Archuleta County, CO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
13,730 332.4M (US)
Median Age
52.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
40.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$76,524 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$451,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$549 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,205 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
47.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Colorado
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Colorado
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 19 24
Feb 1 17 28
Mar 1 12 36
Apr 1 6 43
May 1 0 51
Jun 1 0 60
Jul 2 0 66
Aug 2 0 65
Sep 2 0 57
Oct 2 2 46
Nov 1 11 34
Dec 1 16 25

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 35% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.

Liberal (35%) (60%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 59%
Hillary Clinton 34%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, CO State Senate District 6, CO State House District 59, CO
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Schools

Pagosa Springs High School
4 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Pagosa Peak Open School
4 miles, N • 1.9 star
Pagosa Springs Elementary School
5 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Pagosa Springs Middle School
5 miles, NE • 1.4 star

Colleges

Fort Lewis College
45 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Adams State University
67 miles, E • 1.9 star
San Juan College
69 miles, W • 1.4 star
Western Colorado University
93 miles, NE • 1.9 star

Hospitals

Mercy Regional Medical Center
43 miles, NW • 5 star
Rio Grande Hospital
50 miles, E • 5 star

Airports

Durango-La Plata County Airport
39 miles, W • 1 star
Montrose Regional Airport
101 miles, N • 1 star
Santa Fe Municipal Airport
122 miles, S • 1 star