Calhan, CO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
510 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
22.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$50,000 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
39 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
19.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$265,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$508 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$819 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
55.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

El Paso County
5
Colorado Springs Metro Area
5
Colorado
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

El Paso County
6
Colorado Springs Metro Area
6
Colorado
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 0 7 25
Feb 0 6 27
Mar 1 14 34
Apr 2 12 41
May 2 4 50
Jun 2 0 59
Jul 3 0 65
Aug 3 0 63
Sep 1 1 55
Oct 1 5 44
Nov 1 7 33
Dec 0 8 25

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 22% of residents leaning left and 73% leaning right.

Liberal (22%) (73%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 75%
Hillary Clinton 18%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, CO State Senate District 35, CO State House District 56, CO
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Schools

Calhan High School
<1 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Calhan Elementary School
<1 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Calhan Middle School
<1 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Frontier Charter Academy
<1 miles, E • 2.8 star
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Colleges

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Hospitals

Uch-Memorial Health System
30 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

Pueblo Memorial Airport
52 miles, SW • 1 star
Denver International Airport
60 miles, N • 5 star
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