Colorado
Salida is a small city in Colorado with a population of 5,786. Residents earn $69,773 per year, which is 7% below the national average.
Based on current data, Salida receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Salida offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Salida is $69,773, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. The poverty rate of 16.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Salida is $583,400, making it a premium housing market at 107% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,567 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8.4x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
Salida is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 147 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,172 per 100,000, 62% above the national average.
Salida is a highly educated community — 56.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 96.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Salida has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.6 inches, including 49.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 93.5% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 6.5% |
| 51% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $69,773 |
| 7% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $46,002 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,062 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $59,878 |
| Unemployment | 1.6% |
| 56% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 16.1% |
| 30% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,124 |
| County GDP | $2,073M |
| Restaurants | 103 |
| Healthcare | 98 |
| Retail | 126 |
| Manufacturing | 34 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,296 |
| 34% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.39% |
| Commute Time | 17.6 min |
| Work from Home | 18.8% |
| Census Median | $583,400 |
| 107% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $688,727 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,567 |
| 35% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $2,275 |
| Studio | $1,083 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,161 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,429 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,861 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,178 |
| Owner-Occupied | 59.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,296 |
| 34% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 0.39% |
| Obesity | 24.9% |
| 22% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 7.5% |
| Heart Disease | 4.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 25.2% |
| Asthma | 11.1% |
| COPD | 5.2% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 15.6% |
| Depression | 23.5% |
| Mental Distress | 16.5% |
| Physical Distress | 11.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 88.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 70.0% |
| Premature Death | 9,802/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 80.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 98 |
| Total Violent | 146.7/100K |
| 61% below US avg | |
| Murder | 18.3/100K |
| 191% above US avg | |
| Rape | 36.7/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 91.7/100K |
| Total Property | 3,172.0/100K |
| 62% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 550.1/100K |
| Theft | 2,548.6/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 73.3/100K |
| Arson | 73.3/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 35.4°F |
| 34% below US avg | |
| January Average | 14°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 10.6 inches |
| 72% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 49.2 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 7,093 ft (2,162 m) |
| Area | 2.8 sq mi (7.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,059/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.5299°N, 105.9979°W |
| County FIPS | 08043 |
Winner: Republican by 38.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 56.1% |
| 66% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 96.3% |
| School Test Score | 5.90 |
| RUCC Code 4 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent |
| Population Density | 2,059/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.8 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 13 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 13 |
| Public Libraries | 4 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 98 |
| Restaurants | 103 |
| Retail Stores | 126 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 17.6 min |
| Work from Home | 18.8% |