Sugarloaf, CO

Colorado · Metropolitan Area

Sugarloaf is a small town in Colorado with a population of 442.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
442 Population 203/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $56,267 per capita
$1,274,600 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
87.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $1,274,600
352% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 87.9%
161% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 15.8%
51% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population442
Median Age40.5 yrs
Density203/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans3.7%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$56,267
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$39,311M
Commute35 min

Housing

Home Value$1,274,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity15.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.4%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain15.2 in/yr
Elevation7,840 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+87.9%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 21% / D 77%
Commute35 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries10

Is Sugarloaf a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sugarloaf receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Sugarloaf stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sugarloaf is $1,274,600, making it a premium housing market at 352% above the U.S. median of $281,900.

Education

Sugarloaf is a highly educated community — 87.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above 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

Sugarloaf experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Sugarloaf has a population of 442 with a density of 203 people per square mile. The median age is 40.5 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.6%), with 6.3% Hispanic.

Population

442
Total Population
203
People / sq mi
40.5yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Sugarloaf vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.2%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.8%
64% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sugarloaf vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sugarloaf is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Sugarloaf vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$56,267
Avg Weekly Wage$1,854
IRS Avg AGI$137,874

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)18,751
County GDP$39,311M

Business (County)

Restaurants928
Healthcare1,588
Retail1,143
Manufacturing533

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,666
90% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.5 min
Drive Alone81.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Sugarloaf is $1,274,600, 352% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,274,600
352% above 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-Occupied93.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,666
90% above US avg
Effective Rate0.52%
In Sugarloaf, 15.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 20.4% report depression. 9.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity15.8%
51% below US avg
Diabetes5.6%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure20.3%
Asthma8.6%
COPD3.6%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.8%
Physical Inactivity9.0%
Depression20.4%
Mental Distress13.1%
Physical Distress8.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate66.3%
Premature Death4,571/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access95.4%
Healthcare Facilities1,588

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Sugarloaf has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.0°F
7% below US avg
January Average29°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.2 inches
60% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation7,840 ft (2,390 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.6 km²)
Population Density203/sq mi
Coordinates40.0189°N, 105.4077°W
County FIPS08013
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 87.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (161% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 55.8-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 20.8%
D 76.6%

Winner: Democrat by 55.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+87.9%
161% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.90
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density203/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities1,588
Restaurants928
Retail Stores1,143

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.5 min
Drive Alone81.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.5%

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