Basalt, CO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 4/10
directions_bus Transit 4/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 1/10
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
Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
home Housing
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
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
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
3,995 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
59.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$106,000 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
96.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
17.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$1,148,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$979 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$2,039 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
50.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Eagle County
2
Edwards Urban Area
2
Colorado
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Eagle County
2
Edwards Urban Area
2
Colorado
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 21 19
Feb 1 21 22
Mar 1 22 29
Apr 2 20 36
May 1 8 46
Jun 1 0 55
Jul 1 0 61
Aug 1 0 59
Sep 2 1 51
Oct 1 10 41
Nov 1 20 29
Dec 1 22 20

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 55% of residents leaning left and 39% leaning right.

Liberal (56%) (39%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 36%
Hillary Clinton 57%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, CO State Senate District 5, CO State House District 57, CO
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Schools

Basalt Elementary School
<1 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Basalt High School
1 miles, S • 2.8 star
Basalt Middle School
1 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Cornerstone Classical School
2 miles, NW • 5 star
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Colleges

Colorado Mountain College
19 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Western Colorado University
57 miles, S • 1.9 star
Technical College of the Rockies
70 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Valley View Hospital Association
18 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Grand River Hospital District
40 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Vail Health Hospital
40 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Airports

Eagle County Regional Airport
20 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Montrose Regional Airport
75 miles, SW • 1 star
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