Red Cliff, CO

Colorado

Red Cliff is a small town in Colorado with a population of 283. Residents earn $68,056 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
283 Population 1,179/sq mi density
$68,056 Median Income $42,598 per capita
$742,600 Home Value
$1,450 Median Rent
38°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$68,056 median income, 0.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$742,600 home value, $1,450/mo rent
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
41.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,056
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $742,600
163% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 41.8%
24% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,450
25% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 23.0%
28% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.9%
28% lower than US avg

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

People

Population283
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density1,179/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 83%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,056
Per Capita$42,598
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty8.9%
County GDP$4,341M
Commute23 min

Housing

F
Home Value$742,600
Rent$1,450
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity23.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.8%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp38°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain22.4 in/yr
Elevation8,834 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+41.8%
High School+95.2%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 30% / D 67%
Commute23 min
Libraries3

Is Red Cliff a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Red Cliff receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Red Cliff offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Red Cliff is $68,056, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Red Cliff is $742,600, making it a premium housing market at 163% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,450 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 10.9x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 41.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Red Cliff has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 22.4 inches, including 189.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Red Cliff has a population of 283 with a density of 1,179 people per square mile. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.7%), with 2.8% Hispanic.

Population

283
Total Population
1,179
People / sq mi
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.1%
Female 45.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Red Cliff vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.8%
13% above US avg
Spanish11.2%
16% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Red Cliff vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Red Cliff is $68,056, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Red Cliff vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,056
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,598
Avg Weekly Wage$1,093
IRS Avg AGI$124,511

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.9%
28% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,515
County GDP$4,341M

Business (County)

Restaurants293
Healthcare117
Retail313
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,616
60% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.3 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Red Cliff is $742,600, 163% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,450 (25% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$742,600
163% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,450
25% above 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-Occupied73.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,616
60% above US avg
Effective Rate0.76%
In Red Cliff, 23.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 20.8% report depression. 14.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Red Cliff vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.0%
28% below US avg
Diabetes7.3%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure22.7%
Asthma10.1%
COPD4.1%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.8%
Physical Inactivity14.7%
Depression20.8%
Mental Distress14.9%
Physical Distress10.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.4%
Checkup Rate70.3%
Premature Death4,162/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.4/10
Exercise Access100.0%
Healthcare Facilities117

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Red Cliff has an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average37.9°F
30% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.4 inches
41% below US avg
Snowfall189.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation8,834 ft (2,693 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density1,179/sq mi
Coordinates39.5093°N, 106.3699°W
County FIPS08117
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 41.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (24% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 37.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 29.9%
D 67.1%

Winner: Democrat by 37.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+41.8%
24% above US avg
High School+95.2%
School Test Score5.90
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density1,179/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities117
Restaurants293
Retail Stores313

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.3 min
Work from Home0.0%

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