Wiggins, CO
Full City Profile · Colorado · Weld County County
Wiggins, CO
At a Glance
How Wiggins Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Wiggins's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Wiggins a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Wiggins residents earn a median household income of $89,948 , which is 20% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,015. The unemployment rate stands at 2.1% (42% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 9,567 business establishments, including 544 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Wiggins is $322,900 , 15% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $424,212. Median rent is $1,392/month, with 18.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 103.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1997.
Safety & Crime
Wiggins reports 394 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 4% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 225/100K.
Education
21.8% of adults in Wiggins hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below the national average). 96.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Wiggins has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 14.3 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 54.