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Empire, Colorado

town · Clear Creek County

At a glance

672
Population
$356,500
Median home value (all homes)
18% above U.S. median
$363,147
Typical market value
Zillow, 2026-07
$1,614/mo
Median rent
20% above U.S. median
$66,797
Median household income
15% below U.S. median
24.9 min
Average commute
87.8%
Homes with broadband
0%
Locations with fiber available
6%
Unemployment

Cost of living (Clay Affordability Index)

CAI 109 — 9% above the national average. how it's computed

Housing35% above
Goods & services0% above
Utilities1% below
Taxes22% below
Insurance16% above
Commute cost12% 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 college24 mi
Nearest community college28 mi
Nearest technical college28 mi
High school graduates84%
College graduates19.4%

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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