Peetz, CO

Colorado

Peetz is a small town in Colorado with a population of 226. Residents earn $39,821 per year, which is 47% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
226 Population 1,027/sq mi density
$39,821 Median Income $33,779 per capita
$151,400 Home Value $223,717 Zillow
$854 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$39,821 median income, 9.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$151,400 home value, $854/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,821
47% lower than US avg
Home Value $151,400
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.2%
46% lower than US avg
Median Rent $854
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.1%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.7%
169% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.0%
84% lower than US avg

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

People

Population226
Median Age37.3 yrs
Density1,027/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$39,821
Per Capita$33,779
Unemployment9.7%
Poverty2.0%
County GDP$1,419M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$151,400
Rent$854
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$223,717

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity27.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain15.2 in/yr
Elevation4,432 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.2%
High School+92.6%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 21%
Commute18 min
Libraries2

Is Peetz a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Peetz receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Peetz offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Peetz is $39,821, 47% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.7%, unemployment is notably high. Only 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Peetz is $151,400, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $854 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

18.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Peetz experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Peetz has a population of 226 with a density of 1,027 people per square mile. The median age is 37.3 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.6%).

Population

226
Total Population
1,027
People / sq mi
37.3yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Peetz vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.0%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.0%
70% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Peetz vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Peetz is $39,821, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Peetz vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,821
47% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,779
Avg Weekly Wage$971
IRS Avg AGI$66,187

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.7%
169% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.0%
84% below US avg
Establishments (County)656
County GDP$1,419M

Business (County)

Restaurants41
Healthcare72
Retail86
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,204
37% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.46%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.6 min
Work from Home12.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Peetz is $151,400, 46% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $854 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $223,717.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$151,400
46% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$223,717

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$854
27% below US avg

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-Occupied86.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,204
37% below US avg
Effective Rate1.46%
In Peetz, 27.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 25.1% report depression. 17.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.1%
16% below US avg
Diabetes7.9%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure27.4%
Asthma11.5%
COPD5.9%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity17.5%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.9%
Checkup Rate69.0%
Premature Death11,936/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access77.8%
Healthcare Facilities72

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Peetz has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average51.4°F
5% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.2 inches
60% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,432 ft (1,351 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density1,027/sq mi
Coordinates40.9618°N, 103.1138°W
County FIPS08075
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 18.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 56.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.3%
D 20.7%

Winner: Republican by 56.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.2%
46% below US avg
High School+92.6%
School Test Score5.90
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,027/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities72
Restaurants41
Retail Stores86

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.6 min
Work from Home12.0%

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