Dillon, CO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
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
933 332.4M (US)
Median Age
51.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
48.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
65.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$95,750 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
97.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
19 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$939,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$888 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,608 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
22.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Summit County
2
Breckenridge Urban Area
2
Colorado
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Summit County
2
Breckenridge Urban Area
2
Colorado
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 17 20
Feb 1 20 22
Mar 2 25 28
Apr 2 24 35
May 2 8 45
Jun 2 1 53
Jul 2 0 59
Aug 2 0 58
Sep 2 3 50
Oct 1 10 40
Nov 1 20 28
Dec 1 18 20

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 68% of residents leaning left and 26% leaning right.

Liberal (68%) (26%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 21%
Hillary Clinton 72%
Other 7%

Schools

Dillon Valley Elementary School
1 miles, NE 1.9 star
Silverthorne Elementary School
3 miles, N 1 star
Summit Cove Elementary School
3 miles, S 2.8 star
Summit Middle School
4 miles, SW 2.3 star

Colleges

Colorado School of Mines
44 miles, E 4.6 star
Red Rocks Community College
48 miles, E 1.9 star
University of Colorado Boulder
49 miles, E 3.2 star

Hospitals

Vail Health Hospital
18 miles, NW 4.1 star

Airports

Eagle County Regional Airport
46 miles, NW 1.4 star
Denver International Airport
75 miles, E 5 star
Yampa Valley Airport
86 miles, NW 1 star