Branson, CO
Livability
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Bikeability
6/10
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Walkability
3/10
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Transit
2/10
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Commute
9/10
home
Housing
7/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
local_library
Schools
3/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
2/10
accessibility
Hospitals
4/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Moderately Bikeable. Biking is possible but may be limited by inconsistent infrastructure, traffic conditions, or distance to amenities.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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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
44
332.4M (US)
Median Age
58.4 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
25.0%
64% (US)
College-Educated
18.9%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$44,583
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
75.0%
88% (US)
Average Commute
9 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$50,500
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$239
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$566
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
45.3%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Las Animas County
3
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
Las Animas County
6
Colorado
5
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 8 | 31 |
| Feb | 1 | 9 | 34 |
| Mar | 1 | 14 | 41 |
| Apr | 1 | 10 | 49 |
| May | 2 | 2 | 58 |
| Jun | 2 | 0 | 67 |
| Jul | 3 | 0 | 72 |
| Aug | 3 | 0 | 70 |
| Sep | 1 | 0 | 63 |
| Oct | 1 | 4 | 52 |
| Nov | 1 | 9 | 40 |
| Dec | 1 | 10 | 31 |
Hazards
Blizzard
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place leans red, with 44% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.
Liberal (44%) (52%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 73%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 3, CO State Senate District 35, CO State House District 47, COSchools
Branson School
<1 miles, NE
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2.3
Branson School Online
<1 miles, NE
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2.3
Des Moines High
18 miles, S
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4.1
Des Moines Elementary
18 miles, S
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3.7
Colleges
Trinidad State Junior College
36 miles, NW
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1.4
Otero Junior College
68 miles, NE
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1.4
Pueblo Community College
96 miles, N
•
1.4
Colorado State University-Pueblo
97 miles, N
•
1.9
Hospitals
Miners' Colfax Medical Center
33 miles, W
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3.2
Mt San Rafael Hospital
35 miles, NW
•
5
Union County General Hospital
54 miles, S
Spanish Peaks Regional Health Center
66 miles, NW
•
4.1
Airports
Pueblo Memorial Airport
94 miles, N
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1
City of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport
132 miles, N
•
1.9
Santa Fe Municipal Airport
156 miles, W
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1
Liberal Mid-America Regional Airport
161 miles, E
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1