Colorado Springs

Colorado Springs, Colorado Overview

Colorado Springs faces challenges across several categories, earning a C grade (48.9/100) and ranking #18 of 20 cities in Colorado. Even so, the city scores 65/100 in Health — a relative bright spot compared to its Education score of 27/100.

Income & Employment in Colorado Springs

The median household income in Colorado Springs is $83,215, 9% below the statewide median of $91,340. The local unemployment rate of 4.1% is higher than the state’s 3.8%. Population grew 0.5% recently.

Safety in Colorado Springs

With a violent crime rate of 696.8 per 100,000, Colorado Springs exceeds the Colorado average of 413. Safety is a factor prospective residents should weigh carefully. The property crime rate is 3733.8 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Colorado Springs

Colorado Springs has a cost of living index of 97.4 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly below the national benchmark. The median home value is $420,700. Median monthly rent is $1,562. Renters spend 22.5% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline. The price-to-income ratio of 5.1x suggests home buyers face a stretched market.

Health & Wellness in Colorado Springs

The adult obesity rate in Colorado Springs is 28.4% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 9%. Residents report an average of 18 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Colorado ranks #17 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Colorado Springs

The high school graduation rate in Colorado Springs is 58.5%, below the national average and a challenge for the community. The student-teacher ratio is 16.2:1. Per-pupil spending is $13,308. The city has 168 public schools serving 87,450 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Colorado Springs

The annual average temperature in Colorado Springs is 48.3°F. Summers average 67.6°F. Winters average 29.1°F. Annual precipitation is 19.6 inches.

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