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Crowley County

Colorado · CO

#25 in Colorado
73.2
County Score

County Report Card

About Crowley County, Colorado

Crowley Exceeds National Livability Baseline

Crowley County's composite score of 75.1 outperforms the national median of 50.0 by 50%, positioning it solidly among America's better-performing counties. Strong affordability and favorable taxes drive the score, though limited income data and missing service metrics temper the full picture.

Above-Average Colorado County Performance

At 75.1, Crowley ranks above Colorado's state average of 71.8, placing it in the upper half of the state's 64 counties. The county appeals to budget-conscious families seeking value in the plains-based portion of Colorado.

Strong Affordability and Competitive Taxes

Crowley County offers a cost score of 80.3 with a median home value of just $106,700 and rent at $976/month—exceptionally budget-friendly. A tax score of 88.4 and effective rate of 0.492% provide additional savings for residents prioritizing affordability.

Low Incomes and Incomplete Livability Picture

The income score of 14.4 reflects a median household income of $47,563, creating challenges for working families with typical expenses. Missing data on safety, health, schools, and environmental factors prevents full assessment of quality-of-life dimensions.

Best for Budget-Conscious Plains-Country Residents

Crowley County suits families and retirees who value rural plains living and rock-bottom housing costs over mountain scenery or robust local services. This is ideal for agricultural workers, retirees on fixed income, and those with remote or commuting income sources.

Score breakdown

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Tax88.4Cost80.3SafetyComing SoonHealth60.3SchoolsComing SoonIncome14.4Risk96.2WaterComing Soon
🏛88.4
Property Tax
Effective property tax rate vs national benchmarks
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🏠80.3
Cost of Living
Median rent, home values, and housing affordability
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💼14.4
Income & Jobs
Median household income and per capita earnings
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Safety
Violent and property crime rates per 100K residents
❤60.3
Health
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Schools
Graduation rates, per-pupil spending, and attainment
⚡96.2
Disaster Risk
FEMA National Risk Index — flood, fire, tornado, and more
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Water Quality
EPA drinking water health violations and safety grades

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Deep Dives

Crowley County across the ByCounty Network

Detailed analysis from 5 data dimensions — each powered by a dedicated ByCounty site.

Property Tax in Crowley County

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Crowley taxes rank among nation's highest

Crowley County's effective rate of 0.492% ranks well above the national median of 0.370%, placing it roughly in the 75th percentile. On a $106,700 median home, residents pay $525 annually—far below the national median property tax of $2,690.

Colorado's highest tax rate county

At 0.492%, Crowley County carries Colorado's highest effective property tax rate, significantly exceeding the state average of 0.393%. The county's median tax of $525 remains well below the state average of $1,560, reflecting very modest home values.

Eastern plains leader in rates

Crowley's 0.492% rate is substantially higher than neighboring Cheyenne County (0.461%) and surpasses all other Colorado rural counties. This eastern plains county imposes the state's steepest effective property tax burden.

Median home costs $525 yearly

On Crowley's $106,700 median home, annual property taxes run approximately $525. Mortgage holders pay $562, while those without mortgages pay $467.

Appeal your assessment

Many Colorado property owners are overassessed relative to market value and can appeal their valuations to save hundreds annually. If you believe your home is assessed too high, your county assessor's office can walk you through the process.

Full property tax analysis on TaxByCounty

Cost of Living in Crowley County

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Crowley faces above-average affordability stress

Crowley County's rent-to-income ratio of 24.6% exceeds the national average, meaning renters dedicate nearly one-quarter of earnings to rent. Combined with a below-average median income of $47,563, this eastern county faces real affordability pressure.

Above state average, high affordability stress

Crowley's 24.6% rent-to-income ratio ranks well above Colorado's state average of 20.2%, placing it among the state's least affordable counties. The median rent of $976 exceeds Colorado's median by $223, straining household budgets.

Pricier than Cheyenne, costlier than Conejos

Crowley's $976 median rent falls between Cheyenne ($862) and Chaffee ($1,514), but its lower income makes the burden more severe. Rent consumes 24.6% of income here versus just 15.3% in Cheyenne, despite only $114 more monthly rent.

