Cripple Creek, CO

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Cripple Creek Overview

1,093
TOTAL POPULATION
571
MALE POPULATION
522
FEMALE POPULATION
109.39
MALES / 100 FEMALES
91.42
FEMALES / 100 MALES
50.3
MEDIAN AGE
2.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
1.9
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$25,620
PER CAPITA INCOME
$45,250
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$36,783
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
2.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
97.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.44
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
379
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
40.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
8.4%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Cripple Creek Zip Codes

Cripple Creek Area Codes

Race in Cripple Creek

The most populous races in Cripple Creek are White / Caucasian (968 | 88.6%), Hispanic or Latino (114 | 10.4%), and Two or more Races (100 | 9.1%).
Race in Cripple Creek
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American252.3%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino11410.4%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian96888.6%
Two or more Races1009.1%
Some other Race00.0%
Total1,093100.0%

Ancestry in Cripple Creek

The most populous ancestries reported in Cripple Creek are German (230 | 21.0%), Irish (123 | 11.3%), Mexican (67 | 6.1%), English (55 | 5.0%), and Scottish (52 | 4.8%), together accounting for 48.2% of all Cripple Creek residents.
Ancestry in Cripple Creek
Ancestry# Population% Population
American232.1%
British90.8%
Czech222.0%
Danish111.0%
Dutch282.6%
English555.0%
French312.8%
French Canadian121.1%
German23021.0%
Irish12311.3%
Italian100.9%
Lithuanian100.9%
Mexican676.1%
Northern European131.2%
Norwegian70.6%
Polish141.3%
Potawatomi222.0%
Scotch-Irish50.5%
Scottish524.8%
Spaniard343.1%
Subsaharan African60.5%
Swedish353.2%
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Immigrants in Cripple Creek

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Cripple Creek came from Europe (13 | 1.2%), Germany (13 | 1.2%), and Western Europe (13 | 1.2%), together accounting for 3.6% of all Cripple Creek residents.
Immigrants in Cripple Creek
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Europe131.2%
Germany131.2%
Western Europe131.2%
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Sex and Age in Cripple Creek

Sex and Age in Cripple Creek

The most populous age groups in Cripple Creek are 70 to 74 Years (113 | 19.8%) for men and 70 to 74 Years (76 | 14.6%) for women.
Sex and Age in Cripple Creek
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years59 (10.3%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Years25 (4.4%)50 (9.6%)
10 to 14 Years9 (1.6%)22 (4.2%)
15 to 19 Years23 (4.0%)33 (6.3%)
20 to 24 Years6 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years9 (1.6%)49 (9.4%)
30 to 34 Years14 (2.5%)24 (4.6%)
35 to 39 Years39 (6.8%)28 (5.4%)
40 to 44 Years48 (8.4%)61 (11.7%)
45 to 49 Years36 (6.3%)8 (1.5%)
50 to 54 Years10 (1.8%)40 (7.7%)
55 to 59 Years37 (6.5%)27 (5.2%)
60 to 64 Years66 (11.6%)15 (2.9%)
65 to 69 Years51 (8.9%)41 (7.9%)
70 to 74 Years113 (19.8%)76 (14.6%)
75 to 79 Years0 (0.0%)21 (4.0%)
80 to 84 Years19 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
85 Years and over7 (1.2%)27 (5.2%)
Total571 (100.0%)522 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Cripple Creek

Median Family Size in Cripple Creek

The median family size in Cripple Creek is 2.77 persons per family, with single female/mother families (39 | 16.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (26 | 11.2%) represent the smallest median family size with 1.81 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Cripple Creek
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple168 (72.1%)2.87
Single Male/Father26 (11.2%)1.81
Single Female/Mother39 (16.7%)3.00
Total Families233 (100.0%)2.77

Median Household Size in Cripple Creek

The median household size in Cripple Creek is 1.90 persons per household, with single female/mother households (39 | 7.2%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3 persons per household. non-family households (312 | 57.3%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.22 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Cripple Creek
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple168 (30.8%)2.87
Single Male/Father26 (4.8%)2.23
Single Female/Mother39 (7.2%)3.00
Non-family312 (57.3%)1.22
Total Households545 (100.0%)1.90

