Two Buttes, CO

Colorado

Two Buttes is a small town in Colorado with a population of 13. Residents earn $27,500 per year, which is 63% below the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
13 Population 52/sq mi density
$27,500 Median Income $16,015 per capita
$26,700 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$27,500 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$26,700 home value
A+
Education
4.7 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $27,500
63% lower than US avg
Home Value $26,700
91% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population13
Median Age66.7 yrs
Density52/mi²
Male / Female39% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans13.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$27,500
Per Capita$16,015
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$143M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$26,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain19.5 in/yr
Elevation4,103 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+92.3%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 14%
Commute20 min
Broadband8.0%
Libraries3

Is Two Buttes a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Two Buttes receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Two Buttes stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Two Buttes is $27,500, 63% below the national average of $75,149. 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 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Two Buttes is $26,700, 91% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Two Buttes experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 19.5 inches, including 23.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Two Buttes has a population of 13 with a density of 52 people per square mile. The median age is 66.7 years, 71% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

13
Total Population
52
People / sq mi
66.7yrs
Median Age
71% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 38.5%
Female 61.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Two Buttes vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Two Buttes vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Two Buttes is $27,500, which is 63% below the national average of $75,149. 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 20 minutes.

Income: Two Buttes vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$27,500
63% below US avg
Per Capita Income$16,015
Avg Weekly Wage$778
IRS Avg AGI$44,903

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)123
County GDP$143M

Business (County)

Restaurants4
Healthcare4
Retail15

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Two Buttes is $26,700, 91% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$26,700
91% 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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Health Metrics: Two Buttes vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.9%
Premature Death16,304/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access53.4%
Healthcare Facilities4

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Two Buttes has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.2°F
0% below US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.5 inches
49% below US avg
Snowfall23.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,103 ft (1,251 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density52/sq mi
Coordinates37.5607°N, 102.3966°W
County FIPS08009
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 70.4-point margin. 8.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.1%
D 13.7%

Winner: Republican by 70.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+92.3%
School Test Score5.90
A+ Education Grade (4.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density52/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access8.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants4
Retail Stores15

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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