Median Income
$66,979
11% lower than US avg
Home Value
$99,000
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
19.9%
41% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$775
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.8%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.5%
72% lower than US avg
How Thornton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population534
Median Age34.3 yrs
Density431/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Economy
A
Median Income$66,979
Per Capita$33,158
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty3.5%
County GDP$790M
Commute24 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$99,000
Rent$775
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$153,096
Rent Burden21.9%
Health
Obesity40.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease5.9%
Climate
Avg Temp47°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.1 in/yr
Elevation1,191 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+19.9%
High School+95.2%
School Score5.73
Community
2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute24 min
Libraries4
Is Thornton a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Thornton receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Thornton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Thornton is $66,979, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Thornton is $99,000, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
19.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Thornton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Thornton has a population of 534 with a density of 431 people per square mile. The median age is 34.3 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.2%), with 1.3% Hispanic.
Population
34.3yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.7% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.3% |
| 83% below US avg |
The median household income in Thornton is $66,979, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $66,979 |
| 11% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $33,158 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,024 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $73,117 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.7% |
| 53% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.5% |
| 72% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 364 |
| County GDP | $790M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 15 |
| Healthcare | 26 |
| Retail | 36 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,431 |
| 2% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.47% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.1 min |
| Work from Home | 5.6% |
The median home value in Thornton is $99,000, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $775 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $153,096.
Home Values
| Census Median | $99,000 |
| 65% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $153,096 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $775 |
| 33% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 21.9% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $738 |
| 1 Bedroom | $788 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $989 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,282 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,420 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,431 |
| 2% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.47% |
In Thornton, 40.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.7% report depression. 25.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Thornton vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.8% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.0% |
| Asthma | 10.4% |
| COPD | 6.7% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 23.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.2% |
| Depression | 23.7% |
| Mental Distress | 18.6% |
| Physical Distress | 12.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.0% |
| Premature Death | 9,806/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 76.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 26 |
Crime Rates: Thornton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Thornton has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
17°F Jan (-9°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 46.6°F |
| 14% below US avg |
| January Average | 17°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 38.1 inches |
| 0% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,191 ft (363 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 431/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.9442°N, 93.3870°W |
| County FIPS | 19069 |