Springfield, CO
Full City Profile · Colorado · Baca County County
Springfield, CO
At a Glance
How Springfield Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Springfield's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Springfield a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Springfield residents earn a median household income of $42,368 , which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,203. The unemployment rate stands at 2.8% (22% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 16.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 123 business establishments, including 4 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Springfield is $122,600 , 57% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $174,792. Median rent is $551/month, with 18.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 103.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1964.
Safety & Crime
Springfield reports 78 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 79% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 313/100K.
Education
24.0% of adults in Springfield hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% below the national average). 81.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Springfield has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.2 inches.