Silverton, CO

Colorado

Silverton is a small town in Colorado with a population of 613. Residents earn $73,750 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
613 Population 730/sq mi density
$73,750 Median Income $43,004 per capita
$414,700 Home Value $533,468 Zillow
$1,076 Median Rent
35°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$73,750 median income, 5.5% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$414,700 home value, $1,076/mo rent
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
45.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,750
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $414,700
47% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 45.0%
34% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,076
7% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.8%
20% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.5%
53% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.3%
1% lower than US avg

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

People

Population613
Median Age41.0 yrs
Density730/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

B+
Median Income$73,750
Per Capita$43,004
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty12.3%
County GDP$59M
Commute14 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$414,700
Rent$1,076
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$533,468

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity25.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp35°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain23.9 in/yr
Elevation9,301 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+45.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 32% / D 64%
Commute14 min
EV Stations2
Libraries1

Is Silverton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Silverton receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Silverton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Silverton is $73,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Silverton is $414,700, 47% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,076 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 5.6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 45.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Silverton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 23.9 inches, including 172.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Silverton has a population of 613 with a density of 730 people per square mile. The median age is 41.0 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.1%).

Population

613
Total Population
730
People / sq mi
41.0yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.1%
Female 43.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Silverton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only78.1%
1% below US avg
Spanish21.9%
63% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Silverton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Silverton is $73,750, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Silverton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,750
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$43,004
Avg Weekly Wage$716
IRS Avg AGI$70,624

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
53% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.3%
1% below US avg
Establishments (County)94
County GDP$59M

Business (County)

Restaurants21
Healthcare3
Retail19
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.1 min
Work from Home26.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Silverton is $414,700, 47% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,076 (7% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $533,468.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$414,700
47% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$533,468

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,076
7% below US avg

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-Occupied50.5%

Property Tax

In Silverton, 25.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.7% report depression. 15.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.8%
20% below US avg
Diabetes7.6%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure25.9%
Asthma11.0%
COPD5.1%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.9%
Physical Inactivity15.8%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.9%
Checkup Rate70.1%

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.2/10
Exercise Access98.9%
Healthcare Facilities3

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Silverton has an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average34.7°F
36% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.9 inches
37% below US avg
Snowfall172.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation9,301 ft (2,835 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density730/sq mi
Coordinates37.8109°N, 107.6647°W
County FIPS08111
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 45.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 32-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 32%
D 64%

Winner: Democrat by 32 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+45.0%
34% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.90
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density730/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities3
Restaurants21
Retail Stores19

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.1 min
Work from Home26.0%

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