Simla, Colorado
Quick Statistics
Simla is a community in Elbert County, Colorado, home to about 423 people spread across 0.7 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $26,250 a year, and a typical home is worth about $251,400. About 30.1% of adults hold a college degree, and 94.0% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has shrunk about 32 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Colorado towns GeoStat tracks, Simla ranks number 301 of 472 in population, number 358 in median household income, number 302 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Simla typically top out near 86°F in July, while January nights average about 15°F. The area sees roughly 102 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Ramah, CO | 4.7 mi. | 127 |
| 2. | Calhan, CO | 13.8 mi. | 620 |
| 3. | Limon, CO | 22.9 mi. | 1,678 |
| 4. | Peyton, CO | 23.1 mi. | 139 |
| 5. | Kiowa, CO | 24.5 mi. | 673 |
| 6. | Elbert, CO | 25.1 mi. | 164 |
| 7. | Ellicott, CO | 27.1 mi. | 1,404 |
| 8. | Elizabeth, CO | 31.9 mi. | 2,244 |
What is the population of Simla, Colorado?
Simla has a population of about 423 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Simla, Colorado in?
Simla is located in Elbert County, Colorado.
What is the median home value in Simla, Colorado?
The median home value in Simla is about $251,400, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Simla, Colorado?
The median personal income in Simla is about $26,250 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Simla, Colorado?
Since 1950, 126 tornadoes have been recorded in Elbert County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Simla, Colorado?
Typical July highs run about 86 degrees and January lows about 15 degrees, with around 102 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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