Denver County, CO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 3/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 10/10
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Haven. The area has numerous high-quality hospitals and healthcare facilities within close proximity, offering excellent access to care.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
713,734 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
45.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
55.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$91,681 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
20.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$586,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$655 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,670 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
45.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Denver-Aurora-Centennial Metro Area
4
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

Denver-Aurora-Centennial Metro Area
5
Colorado
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 10 31
Feb 1 10 33
Mar 1 17 39
Apr 2 15 46
May 2 3 55
Jun 2 0 65
Jul 2 0 71
Aug 2 0 69
Sep 1 1 61
Oct 1 6 49
Nov 1 13 38
Dec 1 10 30

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 69% of residents leaning left and 25% leaning right.

Liberal (70%) (26%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 20%
Hillary Clinton 73%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, CO State Senate District 33, CO State House District 8, CO
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Schools

Westerly Creek Elementary
<1 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Swigert International School
<1 miles, NW • 4.6 star
New Legacy Charter School
<1 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Johnson & Wales University-Denver
2 miles, W • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Rose Medical Center
4 miles, W • 5 star
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Airports

Denver International Airport
13 miles, E • 5 star
Pueblo Memorial Airport
104 miles, S • 1 star
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