Bayfield, CO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
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
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
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
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
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
2,862 332.4M (US)
Median Age
31.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
30.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$92,821 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$418,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$492 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,024 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
72.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

La Plata County
3
Durango Urban Area
3
Colorado
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

La Plata County
4
Durango Urban Area
4
Colorado
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 19 24
Feb 1 16 29
Mar 2 10 37
Apr 1 4 43
May 1 0 53
Jun 1 0 62
Jul 2 0 68
Aug 2 0 66
Sep 2 0 59
Oct 2 1 47
Nov 2 9 35
Dec 1 16 25

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 50% of residents leaning left and 43% leaning right.

Liberal (51%) (43%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 44%
Hillary Clinton 45%
Other 11%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Bayfield Intermediate School
<1 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Bayfield Middle School
<1 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Bayfield High School
<1 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Fort Lewis College
15 miles, NW • 1.9 star
San Juan College
45 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Adams State University
96 miles, E • 1.9 star
Western Colorado University
98 miles, NE • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Mercy Regional Medical Center
13 miles, NW • 5 star
San Juan Regional Medical Center
49 miles, SW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Durango-La Plata County Airport
10 miles, W • 1 star
Montrose Regional Airport
90 miles, N • 1 star
Santa Fe Municipal Airport
140 miles, S • 1 star
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