Town in Mitchell County

Living in Colorado City, TX

B-

282nd of 745Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people
Overall score 62 of 100

We give Colorado City a B-. It ranks 282nd of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on cost of living and errands and things to do, and trails on education levels and health. It is a strong pick for retirees, remote workers and people on a budget.

  • Good for retirees
  • Good for remote workers
  • Good for people on a budget
  • Affordable
  • Short commutes
  • Jobs and income scores low (15 of 100)
  • Education levels scores low (9 of 100)
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Where Colorado City is in Texas.
Population
3,884-2.6% since 2020
Median rent
No data
Median home value
$69,50076% lower than Texas
Household income
$53,448Median
Average commute
19 minOne way
Violent crime
103Per 100k, 2025

What it's like to live in Colorado City

Colorado City is a town in Mitchell County. 3,884 people lived here in 2025, down 2.6% from 2020. It is spread out, with an older housing stock (the median home dates to 1955).

Local spots people know include Ruddick Park, Paredes Park and Kiwanis Park.

The median age is 34.8, 24% of households have children, 75% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $53,448 a year (32% lower than the Texas median).

Pros of living in Colorado City

  • Low violent crime. 103 violent crimes per 100,000 people in 2025, 73% lower than the Texas rate.
  • Homes are affordable for local incomes. The median home costs 1.3 times the median household income, against 3.6 times across Texas.
  • Short commutes. The average trip to work takes 19 minutes, against 27 across Texas.
  • Plenty close to home. 3 grocery stores, 26 restaurants and 6 parks are mapped in town.

Cons of living in Colorado City

  • Higher unemployment. 9.3% of the labor force is out of work, against 5.3% statewide.
  • Natural hazard risk. FEMA rates the risk of river flooding, tornadoes and heat waves as very high here.
  • Long, hot summers. Expect about 112 days a year at 90°F or hotter.

Who Colorado City suits

  • FamiliesA reasonable fit: violent crime is 73% lower than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 68% for families.
  • Young professionalsA reasonable fit: household income is 32% lower than the Texas median, with 26 restaurants and 1 cafe in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 71% for young professionals.
  • RetireesA reasonable fit: 24% of working-age adults are uninsured and violent crime is 73% lower than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 82% for retirees.
  • Remote workersA reasonable fit: 88% of homes have broadband. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 83% for remote workers.
  • People on a budgetA reasonable fit. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 81% for people on a budget.

Colorado City report card

Ten grades, one for each part of daily life we measure. Most compare Colorado City with other US towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. Schools, safety and errands compare it with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.

  • Cost of living: grade A

    Homes cost 1.3x income.

    89 of 100 vs US towns

  • Jobs and income: grade D-

    Median household income $53,448, 9.3% unemployed.

    15 of 100 vs US towns

  • Schools: grade C+

    2 rated campuses, 50% rated A or B.

    51 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Safety: grade B-

    103 violent crimes per 100k, 847 property crimes per 100k.

    56 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Errands and things to do: grade A

    3 grocery stores, 26 restaurants, 6 parks mapped in town.

    88 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Getting around: grade C

    Average commute 19 min, 2.4% work from home.

    43 of 100 vs US towns

  • Education levels: grade D-

    13% have a bachelor’s degree.

    9 of 100 vs US towns

  • Health: grade D-

    24% of adults uninsured.

    10 of 100 vs US towns

  • Home ownership: grade D+

    75% of homes owner-occupied.

    26 of 100 vs US towns

  • Internet access: grade C-

    88% of homes have broadband.

    38 of 100 vs US towns

Where Colorado City stands out compared with Texas

Better than Texas

  • Home value to income: 1.3x64% lower than Texas (3.6x)
  • Homes owned by the people living in them: 75%12 points higher than Texas (63%)
  • Average commute: 19 min28% lower than Texas (27 min)

Worse than Texas

  • Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 13%21 points lower than Texas (34%)
  • Median household income: $53,44832% lower than Texas ($78,476)
  • Vacant homes: 21%12 points higher than Texas (9.4%)

Cost of living in Colorado City

HUD sets fair market rents for this area at $855 for a one-bedroom, $1,118 for a two-bedroom and $1,445 for a three-bedroom (fiscal year 2027). These figures include utilities and describe a modest unit, so newer apartments often ask for more.

