Colorado
Rico is a small town in Colorado with a population of 392. Residents earn $101,250 per year, which is 35% above the national average.
Based on current data, Rico receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Rico stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Rico is $101,250, which is significantly higher than the national average — 35% above $75,149. This places Rico among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
The median home value in Rico is $545,000, making it a premium housing market at 93% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,711 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.4x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Educational attainment is solid, with 46.0% 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.
Rico 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 20.4 inches, including 130.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 81.2% |
| 3% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 18.8% |
| 40% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $101,250 |
| 35% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $52,913 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $797 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $54,322 |
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 9.7% |
| 22% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 100 |
| County GDP | $106M |
| Restaurants | 13 |
| Healthcare | 4 |
| Retail | 8 |
| Commute Time | 33.3 min |
| Work from Home | 10.1% |
| Census Median | $545,000 |
| 93% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $521,539 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,711 |
| 47% above US avg |
| Studio | $1,083 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,161 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,429 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,861 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,178 |
| Owner-Occupied | 79.0% |
| Obesity | 26.8% |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.8% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.6% |
| Asthma | 11.1% |
| COPD | 6.6% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
| Binge Drinking | 20.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.1% |
| Depression | 24.0% |
| Mental Distress | 18.4% |
| Physical Distress | 13.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 82.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 68.8% |
| Premature Death | 7,029/100K |
| Food Environment | 4.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 19.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 4 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Annual Average | 38.1°F |
| 29% below US avg | |
| January Average | 18°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 20.4 inches |
| 46% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 130.8 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 8,774 ft (2,674 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 576/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.6891°N, 108.0317°W |
| County FIPS | 08033 |
Winner: Republican by 52.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 46.0% |
| 36% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 100.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.90 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 576/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.7 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 4 |
| Restaurants | 13 |
| Retail Stores | 8 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Avg Commute | 33.3 min |
| Work from Home | 10.1% |