What are the schools like in Dacono, CO?

Dacono is served primarily by Weld re-8 schools. The district operates 3 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 16.9:1.

What is the median household income in Dacono?

The median household income in Dacono, CO is $94,783 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 2.2%.

What is the weather like in Dacono, CO?

Dacono has an average high temperature of 44.5°F in January and 90.8°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 14.0 inches and annual snowfall averages 65.0 inches.

Dacono, CO Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Dacono, CO affordable or expensive?

Dacono's cost of living index is 96, where 100 represents the national average. This means Dacono is 4% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $421,100 and the median rent is $1,682 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Dacono, CO?

Dacono has a violent crime rate of 119.8 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 853.4 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Dacono, CO a Good Place to Live?

Dacono is a small town of 6,260 in Colorado, with a median household income of $94,783 and a 2.2% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 96 (US average = 100), which is 4% below the national average.

Strengths: Dacono stands out for an affordable cost of living, lower-than-average crime, solid school ratings (B-).

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include high home prices, longer commutes. Whether Dacono is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Dacono city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 96.0

Dacono's overall cost of living index is 96.0, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Dacono costs roughly 4% less than the average American city.

Metric	Dacono, CO	National Avg
Median Home Value	$421,100	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,682	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	76.3%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$94,783	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Dacono's violent crime rate is 119.8 per 100,000 residents — 68% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

119.8 /100k

Property Crime

853.4 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Dacono is served primarily by Weld re-8 schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16.9:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Dacono, CO	National Avg
School District	Weld re-8 schools	—
Elementary Schools	3	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	16.9:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	29.4%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	86.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Dacono sees average highs of 44.5°F in January and 90.8°F in July, with 14.0 inches of annual precipitation and 65.0 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Dacono, CO
Average High — January	44.5°F
Average High — July	90.8°F
Annual Precipitation	14.0"
Annual Snowfall	65.0"

Demographics

Metric	Dacono, CO	National Avg
Population	6,260	—
Median Age	31.9	38.9
Unemployment Rate	2.2%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	32.8 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	76.2%	59.3%
Black or African American	2.3%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	13.2%	18.9%
Asian	6.5%	6.3%
Under 18	31.8%	22.2%
65 and over	8.3%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Dacono

Dacono, CO is covered by 1 ZIP code:

80514

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dacono, CO affordable or expensive?

Dacono's cost of living index is 96, where 100 is the national average. That makes Dacono roughly 4% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $421,100 and median rent is $1,682/month.

What is the crime rate in Dacono, CO?

Dacono's violent crime rate is 119.8 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 853.4 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Dacono?

Public schools in Dacono are operated by Weld re-8 schools. The district has 3 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16.9:1. 29.4% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Dacono, CO a good place to live?

Dacono, CO has a population of 6,260, a median household income of $94,783, and an unemployment rate of 2.2%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Dacono?

Dacono averages 44.5°F in January and 90.8°F in July. Annual rainfall is 14.0 inches with about 65.0 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Dacono?

Dacono, CO is covered by 1 ZIP code: 80514.

What is the population of Dacono?

The population of Dacono, Colorado is 6,260 with a median age of 31.9. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Dacono?

Key numbers for living in Dacono: cost of living index 96 (100 = US average), median home $421,100, median household income $94,783, crime index 35 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Dacono side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.