Rangely, CO

Colorado

Rangely is a small town in Colorado with a population of 2,572. Residents earn $75,044 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
2,572 Population 587/sq mi density
$75,044 Median Income $31,360 per capita
$192,200 Home Value $221,429 Zillow
$774 Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
163 Violent Crime/100K 409 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$75,044 median income, 5.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$192,200 home value, $774/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
163 violent crimes/100K (57% below avg)
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,044
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $192,200
32% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 163/100K
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.1%
43% lower than US avg
Median Rent $774
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.0%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.0%
39% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.2%
42% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,572
Median Age36.6 yrs
Density587/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

B+
Median Income$75,044
Per Capita$31,360
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty7.2%
County GDP$1,246M
Commute12 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$192,200
Rent$774
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$221,429

Crime

F
Violent163/100K
Property409/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault82/100K
Burglary41/100K

Health

Obesity27.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.5%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain10.9 in/yr
Elevation5,266 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.1%
High School+94.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 17%
Commute12 min
Libraries3

Is Rangely a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rangely receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Rangely offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rangely is $75,044, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rangely is $192,200, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $774 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Rangely is below the national average at 163 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 409 per 100,000, 79% below the national average.

Education

19.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Rangely experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.9 inches, including 29.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Rangely has a population of 2,572 with a density of 587 people per square mile. The median age is 36.6 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.2%), with 5.6% Hispanic.

Population

2,572
Total Population
587
People / sq mi
36.6yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
4.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.9%
Female 45.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Rangely vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.7%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.3%
68% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rangely vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rangely is $75,044, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes.

Income: Rangely vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,044
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,360
Avg Weekly Wage$1,108
IRS Avg AGI$61,650

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.2%
42% below US avg
Establishments (County)464
County GDP$1,246M

Business (County)

Restaurants38
Healthcare33
Retail61
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,771
49% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.0 min
Work from Home5.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Rangely is $192,200, 32% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $774 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $221,429.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$192,200
32% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$221,429

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$774
33% 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-Occupied80.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,771
49% below US avg
Effective Rate0.92%
In Rangely, 27.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 25.5% report depression. 18.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.0%
16% below US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure27.0%
Asthma11.6%
COPD6.0%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity18.6%
Depression25.5%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress13.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.0%
Checkup Rate69.1%
Premature Death10,530/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access80.1%
Healthcare Facilities33
Rangely has a violent crime rate of 163 per 100,000 residents, 57% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 409 per 100,000 (79% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent163.5/100K
57% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape81.7/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault81.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property408.7/100K
79% below US avg
Burglary40.9/100K
Theft245.2/100K
Vehicle Theft122.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Rangely has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.9 inches
71% below US avg
Snowfall29.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,266 ft (1,605 m)
Area4.4 sq mi (11.3 km²)
Population Density587/sq mi
Coordinates40.0870°N, 108.7833°W
County FIPS08081
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 19.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 62.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.3%
D 17.5%

Winner: Republican by 62.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.1%
43% below US avg
High School+94.0%
School Test Score5.90
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density587/sq mi
Total Area4.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities33
Restaurants38
Retail Stores61

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.0 min
Work from Home5.3%

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