Household Size by Marriage Status in Cripple Creek

Out of a total of 545 households in Cripple Creek, 233 (42.7%) are family households, while 312 (57.3%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 135, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 232.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Cripple Creek
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-232 (42.6%)
2-Person Households135 (24.8%)80 (14.7%)
3-Person Households49 (9.0%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households18 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households15 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households16 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total233 (42.7%)312 (57.3%)

Female Fertility in Cripple Creek

Fertility by Age in Cripple Creek

Average fertility rate in Cripple Creek is 48.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 137.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Cripple Creek
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years10 (100.0%)137.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total10 (100.0%)48.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Cripple Creek

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Cripple Creek
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)

Fertility by Education in Cripple Creek

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Cripple Creek
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree10 (100.0%)185.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total10 (100.0%)48.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Cripple Creek

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Cripple Creek
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)

Income in Cripple Creek

Income Overview in Cripple Creek

Per Capita Income in Cripple Creek is $25,620, while median incomes of families and households are $45,250 and $36,783 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,093$25,620
Median Family Income233$45,250
Mean Family Income233$56,956
Median Household Income545$36,783
Mean Household Income545$51,234
Income Deficit233$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,0932.91%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,09397.09¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,0930.44

Earnings by Sex in Cripple Creek

Average Earnings in Cripple Creek are $32,793, $31,875 for men and $32,832 for women, a difference of 2.9%.
Earnings by Sex in Cripple Creek
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male148 (36.9%)$31,875
Female253 (63.1%)$32,832
Total401 (100.0%)$32,793

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Cripple Creek

The most common earnings brackets in Cripple Creek are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (31 | 20.9%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (64 | 25.3%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Cripple Creek
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less10 (6.8%)22 (8.7%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,49928 (18.9%)41 (16.2%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,49923 (15.5%)0 (0.0%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)27 (10.7%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)7 (2.8%)
$25,000 to $29,99910 (6.8%)21 (8.3%)
$30,000 to $34,9994 (2.7%)64 (25.3%)
$35,000 to $39,9999 (6.1%)32 (12.7%)
$40,000 to $44,99911 (7.4%)0 (0.0%)
$45,000 to $49,99917 (11.5%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,9995 (3.4%)25 (9.9%)
$65,000 to $74,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99931 (20.9%)6 (2.4%)
$100,000+0 (0.0%)8 (3.2%)
Total148 (100.0%)253 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Cripple Creek

Average earnings in Cripple Creek are $31,875 for men and $33,262 for women, a difference of 4.2%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $41,023, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $41,023. Women with an educational attainment of high school diploma earn the most with the average annual earnings of $33,254, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $26,250.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Cripple Creek
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma--
College or Associate's Degree$41,023$26,250
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$31,875$33,262

Family Income in Cripple Creek

Family Income Brackets in Cripple Creek

According to the Cripple Creek family income data, there are 86 families falling into the $35,000 to $49,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 36.9% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Cripple Creek
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,9993113.3%
$15,000 to $24,999208.6%
$25,000 to $34,999208.6%
$35,000 to $49,9998636.9%
$50,000 to $74,9993012.9%
$75,000 to $99,9992711.6%
$100,000 to $149,99993.9%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+104.3%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Cripple Creek

2-person families (152 | 65.2%) account for the highest median family income in Cripple Creek with $47,167 per family, while 2-person families (152 | 65.2%) have the highest median income of $23,584 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Cripple Creek
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families152 (65.2%)$47,167
3-Person Families32 (13.7%)$0
4-Person Families18 (7.7%)$0
5-Person Families15 (6.4%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families16 (6.9%)$0
Total233 (100.0%)$45,250

Family Income by Number of Earners in Cripple Creek

Family Income by Number of Earners in Cripple Creek
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners72 (30.9%)$45,500
1 Earner123 (52.8%)$55,288
2 Earners23 (9.9%)$0
3+ Earners15 (6.4%)$0
Total233 (100.0%)$45,250

Household Income in Cripple Creek

Household Income Brackets in Cripple Creek

With 185 households falling in the category, the $35,000 to $49,999 income range is the most frequent in Cripple Creek, accounting for 33.9% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Cripple Creek
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,9997613.9%
$15,000 to $24,9999317.1%
$25,000 to $34,9996011.0%
$35,000 to $49,99918533.9%
$50,000 to $74,9995810.6%
$75,000 to $99,999101.8%
$100,000 to $149,999407.3%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+234.2%