Nearly one-quarter goes to rent

On a median household income of $47,563, Crowley renters spend $976 monthly—24.6% of earnings—competing with Chaffee County for the highest burden ratios. Homeowners spend 17.3% of income on ownership costs, making home-buying more attractive than renting.

Crowley offers lowest home values trade-off

This county's $106,700 median home values are among Colorado's lowest, making ownership the best path for relocators with modest down payments. However, rental affordability remains challenged, favoring those ready to buy.

Full cost of living analysis on CostByCounty

Income & Jobs in Crowley County

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Crowley's income gap mirrors rural struggle

Crowley County's median household income of $47,563 falls $27,192 short of the national median of $74,755, representing a 36% deficit. This income shortfall typifies agriculture-dependent counties across the southern Great Plains.

Bottom tier in Colorado income rankings

Crowley County's $47,563 median household income ranks among the lowest in Colorado, trailing the state average of $74,792 by $27,229. The county's economy remains tightly tethered to farming, ranching, and limited manufacturing.

Crowley edges Conejos in struggling south

Crowley's $47,563 slightly surpasses Conejos ($47,209) but both lag significantly behind the state average, reflecting shared economic challenges across southern Colorado plains. Costilla County's $36,519 income reveals deepening poverty as you move south and west.

Low housing costs provide Crowley's silver lining

Crowley's 24.6% rent-to-income ratio and median home value of $106,700 represent rare affordability advantages for this low-income county. Housing accessibility allows families to preserve more of their $47,563 income for other essentials.

Crowley families should maximize modest savings capacity

With median household income at $47,563 and affordable housing, Crowley residents can dedicate modest amounts to emergency funds and employer retirement plans. Long-term discipline in these savings vehicles, even $50–100 monthly, builds meaningful security over decades.

Full income & jobs analysis on IncomeByCounty

Health in Crowley County

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Crowley's life expectancy lags nation

At 70.1 years, Crowley County residents live 8.2 years less than the U.S. average of 78.3 years. With 23.9% reporting poor or fair health—more than double the national rate—the county faces some of America's steepest health barriers.

Second-lowest in Colorado

Crowley County's 70.1-year life expectancy is nearly 8 years below Colorado's 78.2-year average, ranking second-lowest in the state. The 23.9% poor/fair health rate places it among Colorado's most-stressed counties.

Rural southeast health crisis

Crowley (70.1 years) sits between Costilla County (69.9 years) and Conejos County (72.7 years) in a band of rural counties with severe health challenges. Limited provider data compounds uncertainty, making it unclear if residents can access available care even when insured.

Good uninsured rate, poor visibility

Crowley's 8.9% uninsured rate is slightly better than Colorado's 9.7%, yet provider data remains unavailable—obscuring whether residents can actually reach care. Rural workforce shortages and population decline likely explain both the coverage paradox and the provider data gap.

Start with insurance coverage

Crowley's low uninsured rate shows residents understand coverage's value—you can too. Explore Colorado's health marketplace to ensure you have protection.

Full health analysis on HealthByCounty

Disaster Risk in Crowley County

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Crowley County sits among America's safest

With a composite risk score of just 3.88, Crowley ranks in the very low category, making it one of the safest counties in the nation. The eastern Colorado plains experience minimal natural disaster exposure.

Colorado's lowest-risk county tier

Crowley's 3.88 score sits far below Colorado's 40.67 state average, placing it among the state's safest counties. Residents face dramatically lower natural hazard exposure than most Coloradans.

Safest on the plains corridor

Crowley (3.88) is comparable to nearby Cheyenne County (3.02) and slightly safer than Custer County (3.91). All three represent Colorado's low-risk eastern and mountain fringe.

Wildfire is the only material hazard

Crowley's wildfire risk of 62.66 is modest and its only noteworthy exposure; flood risk is negligible at 6.42. Tornado and earthquake risks remain minimal, both under 22.

Standard insurance covers your needs well

Your very low risk profile means standard homeowners coverage addresses most exposures effectively. A routine annual policy review and basic home maintenance will keep you well-protected.

Full disaster risk analysis on RiskByCounty

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