De Beque, CO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 2/10
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
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
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
466 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$63,646 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
41 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$215,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$388 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,069 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
68.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Mesa County
4
Grand Junction 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

Mesa County
5
Grand Junction Metro Area
5
Colorado
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 9 24
Feb 1 10 29
Mar 2 9 38
Apr 2 6 46
May 1 4 55
Jun 1 0 64
Jul 1 0 71
Aug 1 0 68
Sep 2 0 60
Oct 2 3 48
Nov 1 9 35
Dec 1 10 25

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 24% of residents leaning left and 72% leaning right.

Liberal (24%) (72%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 80%
Hillary Clinton 15%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, CO State Senate District 7, CO State House District 54, CO
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Schools

Bea Underwood Elementary School
12 miles, E • 1.4 star
Grand Valley High School
12 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Plateau Valley Elementary School
12 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Colorado Mesa University
24 miles, W • 1.9 star
Technical College of the Rockies
43 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

St Marys Medical Center
24 miles, W • 3.2 star
Community Hospital
26 miles, W • 5 star
Grand River Hospital District
27 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Airports

Grand Junction Regional Airport
22 miles, W • 1.4 star
Montrose Regional Airport
58 miles, S • 1 star
Eagle County Regional Airport
72 miles, E • 1.4 star
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