Eagle 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 3/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
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
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
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
55,374 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
50.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$103,174 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$814,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$796 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,867 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
42.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Edwards Urban Area
2
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

Edwards Urban Area
2
Colorado
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 17 20
Feb 1 18 23
Mar 1 20 30
Apr 2 18 37
May 1 6 46
Jun 1 0 55
Jul 1 0 61
Aug 1 0 60
Sep 2 1 52
Oct 1 7 41
Nov 1 17 29
Dec 1 18 20

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 52% of residents leaning left and 42% leaning right.

Liberal (53%) (43%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 37%
Hillary Clinton 56%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, CO State Senate District 8, CO State House District 26, CO
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Schools

Vail Christian High School
4 miles, E • 5 star
Edwards Elementary School
5 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Colorado Mountain College
34 miles, W • 1.9 star
Western Colorado University
75 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Colorado School of Mines
79 miles, E • 4.6 star
University of Colorado Boulder
80 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Hospitals

Vail Health Hospital
17 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Airports

Eagle County Regional Airport
12 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Yampa Valley Airport
65 miles, N • 1 star
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