Ophir, CO

Colorado

Ophir is a small town in Colorado with a population of 144. Residents earn $125,938 per year, which is 68% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
144 Population 600/sq mi density
$125,938 Median Income $55,874 per capita
$875,000 Home Value $933,484 Zillow
$1,188 Median Rent 18.8% income on rent
38°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$125,938 median income, 3.4% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$875,000 home value, $1,188/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
84.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $125,938
68% higher than US avg
Home Value $875,000
210% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 84.6%
151% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,188
2% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 23.3%
27% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population144
Median Age36.2 yrs
Density600/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

A+
Median Income$125,938
Per Capita$55,874
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$59M
Commute21 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$875,000
Rent$1,188
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$933,484
Rent Burden18.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity23.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease4.1%

Climate

Avg Temp38°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain20.4 in/yr
Elevation9,723 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+84.6%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 32% / D 64%
Commute21 min
Broadband59.0%
Libraries1

Is Ophir a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ophir receives an overall livability score of 4.2 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. Ophir stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ophir is $125,938, which is significantly higher than the national average — 68% above $75,149. This places Ophir among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ophir is $875,000, making it a premium housing market at 210% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,188 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 6.9x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Ophir is a highly educated community — 84.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Ophir 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 20.4 inches, including 130.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Ophir has a population of 144 with a density of 600 people per square mile. The median age is 36.2 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

144
Total Population
600
People / sq mi
36.2yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.2%
Female 52.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Ophir vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only73.8%
6% below US avg
Spanish26.2%
96% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Ophir vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ophir is $125,938, which is 68% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Ophir vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$125,938
68% above US avg
Per Capita Income$55,874
Avg Weekly Wage$716
IRS Avg AGI$70,624

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)94
County GDP$59M

Business (County)

Restaurants21
Healthcare3
Retail19
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.9 min
Work from Home13.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Ophir is $875,000, 210% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,188 (2% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $933,484.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$875,000
210% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$933,484

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,188
2% above US avg
Rent Burden18.8%

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-Occupied69.5%

Property Tax

In Ophir, 23.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% report depression. 11.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.3%
27% below US avg
Diabetes6.2%
Heart Disease4.1%
High Blood Pressure23.0%
Asthma10.5%
COPD3.5%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.8%
Physical Inactivity11.4%
Depression22.6%
Mental Distress14.5%
Physical Distress8.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate71.3%

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.2/10
Exercise Access98.9%
Healthcare Facilities3

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Ophir 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 20.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average38.1°F
29% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.4 inches
46% below US avg
Snowfall130.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation9,723 ft (2,964 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density600/sq mi
Coordinates37.8568°N, 107.8312°W
County FIPS08111
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 84.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (151% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 32-point margin. 59.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 32%
D 64%

Winner: Democrat by 32 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+84.6%
151% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.90
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density600/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access59.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities3
Restaurants21
Retail Stores19

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.9 min
Work from Home13.3%

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