Elbert County, CO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 3/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 9/10
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
Challenging Commutes. The area has long, difficult commutes with significant delays, congestion, or limited transit infrastructure.
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
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
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
27,152 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
82.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
35.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$129,477 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
45 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$664,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$679 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,164 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
89.5% 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 0 9 30
Feb 0 8 31
Mar 1 16 38
Apr 2 12 45
May 2 2 54
Jun 2 0 64
Jul 2 0 70
Aug 2 0 68
Sep 1 0 60
Oct 1 5 48
Nov 1 10 37
Dec 0 11 29

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 24% of residents leaning left and 71% leaning right.

Liberal (24%) (72%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 73%
Hillary Clinton 19%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, CO State Senate District 35, CO State House District 56, CO
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Schools

Simla Elementary School
12 miles, S • 3.7 star
Simla High School
12 miles, S • 3.7 star
Simla Junior High School
12 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Colleges

University of Phoenix-Colorado
44 miles, NW • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Parker Adventist Hospital
39 miles, NW • 5 star
Denver Springs
42 miles, NW
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Airports

Denver International Airport
48 miles, N • 5 star
Pueblo Memorial Airport
74 miles, SW • 1 star
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