Orchard, CO

Colorado · Metropolitan Area

Orchard is a small town in Colorado with a population of 87. Residents earn $38,393 per year, which is 49% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
87 Population 544/sq mi density
$38,393 Median Income $27,956 per capita
$237,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$38,393 median income, 1.3% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.2 / 5.0
$237,500 home value
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $38,393
49% lower than US avg
Home Value $237,500
16% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.1%
88% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.1%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.5%
1% higher than US avg

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

People

Population87
Median Age56.4 yrs
Density544/mi²
Male / Female43% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans78.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$38,393
Per Capita$27,956
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty12.5%
County GDP$29,473M
Commute66 min

Housing

B
Home Value$237,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.8%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain14.3 in/yr
Elevation4,408 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.1%
High School+91.9%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 38%
Commute66 min
Broadband50.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries19

Is Orchard a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Orchard receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Orchard has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Orchard is $38,393, 49% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. 12.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 66 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Orchard is $237,500, 16% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. The price-to-income ratio of 6.2x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

4.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Orchard experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 14.3 inches, including 22.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Orchard has a population of 87 with a density of 544 people per square mile. The median age is 56.4 years, 45% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.4%).

Population

87
Total Population
544
People / sq mi
56.4yrs
Median Age
45% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.5%
Female 57.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Orchard vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Orchard vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Orchard is $38,393, which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 66 minutes.

Income: Orchard vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$38,393
49% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,956
Avg Weekly Wage$1,277
IRS Avg AGI$83,945

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.5%
1% above US avg
Establishments (County)9,567
County GDP$29,473M

Business (County)

Restaurants544
Healthcare646
Retail698
Manufacturing350

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,919
12% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.65%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time66.1 min
Drive Alone77.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Orchard is $237,500, 16% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$237,500
16% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden51.0%

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-Occupied76.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,919
12% above US avg
Effective Rate1.65%
In Orchard, 30.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 26.8% report depression. 19.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.1%
6% below US avg
Diabetes7.9%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure25.8%
Asthma12.7%
COPD6.6%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity19.7%
Depression26.8%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress13.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.7%
Checkup Rate66.5%
Premature Death6,882/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access78.4%
Healthcare Facilities646

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)44

Safety Score

Orchard has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average49.8°F
8% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.3 inches
62% below US avg
Snowfall22.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,408 ft (1,344 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density544/sq mi
Coordinates40.3320°N, 104.1178°W
County FIPS08123
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 4.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (88% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21-point margin. 50.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.2%
D 38.2%

Winner: Republican by 21 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.1%
88% below US avg
High School+91.9%
School Test Score5.90
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density544/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access50.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries19
Healthcare Facilities646
Restaurants544
Retail Stores698

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)44

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute66.1 min
Drive Alone77.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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