Castle Rock, CO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 7/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
76,614 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
76.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
54.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$143,031 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
96.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
17.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$621,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$729 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,806 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
76.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Douglas County
2
Denver-Aurora-Centennial Metro Area
4
Colorado
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Douglas County
3
Denver-Aurora-Centennial Metro Area
5
Colorado
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 9 29
Feb 1 9 31
Mar 2 16 37
Apr 2 12 44
May 2 1 53
Jun 2 0 62
Jul 2 0 68
Aug 2 0 67
Sep 1 1 58
Oct 1 5 48
Nov 1 10 37
Dec 1 12 29

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 34% of residents leaning left and 61% leaning right.

Liberal (34%) (62%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 56%
Hillary Clinton 35%
Other 9%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, CO State Senate District 2, CO State House District 45, CO
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Schools

Cantril
<1 miles, SW
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Colleges

University of Phoenix-Colorado
12 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Castle Rock Adventist Hospital
3 miles, N • 4.1 star
Sky Ridge Medical Center
11 miles, N • 5 star
Denver Springs
13 miles, NE
Parker Adventist Hospital
13 miles, NE • 5 star
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Airports

Denver International Airport
35 miles, NE • 5 star
Pueblo Memorial Airport
77 miles, S • 1 star
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