Median Income
$50,417
33% lower than US avg
Home Value
$13,600
95% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
14.7%
56% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
28.7%
11% lower than US avg
Unemployment
6.2%
72% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
22.2%
79% higher than US avg
How Peak Place Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population483
Median Age28.3 yrs
Density369/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 41%
Economy
C+
Median Income$50,417
Per Capita$19,432
Unemployment6.2%
Poverty22.2%
County GDP$10,087M
Commute22 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$13,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity28.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.7%
Heart Disease5.4%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain12.8 in/yr
Elevation6,636 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+14.7%
High School+62.5%
School Score4.65
Community
2024 VoteR 24% / D 73%
Commute22 min
Libraries8
Is Peak Place a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Peak Place receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Peak Place offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Peak Place is $50,417, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 22.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Peak Place is $13,600, 95% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 62.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Peak Place experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.8 inches, including 20.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.
Peak Place has a population of 483 with a density of 369 people per square mile. The median age is 28.3 years, 27% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (40.8%), with 26.3% Hispanic.
Population
28.3yrs
Median Age
27% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Peak Place vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 32.0% |
| 59% below US avg |
| Spanish | 68.0% |
| 407% above US avg |
Social Characteristics
Peak Place vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Peak Place is $50,417, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 22.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Income: Peak Place vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $50,417 |
| 33% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $19,432 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,177 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $89,177 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 6.2% |
| 72% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 22.2% |
| 79% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 6,768 |
| County GDP | $10,087M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 465 |
| Healthcare | 561 |
| Retail | 775 |
| Manufacturing | 124 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,168 |
| 48% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 38.00% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.7 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Peak Place is $13,600, 95% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $13,600 |
| 95% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $828 |
| 1 Bedroom | $927 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,129 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,496 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,758 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,168 |
| 48% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 38.00% |
In Peak Place, 28.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.7% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Peak Place vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 28.7% |
| 11% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.0% |
| Asthma | 9.3% |
| COPD | 4.5% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.3% |
| Depression | 22.7% |
| Mental Distress | 15.8% |
| Physical Distress | 14.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 80.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 65.7% |
| Premature Death | 8,950/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 83.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 561 |
Crime Rates: Peak Place vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 24 |
Safety Score
Peak Place has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
71°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 50.0°F |
| 7% below US avg |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 12.8 inches |
| 66% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 20.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 37.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,636 ft (2,023 m) |
| Area | 1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 369/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.7912°N, 105.9432°W |
| County FIPS | 35049 |