Alma, CO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 3/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Challenging Commutes. The area has long, difficult commutes with significant delays, congestion, or limited transit infrastructure.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
242 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
37.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$52,727 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
48 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$370,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$625 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,583 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
23.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Park County
2
Denver-Aurora-Centennial Metro Area
4
Colorado
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Park County
1
Denver-Aurora-Centennial Metro Area
5
Colorado
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 18 18
Feb 1 20 20
Mar 1 24 26
Apr 2 21 33
May 1 8 43
Jun 1 1 52
Jul 2 0 57
Aug 2 0 55
Sep 2 2 48
Oct 1 11 38
Nov 1 20 27
Dec 1 20 19

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 33% of residents leaning left and 61% leaning right.

Liberal (33%) (61%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 68%
Hillary Clinton 24%
Other 8%

Schools

South Park Middle School
6 miles, S 1.4 star
South Park High School
6 miles, S 2.8 star
Edith Teter Elementary School
6 miles, S 1.4 star

Colleges

Colorado School of Mines
55 miles, E 4.6 star
Empire Beauty School-Littleton
56 miles, E 1 star
Red Rocks Community College
57 miles, E 1.9 star

Hospitals

Vail Health Hospital
30 miles, N 4.1 star

Airports

Eagle County Regional Airport
52 miles, NW 1.4 star