Colorado
Walsenburg is a small town in Colorado with a population of 3,079. Residents earn $40,799 per year, which is 46% below the national average.
Based on current data, Walsenburg receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Walsenburg has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Walsenburg is $40,799, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 17.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Walsenburg is $148,600, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $723 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
The violent crime rate of 517 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,379 per 100,000, 72% above the national average.
16.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Walsenburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.3 inches, including 91.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 92.3% |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 7.7% |
| 43% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $40,799 |
| 46% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $23,213 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $853 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $52,688 |
| Unemployment | 6.6% |
| 83% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 17.2% |
| 39% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 208 |
| County GDP | $323M |
| Restaurants | 25 |
| Healthcare | 13 |
| Retail | 33 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,536 |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.71% |
| Commute Time | 14.4 min |
| Work from Home | 23.3% |
| Census Median | $148,600 |
| 47% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $185,964 |
| Census Median Rent | $723 |
| 38% below US avg |
| Studio | $1,083 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,161 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,429 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,861 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,178 |
| Owner-Occupied | 56.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,536 |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.71% |
| Obesity | 30.5% |
| 5% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.7% |
| Heart Disease | 6.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.9% |
| Asthma | 11.4% |
| COPD | 6.9% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.3% |
| Depression | 22.9% |
| Mental Distress | 19.2% |
| Physical Distress | 16.1% |
| Insurance Rate | 93.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 67.6% |
| Premature Death | 14,473/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 45.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13 |
| Total Violent | 517.2/100K |
| 36% above US avg | |
| Murder | 34.5/100K |
| 447% above US avg | |
| Rape | 103.5/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 379.3/100K |
| Total Property | 3,379.3/100K |
| 72% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 862.1/100K |
| Theft | 2,413.8/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 103.5/100K |
| Arson | 103.5/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| FEMA Disasters | 182 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 51.6°F |
| 4% below US avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 17.3 inches |
| 55% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 91.6 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 6,302 ft (1,921 m) |
| Area | 3.0 sq mi (7.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,030/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.6306°N, 104.7817°W |
| County FIPS | 08055 |
Winner: Republican by 8.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 16.1% |
| 52% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 83.5% |
| School Test Score | 5.90 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 1,030/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.0 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 4 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13 |
| Restaurants | 25 |
| Retail Stores | 33 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 182 |
| Avg Commute | 14.4 min |
| Work from Home | 23.3% |