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Black Hawk, Colorado

city · Gilpin County

At a glance

106
Population
$496,200
Median home value (all homes)
64% above U.S. median
$547,743
Typical market value
Zillow, county-wide, 2026-07
$116,806
Median household income
49% above U.S. median
26.2 min
Average commute
100%
Homes with broadband
51.09%
Locations with fiber available
0%
Unemployment

Cost of living (Clay Affordability Index)

CAI 123 — 23% above the national average. how it's computed

Housing81% above
Goods & services0% above
Utilities17% above
Taxes22% below
Insurance16% above
Commute cost8% below
For business: Colorado is CBII band 2/5 · time to build band 1/5. See state page for the breakdown.

Living here

Nearest 4-year college15 mi
Nearest community college18 mi
Nearest technical college18 mi
High school graduates100%
College graduates49%

Doing business here

Economic development contacts, most local first:

state Colorado Economic Development
The Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade promotes economic growth and long-term job creation by supporting small businesses and encouraging business expansion across Colorado, and champions industries like the creative industries, outdoor recreation, and tourism.
State sales taxYes
State income taxYes
Right-to-work stateNo

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