Valmont, CO

Colorado · Metropolitan Area

Valmont is a small town in Colorado with a population of 68. Residents earn $58,125 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
68 Population 262/sq mi density
$58,125 Median Income $48,560 per capita
$727,300 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$58,125 median income, 0.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$727,300 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
77.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,125
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $727,300
158% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 77.8%
131% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 18.6%
42% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.4%
64% lower than US avg

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

People

Population68
Median Age29.8 yrs
Density262/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans62.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$58,125
Per Capita$48,560
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.4%
County GDP$39,311M
Commute15 min

Housing

F
Home Value$727,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity18.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain15.2 in/yr
Elevation5,168 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+77.8%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 21% / D 77%
Commute15 min
Broadband43.0%
Libraries10

Is Valmont a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Valmont receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, below-average incomes. Valmont offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Valmont is $58,125, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Valmont is $727,300, making it a premium housing market at 158% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 12.5x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Valmont is a highly educated community — 77.8% 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

Valmont 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.

Valmont has a population of 68 with a density of 262 people per square mile. The median age is 29.8 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

68
Total Population
262
People / sq mi
29.8yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.3%
Female 39.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Valmont vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Valmont vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Valmont is $58,125, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Valmont vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,125
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$48,560
Avg Weekly Wage$1,854
IRS Avg AGI$137,874

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.4%
64% 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 Rate0.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.9 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Valmont is $727,300, 158% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$727,300
158% 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-Occupied46.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,666
90% above US avg
Effective Rate0.92%
In Valmont, 18.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.9% report depression. 15.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity18.6%
42% below US avg
Diabetes7.4%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure22.9%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.9%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity15.0%
Depression23.9%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate66.7%
Checkup Rate66.7%
Premature Death4,571/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Valmont 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

Elevation5,168 ft (1,575 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density262/sq mi
Coordinates40.0336°N, 105.2078°W
County FIPS08013
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 77.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (131% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 55.8-point margin. 43.0% 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+77.8%
131% 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 Density262/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access43.0%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities1,588
Restaurants928
Retail Stores1,143

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.9 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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