Nederland, CO

Colorado · Metropolitan Area

Nederland is a small town in Colorado with a population of 1,523. Residents earn $103,452 per year, which is 38% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
1,523 Population 1,029/sq mi density
$103,452 Median Income $69,543 per capita
$631,100 Home Value $658,701 Zillow
$1,469 Median Rent
36°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$103,452 median income, 1.8% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.2 / 5.0
$631,100 home value, $1,469/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
61.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $103,452
38% higher than US avg
Home Value $631,100
124% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 61.0%
81% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,469
26% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 18.0%
44% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,523
Median Age46.4 yrs
Density1,029/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

A+
Median Income$103,452
Per Capita$69,543
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,018M
Commute24 min

Housing

B
Home Value$631,100
Rent$1,469
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$658,701

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity18.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp36°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain19.6 in/yr
Elevation8,204 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+61.0%
High School+97.8%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 55%
Commute24 min
EV Stations19
Libraries1

Is Nederland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nederland receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Nederland stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nederland is $103,452, which is significantly higher than the national average — 38% above $75,149. This places Nederland among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Nederland is $631,100, making it a premium housing market at 124% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,469 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 6.1x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Nederland is a highly educated community — 61.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Nederland has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 19.6 inches, including 143.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Nederland has a population of 1,523 with a density of 1,029 people per square mile. The median age is 46.4 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.2%), with 2.8% Hispanic.

Population

1,523
Total Population
1,029
People / sq mi
46.4yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Nederland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.2%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.8%
64% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Nederland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nederland is $103,452, which is 38% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Nederland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$103,452
38% above US avg
Per Capita Income$69,543
Avg Weekly Wage$1,306
IRS Avg AGI$92,518

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)228
County GDP$1,018M

Business (County)

Restaurants16
Healthcare4
Retail7
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,366
32% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.0 min
Work from Home46.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Nederland is $631,100, 124% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,469 (26% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $658,701.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$631,100
124% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$658,701
Median List Price$1,780,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$1,780,000
$/Sq Ft$391
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio96.0%
Price Drops14.3%
Inventory14

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,469
26% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,900

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-Occupied69.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,366
32% below US avg
Effective Rate0.37%
In Nederland, 18.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.9% report depression. 11.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity18.0%
44% below US avg
Diabetes6.7%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure21.9%
Asthma10.6%
COPD4.9%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity11.7%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress16.2%
Physical Distress10.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.8%
Checkup Rate68.2%
Premature Death6,625/100K

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access54.7%
Healthcare Facilities4

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Nederland has an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average36.0°F
33% below US avg
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.6 inches
48% below US avg
Snowfall143.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation8,204 ft (2,501 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²)
Population Density1,029/sq mi
Coordinates39.9638°N, 105.5059°W
County FIPS08047
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 61.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 12.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 41.9%
D 54.6%

Winner: Democrat by 12.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+61.0%
81% above US avg
High School+97.8%
School Test Score5.90
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,029/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations19
Alt Fuel Stations19
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants16
Retail Stores7

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.0 min
Work from Home46.1%

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