Gardner, CO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 10/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
Commuter’s Dream. The area offers extremely short and efficient commutes, with minimal travel times and excellent accessibility.
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
59 332.4M (US)
Median Age
65.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
0.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
0.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$67,832 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
0 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$289,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$454 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$496 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
51.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Huerfano County
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

Huerfano County
5
Colorado
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 8 27
Feb 1 8 29
Mar 1 11 37
Apr 1 7 44
May 1 1 53
Jun 1 0 62
Jul 2 0 67
Aug 2 0 66
Sep 1 0 58
Oct 1 3 47
Nov 1 8 36
Dec 1 9 27

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 56% of residents leaning left and 39% leaning right.

Liberal (57%) (39%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 43%
Hillary Clinton 49%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, CO State Senate District 35, CO State House District 62, CO
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Schools

Gardner Elementary School
<1 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Rye Elementary School
16 miles, E • 2.3 star
Rye High School
16 miles, E • 4.1 star
La Veta Elementary School
21 miles, S • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Pueblo Community College
44 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Adams State University
45 miles, W • 1.9 star
Colorado State University-Pueblo
48 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Trinidad State Junior College
56 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Spanish Peaks Regional Health Center
23 miles, SE • 4.1 star
San Luis Valley Health
45 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

Pueblo Memorial Airport
50 miles, E • 1 star
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