Stonewall Gap, CO

Colorado

Stonewall Gap is a small town in Colorado with a population of 61. Residents earn $23,359 per year, which is 69% below the national average.

2.1 /5.0
C Fair
61 Population 32/sq mi density
$23,359 Median Income $13,218 per capita
$265,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.1 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$23,359 median income, 1.6% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$265,000 home value
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $23,359
69% lower than US avg
Home Value $265,000
6% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.2%
76% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.7%
11% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.3%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population61
Median Age72.2 yrs
Density32/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans95.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$23,359
Per Capita$13,218
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty4.3%
County GDP$126M

Housing

F
Home Value$265,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity28.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain9.0 in/yr
Elevation7,976 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.2%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 41% / D 56%
CommuteN/A
Broadband55.0%
Libraries2

Is Stonewall Gap a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Stonewall Gap receives an overall livability score of 2.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Stonewall Gap has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stonewall Gap is $23,359, 69% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Stonewall Gap is $265,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 11.3x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

8.2% 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

Stonewall Gap has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 9.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Stonewall Gap has a population of 61 with a density of 32 people per square mile. The median age is 72.2 years, 86% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.1%), with 1.6% Hispanic.

Population

61
Total Population
32
People / sq mi
72.2yrs
Median Age
86% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.3%
Female 55.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Stonewall Gap vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Stonewall Gap vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stonewall Gap is $23,359, which is 69% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Stonewall Gap vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$23,359
69% below US avg
Per Capita Income$13,218
Avg Weekly Wage$781
IRS Avg AGI$41,455

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.3%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)116
County GDP$126M

Business (County)

Restaurants6
Healthcare6
Retail15
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Stonewall Gap is $265,000, 6% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$265,000
6% below US avg

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-Occupied42.4%

Property Tax

In Stonewall Gap, 28.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% report depression. 20.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Stonewall Gap vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.7%
11% below US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure27.5%
Asthma10.0%
COPD6.9%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.3%
Physical Inactivity20.9%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress16.5%
Physical Distress13.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate61.3%
Premature Death20,239/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment1.2/10
Exercise Access41.8%
Healthcare Facilities6

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Stonewall Gap has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 9.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average44.0°F
19% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall9.0 inches
76% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation7,976 ft (2,431 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (5.0 km²)
Population Density32/sq mi
Coordinates37.1605°N, 105.0342°W
County FIPS08023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 8.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 14.7-point margin. 55.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 40.9%
D 55.5%

Winner: Democrat by 14.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.2%
76% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density32/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities6
Restaurants6
Retail Stores15

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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