Red Feather Lakes, CO

Colorado · Metropolitan Area

Red Feather Lakes is a small town in Colorado with a population of 347. Residents earn $133,444 per year, which is 78% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
347 Population 38/sq mi density
$133,444 Median Income $53,541 per capita
$359,600 Home Value $438,148 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$133,444 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$359,600 home value
A+
Education
4.8 / 5.0
47.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $133,444
78% higher than US avg
Home Value $359,600
28% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 47.3%
40% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 23.5%
27% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population347
Median Age66.0 yrs
Density38/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

A+
Median Income$133,444
Per Capita$53,541
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$28,483M

Housing

A+
Home Value$359,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$438,148

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity23.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain13.2 in/yr
Elevation8,179 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+47.3%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 40% / D 57%
CommuteN/A
EV Stations1
Libraries8

Is Red Feather Lakes a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Red Feather Lakes receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Red Feather Lakes stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Red Feather Lakes is $133,444, which is significantly higher than the national average — 78% above $75,149. This places Red Feather Lakes among higher-income communities. 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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Red Feather Lakes is $359,600, 28% above the national median. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 47.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Red Feather Lakes has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.2 inches, including 73.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Red Feather Lakes has a population of 347 with a density of 38 people per square mile. The median age is 66.0 years, 70% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.7%).

Population

347
Total Population
38
People / sq mi
66.0yrs
Median Age
70% above US avg
9.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.6%
Female 46.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Red Feather Lakes vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Red Feather Lakes vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Red Feather Lakes is $133,444, which is 78% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Red Feather Lakes vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$133,444
78% above US avg
Per Capita Income$53,541
Avg Weekly Wage$1,344
IRS Avg AGI$94,423

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)15,314
County GDP$28,483M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,012
Healthcare1,279
Retail1,260
Manufacturing440

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,508
29% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.25%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home9.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Red Feather Lakes is $359,600, 28% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $438,148.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$359,600
28% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$438,148
Median List Price$624,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$624,900
$/Sq Ft$417
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio88.5%
Price Drops9.1%
Inventory11

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,508
29% above US avg
Effective Rate1.25%
In Red Feather Lakes, 23.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.1% report depression. 12.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.5%
27% below US avg
Diabetes6.3%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure24.2%
Asthma10.7%
COPD4.5%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.0%
Physical Inactivity12.1%
Depression24.1%
Mental Distress16.1%
Physical Distress10.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.6%
Checkup Rate68.2%
Premature Death5,743/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access91.9%
Healthcare Facilities1,279

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30

Safety Score

Red Feather Lakes has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average41.7°F
23% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.2 inches
65% below US avg
Snowfall73.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation8,179 ft (2,493 m)
Area9.1 sq mi (23.6 km²)
Population Density38/sq mi
Coordinates40.8095°N, 105.5790°W
County FIPS08069
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 47.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 17.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 39.8%
D 57.4%

Winner: Democrat by 17.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+47.3%
40% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.90
A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density38/sq mi
Total Area9.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities1,279
Restaurants1,012
Retail Stores1,260

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home9.7%

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