Household Income by Householder Age in Cripple Creek

The median household income in Cripple Creek is $36,783, with the highest median household income of $45,323 found in the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 213 households (39.1%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Cripple Creek
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years175 (32.1%)$36,906
45 to 64 Years157 (28.8%)$21,493
65+ Years213 (39.1%)$45,323
Total545 (100.0%)$36,783

Poverty in Cripple Creek

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Cripple Creek

With 24.7% poverty level for males and 26.5% for females among the residents of Cripple Creek, 18 to 24 year old males and 6 to 11 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 11 males (64.7%) and 38 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Cripple Creek
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years33 (55.9%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years14 (56.0%)38 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)22 (66.7%)
18 to 24 Years11 (64.7%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)14 (19.2%)
35 to 44 Years28 (32.2%)33 (37.1%)
45 to 54 Years13 (28.3%)4 (8.3%)
55 to 64 Years35 (37.6%)9 (21.4%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)11 (52.4%)
Total134 (24.7%)131 (26.5%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Cripple Creek

According to the poverty statistics in Cripple Creek, males aged 12 to 14 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Cripple Creek
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years26 (44.1%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years11 (44.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years9 (100.0%)22 (100.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years12 (100.0%)11 (33.3%)
18 to 24 Years6 (35.3%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years23 (100.0%)59 (80.8%)
35 to 44 Years59 (67.8%)56 (62.9%)
45 to 54 Years33 (71.7%)44 (91.7%)
55 to 64 Years58 (62.4%)33 (78.6%)
65 to 74 Years154 (100.0%)117 (100.0%)
75 Years and over17 (100.0%)10 (47.6%)
Total408 (75.3%)364 (73.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Cripple Creek

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Cripple Creek show that 18.4% or 31 of the total 168 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 100.0%, comprising of 16 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Cripple Creek
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children103 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children34 (69.4%)15 (30.6%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
Total137 (81.6%)31 (18.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Cripple Creek

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Cripple Creek
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Cripple Creek

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Cripple Creek
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children15 (30.6%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total31 (18.4%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Cripple Creek

Employment by Class of Employer in Cripple Creek

Among the 347 employed individuals in Cripple Creek, private company employees (247 | 71.2%), local government employees (42 | 12.1%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (40 | 11.5%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Cripple Creek
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees24771.2%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)00.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)4011.5%
Not-for-profit Organizations185.2%
Local Government Employees4212.1%
State Government Employees00.0%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total347100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Cripple Creek

According to the labor force statistics for Cripple Creek, out of the total population over 16 years of age (928), 40.8% or 379 individuals are in the labor force, with 8.4% or 32 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 100.0% or 58 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 35 to 44 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 19.3% or 28 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Cripple Creek
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years58 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years24 (63.2%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years145 (82.4%)28 (19.3%)
45 to 54 Years58 (61.7%)4 (6.9%)
55 to 59 Years35 (54.7%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years27 (33.3%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years22 (7.8%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over10 (13.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total379 (40.8%)32 (8.4%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Cripple Creek

According to labor force statistics for Cripple Creek, 67.9% of individuals (347) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (511) are in the labor force, with 9.2% or 32 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of less than high school, with 100.0% or 4 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with bachelor's degree or higher education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 34.3% or 12 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Cripple Creek
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma204 (80.0%)25 (9.8%)
College / Associate Degree104 (57.1%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher35 (50.0%)24 (34.3%)
Total347 (67.9%)47 (9.2%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Cripple Creek

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Cripple Creek are Management (86 | 24.8%), Business & Financial (45 | 13.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (17 | 4.9%), Computers & Mathematics (17 | 4.9%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (13 | 3.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Cripple Creek

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Cripple Creek, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Management (16.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), Business & Financial (84.4%), and Management (83.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Cripple Creek
OccupationMaleFemale
Management14 (16.3%)72 (83.7%)
Business & Financial7 (15.6%)38 (84.4%)
Computers, Engineering & Science17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)38 (23.6%)123 (76.4%)
Total (Overall)116 (33.4%)231 (66.6%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Cripple Creek are Personal Care & Service (44 | 12.7%), Cleaning & Maintenance (40 | 11.5%), Healthcare Support (25 | 7.2%), and Food Preparation & Serving (7 | 2.0%).
Services Occupations in Cripple Creek