The median home is worth $69,500, 76% lower than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $380 before tax, or $472 with property tax.

Texas has no state income tax, but it leans on property taxes instead, though they are lighter here than in much of the state. The median homeowner in Colorado City pays $1,100 a year, 74% lower than the Texas median of $4,232. Budget for it, along with homeowners insurance, which our numbers do not include.

Typical rent by apartment size

Fair market rent by bedroom count in Colorado CityStudio$8501 bedroom$8552 bedrooms$1,1183 bedrooms$1,4454 bedrooms$1,610
HUD fair market rent for FY2027, Mitchell County, TX. This is what a typical, modest unit rents for, including utilities.
MeasureHereTexasUS
Median home value76% lower than Texas$69,500$283,800$332,700
Home value to income64% lower than Texas1.3x3.6x4.1x
Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent8 points lower than Texas43%52%51%
Median property tax per year74% lower than Texas$1,100$4,232$3,119
Homes owned by the people living in them12 points higher than Texas75%63%65%
Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas195519921980

Monthly cost to buy a median home

$472
Mortgage payment
$380
Property tax
$92

Based on a $69,500 home in Colorado City, 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28% (Freddie Mac average, week of 2026-10-01). Property tax is the median paid locally, or the county median where the local figure is not published. Insurance and fees are not included.

Is Colorado City safe?

In 2025, Colorado City Police Department reported 4 violent crimes and 33 property crimes. That works out to 103 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 73% lower than the Texas rate of 387, and 847 property crimes per 100,000, 59% lower than the state rate.

Crime rates describe the whole area a police department covers. Some streets are much quieter than the average and some are busier, so look at the neighborhood grades and visit at different times of day.

Violent crimes per 100,000 people in Colorado City by yearTexas10320212022202320242025

Violent crimes per 100,000 people by year. The dashed line is the Texas rate for 2025.

Violent crime
103
per 100k, Texas 387
Property crime
847
per 100k, Texas 2,086
Property crimes per 100,000 people in Colorado City by yearTexas84720212022202320242025

Property crimes per 100,000 people by year.

Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer, Colorado City Police Department, 2025. Rates count reported crimes only and cover the area this police department serves.

Schools in Colorado City

Colorado City has 2 public school campuses with a 2025 state rating inside the city, and 50% of them earn an A or B. Most students here are served by Colorado ISD.

Texas districts usually assign students by attendance zone rather than the closest campus, so check the zone for a specific address with the district before you sign a lease or buy.

Schools grade
51
of 100 vs Texas towns
Average rating
81
Texas median 81

Ratings are the 2025 Texas Education Agency A to F accountability ratings. Always check which school serves a specific address with the district.

Top-rated schools

  • BColorado High SchoolHigh, Colorado ISD85 of 100
  • CColorado El and MiddleOther, Colorado ISD76 of 100

Daily life in Colorado City

Everyday places mapped inside Colorado City, from Overture Maps. Well-known spots include Ruddick Park, Paredes Park, Kiwanis Park.

The average one-way commute is 19 minutes, 28% shorter than the Texas average. 2% of workers work from home. Fewer than 3% walk, bike or take transit to work, so plan on driving for almost everything.

The median household income is $53,448, income per person is $26,113, unemployment is 9.3% and 13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.

Grocery stores
3
Pharmacies
2
Restaurants
26
Cafes
1
Bars
0
Parks
6
Gyms
3
Hospitals and urgent care
3
Childcare
0
Libraries
1

Jobs, income and education

MeasureHereTexasUS
Median household income32% lower than Texas$53,448$78,476$80,734
Income per person36% lower than Texas$26,113$40,752$44,673
Unemployment rate4 points higher than Texas9.3%5.3%5.2%
People below the poverty line3 points higher than Texas17%14%12%
Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher21 points lower than Texas13%34%36%
Adults with a high school diploma or higher7 points lower than Texas79%86%90%
Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance4 points higher than Texas24%20%11%
Homes with broadband internet3 points lower than Texas88%91%91%

Getting to work

MeasureHereTexasUS
Average commute28% lower than Texas19 min27 min26 min
Workers who work from home12 points lower than Texas2.4%14%15%
Workers who work from home2.4%
Workers who take transit0%
Workers who walk0%
Workers who bike0%

Who lives in Colorado City

Under 1825%
18 to 3425%
35 to 6432%
65 and over18%

Median age 34.8 years. 24% of households have children.

