Colorado
Rye is a small town in Colorado with a population of 145. Residents earn $47,125 per year, which is 37% below the national average.
Based on current data, Rye receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Rye stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Rye is $47,125, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 17.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
The median home value in Rye is $234,700, 17% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Educational attainment is solid, with 45.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Rye experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.4 inches, including 130.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $47,125 |
| 37% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $26,442 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $853 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $52,688 |
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 17.1% |
| 38% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 208 |
| County GDP | $323M |
| Restaurants | 25 |
| Healthcare | 13 |
| Retail | 33 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,536 |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.08% |
| Commute Time | 26.2 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
| Census Median | $234,700 |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $324,378 |
| $/Sq Ft | $130 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.0% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 2 |
| Census Median Rent | $850 |
| 27% below US avg |
| Studio | $1,083 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,161 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,429 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,861 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,178 |
| Owner-Occupied | 77.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,536 |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.08% |
| Obesity | 29.9% |
| 7% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.5% |
| Asthma | 11.8% |
| COPD | 6.0% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
| Binge Drinking | 20.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.1% |
| Depression | 25.8% |
| Mental Distress | 19.2% |
| Physical Distress | 12.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 76.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 70.5% |
| Premature Death | 14,473/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 45.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| FEMA Disasters | 182 |
| Annual Average | 50.0°F |
| 7% below US avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 25.4 inches |
| 33% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 130.2 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 6,827 ft (2,081 m) |
| Area | 0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,611/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.9213°N, 104.9319°W |
| County FIPS | 08055 |
Winner: Republican by 8.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 45.9% |
| 36% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 93.9% |
| School Test Score | 5.90 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 1,611/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.1 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 88.0% |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 4 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13 |
| Restaurants | 25 |
| Retail Stores | 33 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 182 |
| Avg Commute | 26.2 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |