Woodland Park, CO

Colorado · Metropolitan Area

Woodland Park is a small city in Colorado with a population of 7,909. Residents earn $96,896 per year, which is 29% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
7,909 Population 1,197/sq mi density
$96,896 Median Income $48,030 per capita
$489,400 Home Value $525,395 Zillow
$1,971 Median Rent
39°F Avg Temperature
280 Violent Crime/100K 2,115 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$96,896 median income, 2.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$489,400 home value, $1,971/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
280 violent crimes/100K (26% below avg)
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
41.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $96,896
29% higher than US avg
Home Value $489,400
74% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 280/100K
26% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 41.7%
24% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,971
69% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 22.9%
29% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.2%
82% lower than US avg

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

People

Population7,909
Median Age40.5 yrs
Density1,197/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

A+
Median Income$96,896
Per Capita$48,030
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty2.2%
County GDP$1,305M
Commute28 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$489,400
Rent$1,971
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$525,395

Crime

F
Violent280/100K
Property2,115/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault266/100K
Burglary168/100K

Health

Obesity22.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.0%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp39°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain20.0 in/yr
Elevation8,497 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+41.7%
High School+97.4%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%
Commute28 min
EV Stations3
Libraries4

Is Woodland Park a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Woodland Park receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Woodland Park offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Woodland Park is $96,896, 29% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Woodland Park is $489,400, making it a premium housing market at 74% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,971 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.1x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Woodland Park is below the national average at 280 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,115 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 41.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Woodland Park has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Woodland Park has a population of 7,909 with a density of 1,197 people per square mile. The median age is 40.5 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.7%), with 1.2% Hispanic, 2.1% Black.

Population

7,909
Total Population
1,197
People / sq mi
40.5yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
6.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.4%
Female 47.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Woodland Park vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.7%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.3%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Woodland Park vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Woodland Park is $96,896, which is 29% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Woodland Park vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$96,896
29% above US avg
Per Capita Income$48,030
Avg Weekly Wage$1,038
IRS Avg AGI$83,055

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.2%
82% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,053
County GDP$1,305M

Business (County)

Restaurants78
Healthcare68
Retail88
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,869
18% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.59%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.5 min
Work from Home18.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Woodland Park is $489,400, 74% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,971 (69% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $525,395.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$489,400
74% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$525,395
Median List Price$565,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$565,000
$/Sq Ft$0
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops10.2%
Inventory59

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,971
69% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,874

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-Occupied76.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,869
18% below US avg
Effective Rate0.59%
In Woodland Park, 22.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.0% report depression. 14.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Woodland Park vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity22.9%
29% below US avg
Diabetes6.8%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure24.6%
Asthma11.2%
COPD4.7%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity14.7%
Depression24.0%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress10.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.8%
Checkup Rate70.1%
Premature Death8,621/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access83.1%
Healthcare Facilities68
Woodland Park has a violent crime rate of 280 per 100,000 residents, 26% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,115 per 100,000 (8% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent280.1/100K
26% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape14.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault266.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,114.6/100K
8% above US avg
Burglary168.0/100K
Theft1,792.5/100K
Vehicle Theft154.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Woodland Park has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average39.1°F
28% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.0 inches
47% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation8,497 ft (2,590 m)
Area6.6 sq mi (17.1 km²)
Population Density1,197/sq mi
Coordinates38.9982°N, 105.0590°W
County FIPS08119
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 41.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (24% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.5%
D 31%

Winner: Republican by 35.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+41.7%
24% above US avg
High School+97.4%
School Test Score5.90
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,197/sq mi
Total Area6.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities68
Restaurants78
Retail Stores88

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.5 min
Work from Home18.3%

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