Pritchett, CO

Colorado

Pritchett is a small town in Colorado with a population of 156. Residents earn $40,313 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
156 Population 678/sq mi density
$40,313 Median Income $27,596 per capita
$38,300 Home Value
$475 Median Rent 42.0% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$40,313 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$38,300 home value, $475/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,313
46% lower than US avg
Home Value $38,300
86% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.4%
31% lower than US avg
Median Rent $475
59% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.1%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.9%
44% higher than US avg

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

People

Population156
Median Age40.3 yrs
Density678/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

B
Median Income$40,313
Per Capita$27,596
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty17.9%
County GDP$143M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$38,300
Rent$475
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden42.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain15.2 in/yr
Elevation4,827 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.4%
High School+89.2%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 14%
Commute19 min
Broadband67.0%
Libraries3

Is Pritchett a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pritchett receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Pritchett offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pritchett is $40,313, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 17.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pritchett is $38,300, 86% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $475 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Pritchett experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Pritchett has a population of 156 with a density of 678 people per square mile. The median age is 40.3 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.3%), with 7.7% Hispanic, 1.9% Asian.

Population

156
Total Population
678
People / sq mi
40.3yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.9%
Female 48.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Pritchett vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Pritchett vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pritchett is $40,313, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Pritchett vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,313
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,596
Avg Weekly Wage$778
IRS Avg AGI$44,903

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.9%
44% above US avg
Establishments (County)123
County GDP$143M

Business (County)

Restaurants4
Healthcare4
Retail15

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Pritchett is $38,300, 86% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $475 (59% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$38,300
86% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$475
59% below US avg
Rent Burden42.0%

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-Occupied65.7%

Property Tax

In Pritchett, 30.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 26.0% report depression. 23.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.1%
6% below US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma11.8%
COPD7.5%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity23.5%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress14.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.8%
Checkup Rate69.2%
Premature Death16,304/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access53.4%
Healthcare Facilities4

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Pritchett has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.7°F
2% below US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.2 inches
60% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,827 ft (1,471 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density678/sq mi
Coordinates37.3700°N, 102.8587°W
County FIPS08009
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 23.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 70.4-point margin. 67.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.1%
D 13.7%

Winner: Republican by 70.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.4%
31% below US avg
High School+89.2%
School Test Score5.90
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density678/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access67.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants4
Retail Stores15

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

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