Bonanza, CO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 10/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Commuter’s Dream. The area offers extremely short and efficient commutes, with minimal travel times and excellent accessibility.
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
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
12 332.4M (US)
Median Age
63.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
0.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
0.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$45,982 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
0 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$466,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$246 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$803 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
48.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Saguache County
2
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

Saguache County
2
Colorado
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 12 22
Feb 1 11 25
Mar 1 16 34
Apr 1 10 41
May 1 3 50
Jun 1 0 58
Jul 2 0 64
Aug 2 0 62
Sep 1 0 55
Oct 1 4 44
Nov 1 11 32
Dec 1 12 22

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 51% of residents leaning left and 42% leaning right.

Liberal (51%) (42%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 45%
Hillary Clinton 45%
Other 10%

Schools

Mountain Valley School
15 miles, S 2.3 star
Salida High School
18 miles, NE 4.1 star
Crest Academy
18 miles, NE 3.7 star
Salida Middle School
18 miles, NE 2.8 star

Colleges

Western Colorado University
46 miles, NW 1.9 star
Adams State University
59 miles, S 1.9 star
Pikes Peak Community College
80 miles, E 1.4 star

Hospitals

Rio Grande Hospital
45 miles, SW 5 star

Airports

Pueblo Memorial Airport
89 miles, E 1 star