Saddle Ridge, CO

Colorado

Saddle Ridge is a small town in Colorado with a population of 58.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
58 Population 341/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $14,476 per capita
$817,300 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $817,300
190% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 68.4%
452% higher than US avg

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

People

Population58
Median Age52.5 yrs
Density341/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans58.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$14,476
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty68.4%
County GDP$2,043M
Commute12 min

Housing

Home Value$817,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain14.3 in/yr
Elevation4,477 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 24%
Commute12 min
Broadband19.0%
Libraries2

Is Saddle Ridge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saddle Ridge receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, an elevated poverty rate. Saddle Ridge stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 68.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Saddle Ridge is $817,300, making it a premium housing market at 190% above the U.S. median of $281,900.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Saddle Ridge experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 14.3 inches, including 22.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Saddle Ridge has a population of 58 with a density of 341 people per square mile. The median age is 52.5 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

58
Total Population
341
People / sq mi
52.5yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.4%
Female 46.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Saddle Ridge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Saddle Ridge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saddle Ridge is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 68.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes.

Income: Saddle Ridge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$14,476
Avg Weekly Wage$1,094
IRS Avg AGI$61,894

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate68.4%
452% above US avg
Establishments (County)880
County GDP$2,043M

Business (County)

Restaurants61
Healthcare61
Retail92
Manufacturing25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,514
28% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Saddle Ridge is $817,300, 190% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$817,300
190% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

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)$2,514
28% below US avg
Effective Rate0.31%

Health Metrics: Saddle Ridge vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate75.5%
Premature Death9,510/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access76.0%
Healthcare Facilities61

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Saddle Ridge has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average49.8°F
8% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.3 inches
62% below US avg
Snowfall22.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,477 ft (1,365 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density341/sq mi
Coordinates40.3131°N, 103.8023°W
County FIPS08087
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 48.6-point margin. 19.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73%
D 24.5%

Winner: Republican by 48.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.90
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density341/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access19.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities61
Restaurants61
Retail Stores92

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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