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Cripple Creek, the most male-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (67.5%), and Healthcare Support (56.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Food Preparation & Serving (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Healthcare Support (44.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Cripple Creek
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support14 (56.0%)11 (44.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance27 (67.5%)13 (32.5%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)44 (100.0%)
Total (Category)41 (35.3%)75 (64.7%)
Total (Overall)116 (33.4%)231 (66.6%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Cripple Creek are Office & Administration (19 | 5.5%), and Sales & Related (10 | 2.9%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Cripple Creek

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Cripple Creek
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)19 (100.0%)
Total (Category)10 (34.5%)19 (65.5%)
Total (Overall)116 (33.4%)231 (66.6%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Cripple Creek are , and Construction & Extraction (17 | 4.9%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Cripple Creek

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Cripple Creek
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)116 (33.4%)231 (66.6%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Cripple Creek are Transportation (16 | 4.6%), and Material Moving (8 | 2.3%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Cripple Creek

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Cripple Creek
OccupationMaleFemale
Production0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation10 (62.5%)6 (37.5%)
Material Moving0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Total (Category)10 (41.7%)14 (58.3%)
Total (Overall)116 (33.4%)231 (66.6%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Cripple Creek

Employment Industries in Cripple Creek

The major employment industries in Cripple Creek include Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (147 | 42.4%), Health Care & Social Assistance (38 | 11.0%), Construction (35 | 10.1%), Manufacturing (25 | 7.2%), and Finance & Insurance (19 | 5.5%).
Employment Industries in Cripple Creek

Employment Industries by Sex in Cripple Creek

The Cripple Creek industries that see more men than women are Retail Trade (100.0%), Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), and Manufacturing (68.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Professional & Scientific (100.0%), and Educational Services (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Cripple Creek
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Construction17 (48.6%)18 (51.4%)
Manufacturing17 (68.0%)8 (32.0%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance10 (52.6%)9 (47.4%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance14 (36.8%)24 (63.2%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation32 (21.8%)115 (78.2%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Public Administration0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
Total116 (33.4%)231 (66.6%)

Education in Cripple Creek

School Enrollment in Cripple Creek

The most common levels of schooling among the 167 students in Cripple Creek are kindergarten (50 | 29.9%), high school (45 | 27.0%), and middle school (31 | 18.6%).
School Enrollment in Cripple Creek
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool00.0%
Kindergarten5029.9%
Elementary School2515.0%
Middle School3118.6%
High School4527.0%
College / Undergraduate42.4%
Graduate / Professional127.2%
Total167100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Cripple Creek

Out of a total of 167 students who are enrolled in schools in Cripple Creek, 16 (9.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 151 (90.4%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 16 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 75 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Cripple Creek
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old75 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds31 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds45 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
Total151 (90.4%)16 (9.6%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Cripple Creek

Business (29 | 20.7%), computers & mathematics (25 | 17.9%), engineering (22 | 15.7%), literature & languages (13 | 9.3%), and social sciences (12 | 8.6%) are the most common fields of study among 140 individuals in Cripple Creek who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Cripple Creek
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics2517.9%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural00.0%
Physical & Health Sciences96.4%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences128.6%
Engineering2215.7%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology75.0%
Business2920.7%
Education42.9%
Literature & Languages139.3%
Liberal Arts & History53.6%
Visual & Performing Arts75.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities75.0%
Total140100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Cripple Creek

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Cripple Creek

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Cripple Creek are males with 2 vehicles (52, accounting for 44.8%) and females with 2 vehicles (60, making up 22.5%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Cripple Creek
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle12 (10.3%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle27 (23.3%)128 (55.4%)
2 Vehicles52 (44.8%)60 (26.0%)
3 Vehicles25 (21.5%)43 (18.6%)
4 Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total116 (100.0%)231 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Cripple Creek

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Cripple Creek are 5 to 9 minutes (159 commuters, 53.2%), less than 5 minutes (44 commuters, 14.7%), and 25 to 29 minutes (25 commuters, 8.4%).
Commute Time in Cripple Creek
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes4414.7%
5 to 9 Minutes15953.2%
10 to 14 Minutes00.0%
15 to 19 Minutes206.7%
20 to 24 Minutes00.0%
25 to 29 Minutes258.4%
30 to 34 Minutes00.0%
35 to 39 Minutes124.0%
40 to 44 Minutes165.3%
45 to 59 Minutes134.3%
60 to 89 Minutes103.3%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Cripple Creek

