El Paso County, CO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
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
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
736,008 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
41.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$87,470 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
19.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$431,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$588 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,433 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Colorado Springs Metro Area
5
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

Colorado Springs Metro Area
6
Colorado
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 0 6 24
Feb 0 6 26
Mar 1 13 33
Apr 1 12 40
May 2 3 49
Jun 2 0 58
Jul 2 0 64
Aug 3 0 62
Sep 1 0 54
Oct 1 5 44
Nov 1 7 32
Dec 0 8 24

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 34% of residents leaning left and 60% leaning right.

Liberal (35%) (61%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 57%
Hillary Clinton 34%
Other 9%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, CO State Senate District 35, CO State House District 56, CO
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Schools

Ellicott Middle School
8 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Ellicott Senior High School
8 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Ellicott Elementary School
8 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Ellicott Baptist School
8 miles, E • 1 star
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Colleges

CollegeAmerica-Colorado Springs
13 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Uch-Memorial Health System
15 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Pueblo Memorial Airport
37 miles, S • 1 star
Denver International Airport
72 miles, N • 5 star
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