What are the schools like in Ovid, CO?

Ovid is served primarily by Revere School District. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 9.1:1.

What is the median household income in Ovid?

The median household income in Ovid, CO is $28,409 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 5.7%.

What is the weather like in Ovid, CO?

Ovid has an average high temperature of 40.5°F in January and 87.6°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.6 inches and annual snowfall averages 21.7 inches.

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

Q: Is Ovid, CO affordable or expensive?

Ovid's cost of living index is 87, where 100 represents the national average. This means Ovid is 13% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $79,300 and the median rent is $634 per month.

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

Crime rate data for Ovid is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Ovid, CO a Good Place to Live?

Ovid is a small town of 297 in Colorado, with a median household income of $28,409 and a 5.7% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 87 (US average = 100), which is 13% below the national average.

Strengths: Ovid stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B).

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes, an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Ovid is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Ovid 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: 86.6

Ovid's overall cost of living index is 86.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Ovid costs roughly 13% less than the average American city.

Metric	Ovid, CO	National Avg
Median Home Value	$79,300	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$634	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	75.4%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$28,409	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Ovid is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Ovid is served primarily by Revere School District. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.1:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Ovid, CO	National Avg
School District	Revere School District	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	9.1:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	18.8%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	92.4%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Ovid sees average highs of 40.5°F in January and 87.6°F in July, with 18.6 inches of annual precipitation and 21.7 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Ovid, CO
Average High — January	40.5°F
Average High — July	87.6°F
Annual Precipitation	18.6"
Annual Snowfall	21.7"

Demographics

Metric	Ovid, CO	National Avg
Population	297	—
Median Age	55.0	38.9
Unemployment Rate	5.7%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	40.3 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	77.8%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	20.5%	18.9%
Asian	0.3%	6.3%
Under 18	16.5%	22.2%
65 and over	27.9%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Julesburg, CO 7 mi Sedgwick, CO 7 mi Chappell, NE 10 mi Big Springs, NE 18 mi Lodgepole, NE 18 mi

ZIP Codes in Ovid

Ovid, CO is covered by 1 ZIP code:

80744

Ovid vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ovid, CO affordable or expensive?

Ovid's cost of living index is 87, where 100 is the national average. That makes Ovid roughly 13% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $79,300 and median rent is $634/month.

What is the crime rate in Ovid, CO?

Crime data for Ovid is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Ovid?

Public schools in Ovid are operated by Revere School District. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.1:1. 18.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Ovid, CO a good place to live?

Ovid, CO has a population of 297, a median household income of $28,409, and an unemployment rate of 5.7%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. 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 Ovid?

Ovid averages 40.5°F in January and 87.6°F in July. Annual rainfall is 18.6 inches with about 21.7 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Ovid?

Ovid, CO is covered by 1 ZIP code: 80744.

What is the population of Ovid?

The population of Ovid, Colorado is 297 with a median age of 55.0. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Ovid?

Key numbers for living in Ovid: cost of living index 87 (100 = US average), median home $79,300, median household income $28,409, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Ovid side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.