The most common commute times in Cripple Creek are 5 to 9 minutes (32 commuters, 33.7%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (127 commuters, 62.3%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Cripple Creek
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes15 (15.8%)29 (14.2%)
5 to 9 Minutes32 (33.7%)127 (62.3%)
10 to 14 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes12 (12.6%)8 (3.9%)
20 to 24 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes17 (17.9%)8 (3.9%)
30 to 34 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)12 (5.9%)
40 to 44 Minutes9 (9.5%)7 (3.4%)
45 to 59 Minutes0 (0.0%)13 (6.4%)
60 to 89 Minutes10 (10.5%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Cripple Creek

The most frequent times of departure to work in Cripple Creek are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (38, 40.0%) for males and 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (62, 30.4%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Cripple Creek
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM5 (5.3%)21 (10.3%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM0 (0.0%)13 (6.4%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM31 (32.6%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM9 (9.5%)0 (0.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM38 (40.0%)0 (0.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM0 (0.0%)61 (29.9%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM12 (12.6%)0 (0.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM0 (0.0%)62 (30.4%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)8 (3.9%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM0 (0.0%)7 (3.4%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM0 (0.0%)32 (15.7%)
Total95 (100.0%)204 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Cripple Creek

Occupancy by Ownership in Cripple Creek

Of the total 545 dwellings in Cripple Creek, owner-occupied units account for 309 (56.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 236 (43.3%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Cripple Creek
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units30956.7%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units23643.3%
Total Occupied Housing Units545100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Cripple Creek

Occupancy by Household Size in Cripple Creek
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household23242.6%
2-Person Household21539.5%
3-Person Household499.0%
4+ Person Household499.0%
Total Housing Units545100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Cripple Creek

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Cripple Creek
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household89 (38.4%)143 (61.6%)
2-Person Household175 (81.4%)40 (18.6%)
3-Person Household27 (55.1%)22 (44.9%)
4+ Person Household18 (36.7%)31 (63.3%)
Total Housing Units309 (56.7%)236 (43.3%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Cripple Creek

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Cripple Creek
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma64 (33.7%)126 (66.3%)
College/Associate Degree190 (73.1%)70 (26.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher51 (56.0%)40 (44.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Cripple Creek

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Cripple Creek
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years8215.0%
35 to 44 Years9317.1%
45 to 54 Years6311.6%
55 to 64 Years9417.2%
65 to 74 Years20337.2%
75 to 84 Years101.8%
85 Years and Over00.0%
Total545100.0%

Housing Finances in Cripple Creek

Median Income by Occupancy in Cripple Creek

Median Income by Occupancy in Cripple Creek
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied309 (56.7%)$47,004
Renter-Occupied236 (43.3%)$21,330
Average545 (100.0%)$36,783

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Cripple Creek

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Cripple Creek
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9990 (0.0%)76 (32.2%)
$15,000 to $19,9999 (2.9%)17 (7.2%)
$20,000 to $24,99910 (3.2%)57 (24.1%)
$25,000 to $34,99950 (16.2%)10 (4.2%)
$35,000 to $49,999114 (36.9%)71 (30.1%)
$50,000 to $74,99953 (17.2%)5 (2.1%)
$75,000 to $99,99910 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99940 (12.9%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more23 (7.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total309 (100.0%)236 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Cripple Creek

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Cripple Creek
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30054 (17.5%)28 (11.9%)
$300 to $49929 (9.4%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $79922 (7.1%)12 (5.1%)
$800 to $99972 (23.3%)49 (20.8%)
$1,000 to $1,49959 (19.1%)106 (44.9%)
$1,500 to $1,99922 (7.1%)15 (6.4%)
$2,000 to $2,4996 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99945 (14.6%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total309 (100.0%)236 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Cripple Creek

Housing Structures in Cripple Creek

Housing Structures in Cripple Creek
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached34964.0%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments162.9%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments539.7%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments7914.5%
10 or more Apartments213.8%
Mobile Home / Other275.0%
Total545100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Cripple Creek

