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Vona, CO

Colorado

Vona is a small town in Colorado with a population of 175. Residents earn $70,625 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
175 Population 795/sq mi density
$70,625 Median Income $25,289 per capita
$226,600 Home Value
$875 Median Rent 18.8% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$70,625 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$226,600 home value, $875/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,625
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $226,600
20% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.5%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $875
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.1%
9% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

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

People

Population175
Median Age32.1 yrs
Density795/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 69%
Veterans11.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,625
Per Capita$25,289
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.3%
County GDP$651M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$226,600
Rent$875
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units69
Rent Burden18.8%

Health

Obesity29.1%
Uninsured10.5%
Smoking16.2%
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain16.6 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation4,502 ft (1,372 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.5%
High School+84.9%
Graduate+10.1%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 15%
Commute18 min
Broadband53.0%
Libraries3

Is Vona a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Vona receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Vona stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Vona is $70,625, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Vona is $226,600, 20% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $875 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 84.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Vona experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 16.6 inches, including 29.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Vona has a population of 175 with a density of 795 people per square mile. The median age is 32.1 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (69.1%), with 12% Hispanic.

Population

175
Total Population
795
People / sq mi
32.1yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.1%
Female 42.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Vona vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.6%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.4%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Vona vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Vona is $70,625, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Vona vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,625
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,289
Avg Weekly Wage$914
IRS Avg AGI$62,753

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.3%
81% below US avg
Establishments (County)333
County GDP$651M

Business (County)

Restaurants26
Healthcare26
Retail36
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,800
49% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.79%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.0 min
Drive Alone72.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Vona is $226,600, 20% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $875 (25% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$226,600
20% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$875
25% below US avg
Rent Burden18.8%

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-Occupied69.8%
Housing Units69
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,800
49% below US avg
Effective Rate0.79%
In Vona, 29.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 10.5% of residents lack health insurance. 16.2% are current smokers. 27.2% report depression. 20.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.1%
9% below US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure27.5%
Asthma12.8%
COPD7.3%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.2%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity20.3%
Depression27.2%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress14.4%
Short Sleep34.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.9%
Uninsured10.5%
22% above US avg
Checkup Rate68.0%
Dental Visits59.3%
Premature Death10,204/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access70.5%
Healthcare Facilities26
Vona has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.6 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.9°F
8% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.6 inches
56% below US avg
Snowfall29.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,502 ft (1,372 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density795/sq mi
Coordinates39.3021°N, 102.7434°W
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
County FIPS08063
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 35.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (5% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68.3-point margin. 53.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.4%
D 15%

Winner: Republican by 68.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.5%
5% above US avg
High School+84.9%
Graduate Degree+10.1%
School Test Score5.90
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density795/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access53.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities26
Restaurants26
Retail Stores36

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.0 min
Drive Alone72.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.2%

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