Phippsburg, CO

Colorado

Phippsburg is a small town in Colorado with a population of 399. Residents earn $110,870 per year, which is 48% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
399 Population 335/sq mi density
$110,870 Median Income $47,895 per capita
$310,000 Home Value $427,302 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
40°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$110,870 median income, 6.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$310,000 home value
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
44.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $110,870
48% higher than US avg
Home Value $310,000
10% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 44.5%
32% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 22.7%
29% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.8%
89% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population399
Median Age33.8 yrs
Density335/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

A
Median Income$110,870
Per Capita$47,895
Unemployment6.8%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,961M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$310,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$427,302

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity22.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain16.9 in/yr
Elevation7,486 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+44.5%
High School+96.5%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 35% / D 62%
Commute29 min
Libraries4

Is Phippsburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Phippsburg receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Phippsburg stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Phippsburg is $110,870, which is significantly higher than the national average — 48% above $75,149. This places Phippsburg among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 6.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Phippsburg is $310,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 44.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Phippsburg has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.9 inches, including 131.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Phippsburg has a population of 399 with a density of 335 people per square mile. The median age is 33.8 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.2%).

Population

399
Total Population
335
People / sq mi
33.8yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Phippsburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Phippsburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Phippsburg is $110,870, which is 48% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Phippsburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$110,870
48% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,895
Avg Weekly Wage$1,159
IRS Avg AGI$172,644

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.8%
89% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,126
County GDP$2,961M

Business (County)

Restaurants171
Healthcare156
Retail193
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,467
85% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.4 min
Work from Home14.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Phippsburg is $310,000, 10% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $427,302.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$310,000
10% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$427,302

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied71.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,467
85% above US avg
Effective Rate2.09%
In Phippsburg, 22.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.9% report depression. 14.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity22.7%
29% below US avg
Diabetes6.6%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure23.4%
Asthma10.8%
COPD4.6%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.6%
Physical Inactivity14.5%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress16.4%
Physical Distress10.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.3%
Checkup Rate69.0%
Premature Death5,045/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access75.4%
Healthcare Facilities156

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Phippsburg has an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average40.2°F
26% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.9 inches
55% below US avg
Snowfall131.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation7,486 ft (2,282 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density335/sq mi
Coordinates40.2301°N, 106.9508°W
County FIPS08107
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 44.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 27.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 34.8%
D 62.5%

Winner: Democrat by 27.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+44.5%
32% above US avg
High School+96.5%
School Test Score5.90
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density335/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities156
Restaurants171
Retail Stores193

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.4 min
Work from Home14.8%

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