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Olney Springs, CO
Full City Profile · Colorado · Crowley County County
Olney Springs, CO
At a Glance
How Olney Springs Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Olney Springs's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Olney Springs a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Olney Springs residents earn a median household income of $52,031 , which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,755. The unemployment rate stands at 2.8% (22% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 76 business establishments, including 343 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Olney Springs is $98,700 , 65% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $162,377. Median rent is $975/month, with 51.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 103.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1938.
Safety & Crime
Olney Springs reports 86 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 77% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 515/100K.
Education
12.7% of adults in Olney Springs hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below the national average). 90.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Olney Springs has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 11.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.