Morgan County
City in Colorado, United States
Overview
Morgan County, situated in northeast Colorado, is a friendly, rural region known for its agricultural roots, close-knit communities, and scenic landscapes. The area offers a relaxed way of life, with historic downtowns and access to outdoor recreation along the South Platte River.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
Colorado
Population
12,295
Time Zone
America/Denver
Coordinates
40.26°, -103.81°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
70
Female Safety
60
LGBTQ+ Safety
55
Traffic Safety
75
Food Safety
90
Monthly Cost
$2,065
Local Cost
$1,300
Local Income
$2,900
Cashless
65
English
100
Temperature
11.2°C
Summer Avg
24.0°C
Winter Avg
-0.5°C
Record High
42.4°C
Record Low
-23.0°C
Humidity
52%
Precipitation
392 mm
City Vibrancy
7
Coworking
0
Cafes
2
Nightlife
1
Parks
4
Transport
28
Walk Score
28
Footways
55.0
Airport
—
Distance
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 70/100.