Rye, CO

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.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
145 Population 1,611/sq mi density
$47,125 Median Income $26,442 per capita
$234,700 Home Value $324,378 Zillow
$850 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$47,125 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$234,700 home value, $850/mo rent
A+
Education
4.7 / 5.0
45.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,125
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $234,700
17% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 45.9%
36% higher than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.9%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.1%
38% higher than US avg

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

People

Population145
Median Age37.3 yrs
Density1,611/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B
Median Income$47,125
Per Capita$26,442
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty17.1%
County GDP$323M
Commute26 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$234,700
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$324,378

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity29.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain25.4 in/yr
Elevation6,827 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+45.9%
High School+93.9%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 44%
Commute26 min
Broadband88.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries4

Is Rye a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Rye has a population of 145 with a density of 1,611 people per square mile. The median age is 37.3 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.2%).

Population

145
Total Population
1,611
People / sq mi
37.3yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60%
Female 40%

Race & Ethnicity

Rye vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Rye vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rye is $47,125, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Rye vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,125
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,442
Avg Weekly Wage$853
IRS Avg AGI$52,688

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.1%
38% above US avg
Establishments (County)208
County GDP$323M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare13
Retail33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,536
28% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.08%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Rye is $234,700, 17% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $324,378.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$234,700
17% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$324,378

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$130
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% 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-Occupied77.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,536
28% below US avg
Effective Rate1.08%
In Rye, 29.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 25.8% report depression. 20.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.9%
7% below US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure27.5%
Asthma11.8%
COPD6.0%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity20.1%
Depression25.8%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress12.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate76.7%
Checkup Rate70.5%
Premature Death14,473/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access45.3%
Healthcare Facilities13

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Rye has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average50.0°F
7% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.4 inches
33% below US avg
Snowfall130.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,827 ft (2,081 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density1,611/sq mi
Coordinates37.9213°N, 104.9319°W
County FIPS08055
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 45.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 8.6-point margin. 88.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.9%
D 44.3%

Winner: Republican by 8.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+45.9%
36% above US avg
High School+93.9%
School Test Score5.90
A+ Education Grade (4.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,611/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities13
Restaurants25
Retail Stores33

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

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