Westcreek, CO

Colorado · Metropolitan Area

Westcreek is a small town in Colorado with a population of 237. Residents earn $108,571 per year, which is 44% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
237 Population 194/sq mi density
$108,571 Median Income $46,145 per capita
$560,800 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$108,571 median income, 13.1% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$560,800 home value
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
25.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $108,571
44% higher than US avg
Home Value $560,800
99% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.9%
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 23.4%
27% lower than US avg
Unemployment 13.1%
264% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population237
Median Age36.7 yrs
Density194/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

B+
Median Income$108,571
Per Capita$46,145
Unemployment13.1%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$696M
Commute55 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$560,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity23.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.2%
Heart Disease3.8%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain15.8 in/yr
Elevation7,509 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.9%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 40%
Commute55 min
Broadband97.0%
Libraries4

Is Westcreek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Westcreek receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, long commute times. Westcreek offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Westcreek is $108,571, which is significantly higher than the national average — 44% above $75,149. This places Westcreek among higher-income communities. At 13.1%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 55 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Westcreek is $560,800, making it a premium housing market at 99% above the U.S. median of $281,900. The price-to-income ratio of 5.2x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

25.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below 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

Westcreek experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.8 inches, including 59.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Westcreek has a population of 237 with a density of 194 people per square mile. The median age is 36.7 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.2%), with 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

237
Total Population
194
People / sq mi
36.7yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.1%
Female 40.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Westcreek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Westcreek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Westcreek is $108,571, which is 44% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 13.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 55 minutes.

Income: Westcreek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$108,571
44% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,145
Avg Weekly Wage$1,054
IRS Avg AGI$84,442

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.1%
264% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)696
County GDP$696M

Business (County)

Restaurants53
Healthcare23
Retail55
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,029
13% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.54%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time54.5 min
Work from Home8.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Westcreek is $560,800, 99% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$560,800
99% above US avg
Median List Price$679,999

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$679,999
$/Sq Ft$336
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio98.7%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

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-Occupied66.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,029
13% below US avg
Effective Rate0.54%
In Westcreek, 23.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.2% report depression. 13.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.4%
27% below US avg
Diabetes6.2%
Heart Disease3.8%
High Blood Pressure22.6%
Asthma10.4%
COPD4.3%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity13.6%
Depression21.2%
Mental Distress14.9%
Physical Distress9.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate65.0%
Premature Death7,198/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access52.1%
Healthcare Facilities23

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Westcreek has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average47.2°F
13% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.8 inches
58% below US avg
Snowfall59.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation7,509 ft (2,289 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.2 km²)
Population Density194/sq mi
Coordinates39.1489°N, 105.1623°W
County FIPS08093
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 25.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.5-point margin. 97.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.7%
D 40.2%

Winner: Republican by 16.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.9%
23% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.90
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density194/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities23
Restaurants53
Retail Stores55

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute54.5 min
Work from Home8.2%

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