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Cripple Creek
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached256 (73.4%)93 (26.7%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)53 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments9 (11.4%)70 (88.6%)
10 or more Apartments17 (80.9%)4 (19.1%)
Mobile Home / Other27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total309 (56.7%)236 (43.3%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Cripple Creek

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Cripple Creek
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room10 (3.2%)49 (20.8%)
2 or 3 Rooms33 (10.7%)82 (34.7%)
4 or 5 Rooms126 (40.8%)50 (21.2%)
6 or 7 Rooms112 (36.2%)55 (23.3%)
8 or more Rooms28 (9.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total309 (100.0%)236 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Cripple Creek

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Cripple Creek
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas137 (44.3%)100 (42.4%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas40 (12.9%)21 (8.9%)
Electricity90 (29.1%)115 (48.7%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels42 (13.6%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total309 (100.0%)236 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Cripple Creek

Household Vehicle Usage in Cripple Creek
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle13 (4.2%)54 (22.9%)
1 Vehicle84 (27.2%)137 (58.1%)
2 Vehicles159 (51.5%)27 (11.4%)
3 or more Vehicles53 (17.2%)18 (7.6%)
Total309 (100.0%)236 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Cripple Creek

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Cripple Creek

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units93216
Median Property Value$230,900$207,100
Median Household Income$48,015$0
Monthly Housing Costs$290$0
Real Estate Taxes$375$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Cripple Creek

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Cripple Creek
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00017 (18.3%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,9999 (9.7%)24 (11.1%)
$100,000 to $299,99937 (39.8%)116 (53.7%)
$300,000 to $499,99930 (32.3%)31 (14.3%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)45 (20.8%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total93 (100.0%)216 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Cripple Creek

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Cripple Creek
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99919 (20.4%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99917 (18.3%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99924 (25.8%)33 (15.3%)
$50,000 to $74,99910 (10.7%)90 (41.7%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)43 (19.9%)
$100,000 to $149,9990 (0.0%)10 (4.6%)
$150,000 or more23 (24.7%)40 (18.5%)
Total93 (100.0%)216 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Cripple Creek

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Cripple Creek
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x40 (43.0%)46,853 (21,691.2%)
2.0x to 2.9x0 (0.0%)55 (25.5%)
3.0x to 3.9x0 (0.0%)29 (13.4%)
4.0x or more53 (57.0%)25 (11.6%)
Total93 (100.0%)216 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Cripple Creek

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Cripple Creek
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80083 (89.2%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)207 (95.8%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total93 (100.0%)216 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Cripple Creek

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Cripple Creek

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Cripple Creek
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years71 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years139 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years38 (39.6%)58 (60.4%)
35 to 44 Years176 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years49 (52.1%)45 (47.9%)
55 to 64 Years131 (97.0%)4 (3.0%)
65 to 74 Years271 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older38 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total930 (89.7%)107 (10.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Cripple Creek

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Cripple Creek
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born71 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen139 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Cripple Creek

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Cripple Creek
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000341 (92.7%)27 (7.3%)
$25,000 to $49,999326 (82.1%)71 (17.9%)
$50,000 to $74,999117 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99937 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over109 (92.4%)9 (7.6%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Cripple Creek

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Cripple Creek
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 649 (69.0%)22 (31.0%)
6 to 18 Years118 (84.9%)43 (30.9%)
19 to 25 Years11 (64.7%)6 (35.3%)
25 to 34 Years28 (29.2%)24 (25.0%)
35 to 44 Years106 (60.2%)70 (39.8%)
45 to 54 Years26 (27.7%)23 (24.5%)
55 to 64 Years85 (63.0%)46 (34.1%)
65 to 74 Years271 (100.0%)121 (44.7%)
75 Years and over38 (100.0%)20 (52.6%)
Total732 (70.6%)375 (36.2%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Cripple Creek

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Cripple Creek
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years14 (35.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years55 (24.3%)31 (17.3%)
65 to 74 Years27 (17.5%)36 (30.8%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)11 (52.4%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Cripple Creek

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Cripple Creek: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years26 (11.5%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)15 (12.8%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)11 (52.4%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Cripple Creek: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years12 (5.3%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)9 (7.7%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Cripple Creek: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years14 (35.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years10 (4.4%)9 (5.0%)
65 to 74 Years14 (9.1%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)11 (52.4%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Cripple Creek: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years29 (12.8%)31 (17.3%)
65 to 74 Years13 (8.4%)9 (7.7%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)11 (52.4%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Cripple Creek: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years10 (4.4%)9 (5.0%)
65 to 74 Years10 (6.5%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Cripple Creek

