Fairplay, CO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 7/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
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
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
851 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
46.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
33.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$82,031 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
96.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
21.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$411,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$671 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,486 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
46.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Park County
2
Denver-Aurora-Centennial Metro Area
4
Colorado
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Park County
1
Denver-Aurora-Centennial Metro Area
5
Colorado
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 17 19
Feb 1 20 21
Mar 1 23 27
Apr 2 21 34
May 1 8 44
Jun 1 1 53
Jul 2 0 58
Aug 2 0 57
Sep 1 2 49
Oct 1 10 39
Nov 1 20 28
Dec 1 20 20

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 35% of residents leaning left and 58% leaning right.

Liberal (36%) (59%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 66%
Hillary Clinton 26%
Other 8%

Schools

South Park Middle School
<1 miles, W 1.4 star
South Park High School
<1 miles, NW 2.8 star
Edith Teter Elementary School
<1 miles, SW 1.4 star

Colleges

Empire Beauty School-Littleton
55 miles, E 1 star
Colorado School of Mines
55 miles, E 4.6 star
Red Rocks Community College
57 miles, E 1.9 star

Hospitals

Vail Health Hospital
36 miles, N 4.1 star

Airports

Eagle County Regional Airport
57 miles, NW 1.4 star