Howard, CO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
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
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
1,159 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$57,664 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
35 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$386,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$419 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$881 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.6% 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 9 19
Feb 0 8 23
Mar 1 10 32
Apr 1 8 41
May 1 2 50
Jun 1 0 58
Jul 2 0 64
Aug 2 0 63
Sep 1 0 55
Oct 1 3 44
Nov 1 6 32
Dec 1 10 21

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 38% of residents leaning left and 55% leaning right.

Liberal (38%) (56%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 49%
Hillary Clinton 43%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Cotopaxi Junior-Senior High School
9 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Cotopaxi Elementary School
9 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Salida Middle School
12 miles, NW • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Western Colorado University
59 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Pikes Peak Community College
62 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Rio Grande Hospital
58 miles, SW • 5 star
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Airports

Pueblo Memorial Airport
73 miles, SE • 1 star
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