Sunshine, CO

Colorado · Metropolitan Area

Sunshine is a small town in Colorado with a population of 240.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
240 Population 139/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $33,650 per capita
$1,174,200 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.9 / 5.0
48.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $1,174,200
317% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 48.5%
44% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 16.8%
48% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population240
Median Age37.6 yrs
Density139/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 80%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$33,650
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$39,311M
Commute22 min

Housing

Home Value$1,174,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity16.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain15.2 in/yr
Elevation7,344 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+48.5%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 21% / D 77%
Commute22 min
Broadband62.0%
Libraries10

Is Sunshine a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sunshine receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Sunshine 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 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sunshine is $1,174,200, making it a premium housing market at 317% above the U.S. median of $281,900.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 48.5% 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

Sunshine 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.

Sunshine has a population of 240 with a density of 139 people per square mile. The median age is 37.6 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.4%).

Population

240
Total Population
139
People / sq mi
37.6yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.3%
Female 41.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Sunshine vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only75.9%
3% below US avg
Spanish24.1%
80% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Sunshine vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sunshine 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 22 minutes.

Income: Sunshine vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$33,650
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 Rate0.57%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.6 min
Work from Home16.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Sunshine is $1,174,200, 317% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,174,200
317% 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-Occupied61.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,666
90% above US avg
Effective Rate0.57%
In Sunshine, 16.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.8% report depression. 9.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity16.8%
48% below US avg
Diabetes6.0%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure21.0%
Asthma9.8%
COPD4.2%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.1%
Physical Inactivity9.7%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress14.4%
Physical Distress9.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.2%
Checkup Rate67.4%
Premature Death4,571/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Sunshine 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

Elevation7,344 ft (2,238 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.5 km²)
Population Density139/sq mi
Coordinates40.0637°N, 105.3696°W
County FIPS08013
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 48.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 55.8-point margin. 62.0% 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+48.5%
44% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.90
A+ Education Grade (4.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density139/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access62.0%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities1,588
Restaurants928
Retail Stores1,143

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.6 min
Work from Home16.1%

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