Sedgwick, CO

Colorado

Sedgwick is a small town in Colorado with a population of 154. Residents earn $51,250 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
154 Population 395/sq mi density
$51,250 Median Income $27,427 per capita
$125,000 Home Value
$875 Median Rent 44.0% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$51,250 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$125,000 home value, $875/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,250
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $125,000
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.3%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $875
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.8%
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.8%
21% lower than US avg

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

People

Population154
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density395/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 57%

Economy

B+
Median Income$51,250
Per Capita$27,427
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty9.8%
County GDP$99M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$125,000
Rent$875
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden44.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity27.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain17.6 in/yr
Elevation3,591 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.3%
High School+94.0%
School Score5.84

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 21%
Commute30 min
Broadband68.0%
Libraries1

Is Sedgwick a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sedgwick receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Sedgwick offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sedgwick is $51,250, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. 9.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sedgwick is $125,000, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $875 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Sedgwick 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 17.6 inches, including 31.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Sedgwick has a population of 154 with a density of 395 people per square mile. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (56.5%), with 3.9% Hispanic.

Population

154
Total Population
395
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.6%
Female 60.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Sedgwick vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.1%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.9%
56% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sedgwick vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sedgwick is $51,250, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Sedgwick vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,250
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,427
Avg Weekly Wage$853
IRS Avg AGI$48,531

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.8%
21% below US avg
Establishments (County)97
County GDP$99M

Business (County)

Restaurants7
Healthcare5
Retail15
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.6 min
Work from Home4.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Sedgwick is $125,000, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $875 (25% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$125,000
56% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$875
25% below US avg
Rent Burden44.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$746
1 Bedroom$759
2 Bedrooms$973
3 Bedrooms$1,167
4 Bedrooms$1,525

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.2%

Property Tax

In Sedgwick, 27.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.7% report depression. 21.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.8%
13% below US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure27.9%
Asthma11.2%
COPD6.2%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity21.0%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress13.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.8%
Checkup Rate69.1%
Premature Death13,182/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access61.1%
Healthcare Facilities5

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Sedgwick 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 17.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average49.6°F
8% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.6 inches
54% below US avg
Snowfall31.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,591 ft (1,095 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density395/sq mi
Coordinates40.9355°N, 102.5256°W
County FIPS08115
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 10.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 56.3-point margin. 68.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.2%
D 20.8%

Winner: Republican by 56.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.3%
69% below US avg
High School+94.0%
School Test Score5.84
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density395/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access68.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities5
Restaurants7
Retail Stores15

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.6 min
Work from Home4.1%

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