Garfield County, CO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 1/10
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
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
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
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
62,034 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
33.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$86,172 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$490,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$611 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,351 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
65.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Rifle Urban Area
3
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

Rifle Urban Area
4
Colorado
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 16 22
Feb 1 15 28
Mar 1 12 36
Apr 1 9 44
May 2 3 53
Jun 1 0 61
Jul 1 0 68
Aug 1 0 66
Sep 2 0 57
Oct 2 4 46
Nov 1 12 33
Dec 1 18 23

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 42% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right.

Liberal (43%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 51%
Hillary Clinton 41%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, CO State Senate District 8, CO State House District 57, CO
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Schools

Rifle High School
8 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Wamsley Elementary School
8 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Rifle Middle School
8 miles, SE • 1 star
Graham Mesa Elementary School
9 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Colorado Mountain College
31 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Colorado Mesa University
50 miles, SW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Grand River Hospital District
9 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Valley View Hospital Association
32 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Grand Junction Regional Airport
47 miles, W • 1.4 star
Eagle County Regional Airport
53 miles, E • 1.4 star
Yampa Valley Airport
71 miles, NE • 1 star
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