Franktown, CO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 7/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
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
405 332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
100.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
56.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$135,682 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
44 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$1,066,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$870 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$2,786 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
100.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Douglas 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

Douglas County
3
Denver-Aurora-Centennial Metro Area
5
Colorado
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 9 30
Feb 1 8 32
Mar 2 16 38
Apr 2 12 45
May 2 1 54
Jun 2 0 64
Jul 2 0 70
Aug 3 0 68
Sep 1 1 60
Oct 1 5 49
Nov 1 10 38
Dec 1 12 29

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 21% of residents leaning left and 75% leaning right.

Liberal (21%) (76%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 72%
Hillary Clinton 22%
Other 6%

Schools

Franktown Elementary School
<1 miles, SW 2.3 star
Flagstone Elementary School
3 miles, W 2.8 star
Sagewood Middle School
3 miles, NE 2.3 star

Colleges

University of Phoenix-Colorado
13 miles, N 2.3 star

Hospitals

Castle Rock Adventist Hospital
8 miles, NW 4.1 star
Parker Adventist Hospital
11 miles, N 5 star
Sky Ridge Medical Center
12 miles, N 5 star
Denver Springs
12 miles, N

Airports

Denver International Airport
33 miles, NE 5 star
Pueblo Memorial Airport
77 miles, S 1 star