Race and ethnicity
White46%
Hispanic or Latino42%
Black7.0%
Asian2.0%
Other or more than one race3.1%

Shown for information only. It is never part of any grade.

Weather in Colorado City

Colorado City has a hot Texas climate. July highs average 97°F and January lows about 28°F. There are about 112 days a year at 90°F or above, and about 22 inches of rain a year.

Average monthly high and low temperatures in Colorado City20°40°60°80°100°58J62F70M80A87M93J97J96A88S79O67N59DRain

Average daily high and low by month, °F, with rain below. NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals from Colorado City, 1 mi away. Orange months average 90°F or more.

Natural hazard risk

FEMA's National Risk Index says river flooding risk is very high, hurricane risk is moderate, tornado risk is very high and hail risk is very high. Before you buy, look up the FEMA flood zone for the exact address and get a flood insurance quote, since standard home policies do not cover floods.

  • River floodingVery high
  • HurricanesModerate
  • TornadoesVery high
  • HailVery high
  • Heat wavesVery high
  • WildfiresVery high
  • Winter stormsVery high
  • Strong windVery high

Source: FEMA National Risk Index, December 2025, Census tract level averaged for the city. Check the FEMA flood map for any address before you buy.

Places near Colorado City

Nearby, Roscoe gets a C+, Snyder gets a C+ and Sweetwater gets a D+. Each is graded against Texas places of its own size, so a small town and a big city can both earn an A.

  1. C+RoscoeTown, 1,425 people19 mi
  2. C+SnyderSmall city, 11,241 people22 mi
  3. D+SweetwaterSmall city, 10,385 people27 mi
  4. D-Big SpringSmall city, 23,975 people38 mi
  5. CRotanTown, 1,204 people39 mi
  6. B+Sterling CityTown, 1,256 people40 mi

Living in Colorado City: common questions

Is Colorado City, TX a good place to live?

We give Colorado City a B-. It ranks 282nd of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on cost of living and errands and things to do, and trails on education levels and health. It is a strong pick for retirees, remote workers and people on a budget.

How much does it cost to live in Colorado City?

The median home is worth $69,500, 76% lower than the Texas median. A median home costs 1.3x the median household income, compared with 3.6x across Texas. With 20% down at a 7.28% rate, the monthly payment on a median home is about $472, including property tax.

Is Colorado City safe?

In 2025, Colorado City Police Department reported 103 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 73% lower than the Texas rate. Property crime was 847 per 100,000, 59% lower than the Texas rate.

Are the schools good in Colorado City?

We found 2 rated public school campuses inside Colorado City. 50% are rated A or B by the Texas Education Agency. Its schools score is 51 of 100 compared with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.

Does Colorado City flood?

FEMA rates river flooding risk in Colorado City as very high, and coastal flooding as not rated. Hazards rated high or very high here: river flooding, tornadoes, heat waves, hail, wildfires, winter storms and strong wind. Always check the flood map for a specific address before you buy.

What is the weather like in Colorado City?

Summers in Colorado City peak at about 97°F in July, and January nights fall to about 28°F. Expect around 112 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 22 inches of rain.

How long is the commute in Colorado City?

The average one-way commute is 19 min, 28% lower than the Texas average. About 2.4% of workers work from home.

Sources: US Census Bureau 2020-2024 ACS 5-year and 2025 population estimates, CDC PLACES 2025, Texas Education Agency 2025 ratings, FBI Crime Data Explorer, FEMA National Risk Index, NOAA climate normals, HUD fair market rents, Overture Maps. Updated 2026-10-04. How we grade.