Edwards, CO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
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
10,415 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
57.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$90,735 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$747,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,099 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,809 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
46.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Eagle County
2
Edwards 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

Eagle County
2
Edwards Urban Area
2
Colorado
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 17 19
Feb 1 18 22
Mar 1 22 28
Apr 2 20 36
May 2 7 45
Jun 1 0 53
Jul 2 0 59
Aug 2 0 58
Sep 2 2 50
Oct 1 8 40
Nov 1 18 28
Dec 1 18 20

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 58% of residents leaning left and 36% leaning right.

Liberal (59%) (37%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 28%
Hillary Clinton 66%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Edwards Elementary School
2 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Battle Mountain High School
3 miles, NE • 3.2 star
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Colleges

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

Vail Health Hospital
13 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Airports

Eagle County Regional Airport
16 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Yampa Valley Airport
68 miles, N • 1 star
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