Florence, CO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 4/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
3,870 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$57,239 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$228,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$461 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$670 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
64.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Fremont County
3
Cañon City Urban Area
3
Colorado
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Fremont County
3
Cañon City Urban Area
3
Colorado
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 0 8 28
Feb 0 7 31
Mar 1 8 40
Apr 1 5 48
May 1 1 57
Jun 1 0 66
Jul 2 0 72
Aug 2 0 70
Sep 1 0 62
Oct 1 2 50
Nov 0 6 38
Dec 0 8 29

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 55% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (56%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 62%
Hillary Clinton 32%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 7, CO State Senate District 4, CO State House District 60, CO
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Schools

Florence Christian School
1 miles, N • 1 star
Fremont Middle School
1 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Fremont Elementary School
2 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Florence High School
2 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Pueblo Community College
26 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Colorado State University-Pueblo
29 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Pikes Peak Community College
32 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Parkview Medical Center, Inc
27 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Pueblo Memorial Airport
33 miles, SE • 1 star
Denver International Airport
105 miles, NE • 5 star
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