Computing Device Access in Cripple Creek

Computing Device Access in Cripple Creek
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop31557.8%
Smartphone42477.8%
Tablet25045.9%
No Computing Device7213.2%
Total545100.0%

Internet Access in Cripple Creek

Internet Access in Cripple Creek
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home24945.7%
Cellular Data Only6612.1%
Satellite Internet10118.5%
No Internet12322.6%
Total545100.0%

Cripple Creek Summary

Cripple Creek is a small city located in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in Teller County, Colorado. It is situated at an elevation of 9,494 feet, making it one of the highest cities in the United States. The city was founded in the late 19th century as a mining camp, and it quickly grew to become one of the most prosperous cities in the state.

History

The area around Cripple Creek was first explored by prospectors in the late 1800s. In 1890, a group of prospectors discovered gold in the area, and the city of Cripple Creek was founded shortly thereafter. The city quickly grew to become one of the most prosperous mining towns in the state, and by 1900, it had a population of over 10,000 people.
The city was home to several large gold mines, including the Cresson Mine, the Portland Mine, and the Independence Mine. These mines produced millions of dollars worth of gold, and the city quickly became one of the most prosperous in the state.
The city experienced a period of decline in the early 20th century, as the gold mines began to run dry. By the 1950s, the population had dropped to just over 1,000 people. However, the city experienced a resurgence in the late 20th century, as it became a popular tourist destination.

Geography

Cripple Creek is located in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in Teller County, Colorado. It is situated at an elevation of 9,494 feet, making it one of the highest cities in the United States. The city is surrounded by mountains, including Pikes Peak, which is located just to the south.
The city is located in a valley, and it is surrounded by several small mountain ranges. The city is located near several popular tourist attractions, including the Cripple Creek & Victor Narrow Gauge Railroad, the Mollie Kathleen Gold Mine, and the Cripple Creek & Victor Gold Mining Company.

Economy

The economy of Cripple Creek is largely based on tourism. The city is home to several popular tourist attractions, including the Cripple Creek & Victor Narrow Gauge Railroad, the Mollie Kathleen Gold Mine, and the Cripple Creek & Victor Gold Mining Company. The city also has several casinos, which attract visitors from all over the state.
In addition to tourism, the city is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, shops, and other services. The city is also home to several small manufacturing companies, which produce a variety of products, including furniture, clothing, and jewelry.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Cripple Creek was 1,189. The racial makeup of the city was 95.3% White, 0.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.2% from other races, and 2.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in the city was $37,500, and the median income for a family was $41,250. The per capita income for the city was $19,945. About 11.2% of families and 13.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 16.7% of those under age 18 and 8.3% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Cripple Creek?
Total Population of Cripple Creek is 1,093.
What is the Total Male Population of Cripple Creek?
Total Male Population of Cripple Creek is 571.
What is the Total Female Population of Cripple Creek?
Total Female Population of Cripple Creek is 522.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Cripple Creek?
There are 109.39 Males per 100 Females in Cripple Creek.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Cripple Creek?
There are 91.42 Females per 100 Males in Cripple Creek.
What is the Median Population Age in Cripple Creek?
Median Population Age in Cripple Creek is 50.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Cripple Creek
Average Family Size in Cripple Creek is 2.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Cripple Creek
Average Household Size in Cripple Creek is 1.9 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Cripple Creek?
Per Capita income in Cripple Creek is $25,620.
What is the Median Family Income in Cripple Creek?
Median Family Income in Cripple Creek is $45,250.
What is the Median Household income in Cripple Creek?
Median Household Income in Cripple Creek is $36,783.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Cripple Creek?
Income or Wage Gap in Cripple Creek is 2.9%.
Women in Cripple Creek earn 97.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Cripple Creek?
Inequality or Gini Index in Cripple Creek is 0.44.
How Large is the Labor Force in Cripple Creek?
There are 379 People in the Labor Forcein in Cripple Creek.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Cripple Creek?
40.8% of People are in the Labor Force in Cripple Creek.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Cripple Creek?
Unemployment Rate in Cripple Creek is 8.4%.