Romeo, CO

Colorado

Romeo is a small town in Colorado with a population of 368. Residents earn $42,188 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
368 Population 1,600/sq mi density
$42,188 Median Income $23,514 per capita
$112,500 Home Value
$680 Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$42,188 median income, 4.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$112,500 home value, $680/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,188
44% lower than US avg
Home Value $112,500
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.8%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $680
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.2%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.9%
36% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.3%
96% higher than US avg

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

People

Population368
Median Age39.8 yrs
Density1,600/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 33%

Economy

C+
Median Income$42,188
Per Capita$23,514
Unemployment4.9%
Poverty24.3%
County GDP$912M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$112,500
Rent$680
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.2%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain7.8 in/yr
Elevation7,736 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.8%
High School+64.4%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 43%
Commute23 min
Libraries1

Is Romeo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Romeo receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Romeo offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Romeo is $42,188, 44% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 24.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Romeo is $112,500, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $680 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 64.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Romeo has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 7.8 inches, including 29.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Romeo has a population of 368 with a density of 1,600 people per square mile. The median age is 39.8 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (33.4%), with 7.1% Hispanic.

Population

368
Total Population
1,600
People / sq mi
39.8yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53%
Female 47%

Race & Ethnicity

Romeo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only54.2%
31% below US avg
Spanish45.8%
242% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Romeo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Romeo is $42,188, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 24.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Romeo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,188
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,514
Avg Weekly Wage$947
IRS Avg AGI$57,919

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.9%
36% above US avg
Poverty Rate24.3%
96% above US avg
Establishments (County)623
County GDP$912M

Business (County)

Restaurants53
Healthcare79
Retail82
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,352
33% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.8 min
Work from Home1.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Romeo is $112,500, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $680 (42% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$112,500
60% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$680
42% 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-Occupied81.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,352
33% below US avg
Effective Rate2.09%
In Romeo, 31.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 20.2% report depression. 27.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.2%
3% below US avg
Diabetes12.0%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure27.5%
Asthma10.2%
COPD5.3%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.5%
Physical Inactivity27.3%
Depression20.2%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress15.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.1%
Checkup Rate68.7%
Premature Death12,905/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access82.1%
Healthcare Facilities79

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Romeo has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 7.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average43.8°F
19% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall7.8 inches
80% below US avg
Snowfall29.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation7,736 ft (2,358 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density1,600/sq mi
Coordinates37.1718°N, 105.9854°W
County FIPS08003
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 10.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54%
D 43.1%

Winner: Republican by 10.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.8%
77% below US avg
High School+64.4%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density1,600/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities79
Restaurants53
Retail Stores82

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.8 min
Work from Home1.9%

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