Strasburg, CO

Colorado · Metropolitan Area

Strasburg is a small town in Colorado with a population of 3,249. Residents earn $81,607 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
3,249 Population 156/sq mi density
$81,607 Median Income $36,480 per capita
$445,100 Home Value $533,310 Zillow
$1,177 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$81,607 median income, 5.3% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$445,100 home value, $1,177/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,607
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $445,100
58% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.5%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,177
1% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.3%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.3%
47% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.4%
8% higher than US avg

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

People

Population3,249
Median Age38.4 yrs
Density156/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 73%

Economy

B+
Median Income$81,607
Per Capita$36,480
Unemployment5.3%
Poverty13.4%
County GDP$66,677M
Commute30 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$445,100
Rent$1,177
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$533,310

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain16.3 in/yr
Elevation5,414 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.5%
High School+93.3%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 59%
Commute30 min
Libraries16

Is Strasburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Strasburg receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Strasburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Strasburg is $81,607, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.4% 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 Strasburg is $445,100, making it a premium housing market at 58% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,177 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 5.5x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

18.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Strasburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.3 inches, including 42.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Strasburg has a population of 3,249 with a density of 156 people per square mile. The median age is 38.4 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73%).

Population

3,249
Total Population
156
People / sq mi
38.4yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
20.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Strasburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.4%
16% above US avg
Spanish8.6%
36% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Strasburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Strasburg is $81,607, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Strasburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,607
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,480
Avg Weekly Wage$1,647
IRS Avg AGI$105,584

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.4%
8% above US avg
Establishments (County)26,450
County GDP$66,677M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,471
Healthcare2,590
Retail1,839
Manufacturing399

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,339
53% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.20%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.8 min
Work from Home14.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Strasburg is $445,100, 58% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,177 (1% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $533,310.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$445,100
58% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$533,310
Median List Price$499,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$499,900
$/Sq Ft$279
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio99.9%
Price Drops36.4%
Inventory11

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,177
1% above 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-Occupied86.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,339
53% above US avg
Effective Rate1.20%
In Strasburg, 30.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.9% report depression. 19.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.3%
6% below US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure27.6%
Asthma11.6%
COPD5.8%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity19.7%
Depression23.9%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.7%
Checkup Rate69.6%
Premature Death6,895/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access97.5%
Healthcare Facilities2,590

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)58

Safety Score

Strasburg has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.1°F
9% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.3 inches
57% below US avg
Snowfall42.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,414 ft (1,650 m)
Area20.8 sq mi (53.9 km²)
Population Density156/sq mi
Coordinates39.7207°N, 104.3182°W
County FIPS08005
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 18.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 20.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38.5%
D 58.6%

Winner: Democrat by 20.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.5%
45% below US avg
High School+93.3%
School Test Score5.90
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density156/sq mi
Total Area20.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities2,590
Restaurants1,471
Retail Stores1,839

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)58

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.8 min
Work from Home14.9%

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