.9 inches, including 11.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Naturita has a population of 520 with a density of 839 people per square mile. The median age is 53.5 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.2%).

Population

520
Total Population
839
People / sq mi
53.5yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 47.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Naturita vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.6%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.4%
60% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Naturita vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Naturita is $28,021, which is 63% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 25.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Naturita vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,021
63% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,117
Avg Weekly Wage$1,129
IRS Avg AGI$191,856

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate25.8%
108% above US avg
Establishments (County)805
County GDP$1,081M

Business (County)

Restaurants81
Healthcare34
Retail93
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,415
169% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.57%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.0 min
Work from Home3.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Naturita is $169,000, 40% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $836 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $198,976.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$169,000
40% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$198,976

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$836
28% 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-Occupied79.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,415
169% above US avg
Effective Rate5.57%
In Naturita, 30.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 27.1% report depression. 22.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.1%
6% below US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma12.6%
COPD8.2%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity22.8%
Depression27.1%
Mental Distress20.9%
Physical Distress15.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.0%
Checkup Rate67.6%
Premature Death5,935/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access78.7%
Healthcare Facilities34

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Naturita has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average54.4°F
1% above US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.9 inches
69% below US avg
Snowfall11.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,398 ft (1,645 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density839/sq mi
Coordinates38.2183°N, 108.5666°W
County FIPS08113
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 6.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 49.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 24%
D 73.5%

Winner: Democrat by 49.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.1%
82% below US avg
High School+87.0%
School Test Score5.90
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density839/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities34
Restaurants81
Retail Stores93

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.0 min
Work from Home3.0%

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