Median Income
$54,609
27% lower than US avg
Home Value
$112,000
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
18.3%
46% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$782
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
27.8%
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment
5.0%
39% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Saguache Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population554
Median Age41.3 yrs
Density1,421/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 56%
Economy
B+
Median Income$54,609
Per Capita$27,881
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$220M
Commute21 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$112,000
Rent$782
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$252,565
Health
Obesity27.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease5.5%
Climate
Avg Temp44°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain8.4 in/yr
Elevation7,702 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+18.3%
High School+97.9%
School Score4.71
Community
2024 VoteR 46% / D 50%
Commute21 min
EV Stations1
Libraries2
Is Saguache a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Saguache receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Saguache offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Saguache is $54,609, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Saguache is $112,000, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $782 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
18.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Saguache has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 8.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Saguache has a population of 554 with a density of 1,421 people per square mile. The median age is 41.3 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (55.8%), with 14.4% Hispanic.
Population
41.3yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 92.3% |
| 18% above US avg |
| Spanish | 7.7% |
| 43% below US avg |
The median household income in Saguache is $54,609, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $54,609 |
| 27% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $27,881 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $826 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $51,951 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.0% |
| 39% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 233 |
| County GDP | $220M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 8 |
| Healthcare | 11 |
| Retail | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,950 |
| 16% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.63% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.2 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Saguache is $112,000, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $782 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $252,565.
Home Values
| Census Median | $112,000 |
| 60% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $252,565 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $782 |
| 33% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $748 |
| 1 Bedroom | $797 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $975 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,529 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,950 |
| 16% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.63% |
In Saguache, 27.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.8% report depression. 21.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Saguache vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 27.8% |
| 13% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.0% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.0% |
| Asthma | 10.7% |
| COPD | 5.7% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.6% |
| Depression | 21.8% |
| Mental Distress | 17.2% |
| Physical Distress | 13.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 69.1% |
| Premature Death | 9,580/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 24.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 11 |
Crime Rates: Saguache vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
Safety Score
Saguache has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 8.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
21°F Jan (-6°C)
65°F Jul (18°C)
| Annual Average | 43.9°F |
| 19% below US avg |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 8.4 inches |
| 78% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,702 ft (2,348 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,421/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.0863°N, 106.1411°W |
| County FIPS | 08109 |