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Idaho Springs, Colorado

city · Clear Creek County

At a glance

1,986
Population
$446,500
Median home value (all homes)
47% above U.S. median
$491,749
Typical market value
Zillow, 2026-07
$1,548/mo
Median rent
15% above U.S. median
$89,436
Median household income
14% above U.S. median
26.9 min
Average commute
87.1%
Homes with broadband
48.46%
Locations with fiber available
3.5%
Unemployment

Cost of living (Clay Affordability Index)

CAI 118 — 18% above the national average. how it's computed

Housing65% above
Goods & services0% above
Utilities17% above
Taxes22% below
Insurance16% above
Commute cost5% 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 college22 mi
Nearest technical college19 mi
High school graduates93.9%
College graduates49.3%

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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