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Piedra, CO

Colorado

Piedra is a small town in Colorado with a population of 50.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
50 Population 4/sq mi density
$116,700 Home Value
37°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
62.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $116,700
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 62.0%
84% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population50
Median Age68.6 yrs
Density4/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans50.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$39,250
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$100M
Commute42 min

Housing

Home Value$116,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units68
Rent Burden30.0%

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain19.6 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation7,874 ft (2,400 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+62.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+7.5%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 42%
Commute42 min
Broadband23.0%
Libraries1

Is Piedra a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Piedra receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Piedra stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Piedra is $116,700, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

Piedra is a highly educated community — 62.0% 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

Piedra has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.6 inches, including 107.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Piedra has a population of 50 with a density of 4 people per square mile. The median age is 68.6 years, 76% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

50
Total Population
4
People / sq mi
68.6yrs
Median Age
76% above US avg
11.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52%
Female 48%

Race & Ethnicity

Piedra vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Piedra vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Piedra is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes.

Income: Piedra vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$39,250
Avg Weekly Wage$826
IRS Avg AGI$79,251

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)84
County GDP$100M

Business (County)

Restaurants20
Healthcare3
Retail16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,350
33% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.01%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time42.0 min
Drive Alone61.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home38.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Piedra is $116,700, 59% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$116,700
59% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden30.0%

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-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units68
Median Year Built1979

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,350
33% below US avg
Effective Rate2.01%
Piedra has an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.6 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-9°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average36.9°F
32% below US avg
January Average15°F (-9°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.6 inches
48% below US avg
Snowfall107.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation7,874 ft (2,400 m)
Area11.6 sq mi (30.1 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates37.4418°N, 107.1684°W
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
County FIPS08079
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 62.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (84% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13.3-point margin. 23.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.4%
D 42.1%

Winner: Republican by 13.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+62.0%
84% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+7.5%
School Test Score5.90
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density4/sq mi
Total Area11.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access23.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities3
Restaurants20
Retail Stores16

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute42.0 min
Drive Alone61.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home38.5%

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