Sedalia, CO

Colorado · Metropolitan Area

Sedalia is a small town in Colorado with a population of 49.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
49 Population 36/sq mi density
$369,400 Home Value $882,825 Zillow
50°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
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 $369,400
31% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 23.3%
27% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population49
Median Age28.8 yrs
Density36/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans32.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$58,031
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$31,178M
Commute22 min

Housing

Home Value$369,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$882,825
Housing Units59

Health

Obesity23.3%
Uninsured5.3%
Smoking5.7%
Depression20.9%
Heart Disease3.6%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain17.6 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation5,822 ft (1,775 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+42.1%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 45%
Commute22 min
Broadband25.0%
EV Stations2
Libraries7

Is Sedalia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sedalia receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Sedalia 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%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sedalia is $369,400, 31% above the national median.

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

Sedalia experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.6 inches, including 57.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Sedalia has a population of 49 with a density of 36 people per square mile. The median age is 28.8 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

49
Total Population
36
People / sq mi
28.8yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51%
Female 49%

Race & Ethnicity

Sedalia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Sedalia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sedalia is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Sedalia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$58,031
Avg Weekly Wage$1,634
IRS Avg AGI$146,479

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)16,132
County GDP$31,178M

Business (County)

Restaurants647
Healthcare1,115
Retail955
Manufacturing156

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,238
50% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Sedalia is $369,400, 31% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $882,825.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$369,400
31% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$882,825

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%
Housing Units59
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,238
50% above US avg
Effective Rate1.42%
In Sedalia, 23.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.3% of residents lack health insurance. 5.7% are current smokers. 20.9% report depression. 10.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.3%
27% below US avg
Diabetes5.1%
Heart Disease3.6%
High Blood Pressure22.2%
Asthma10.1%
COPD2.9%
Cancer8.1%
Stroke1.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking5.7%
59% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.9%
Physical Inactivity10.4%
Depression20.9%
Mental Distress13.3%
Physical Distress7.9%
Short Sleep24.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured5.3%
38% below US avg
Checkup Rate73.4%
Dental Visits81.1%
Premature Death4,121/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.6/10
Exercise Access91.3%
Healthcare Facilities1,115
Sedalia has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.6 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.6°F
8% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.6 inches
54% below US avg
Snowfall57.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,822 ft (1,775 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density36/sq mi
Coordinates39.4397°N, 104.9699°W
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
County FIPS08035
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 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 7-point margin. 25.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.3%
D 45.3%

Winner: Republican by 7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+42.1%
School Test Score5.90
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density36/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access25.0%
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities1,115
Restaurants647
Retail Stores955

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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