Jackson Lake, CO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
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
218 332.4M (US)
Median Age
54.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
8.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$59,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
73.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
42 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$336,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$530 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$775 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
41.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Morgan County
3
Fort Morgan 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

Morgan County
4
Fort Morgan Urban Area
4
Colorado
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 0 6 28
Feb 0 5 31
Mar 1 8 40
Apr 2 4 48
May 2 1 57
Jun 2 0 67
Jul 2 0 73
Aug 2 0 71
Sep 1 1 62
Oct 1 2 50
Nov 1 5 37
Dec 0 6 28

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 22% of residents leaning left and 74% leaning right.

Liberal (22%) (74%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 81%
Hillary Clinton 14%
Other 5%

Schools

Weldon Valley Jr/Sr High School
5 miles, SE 1.9 star
Weldon Valley Elementary School
5 miles, SE 1.9 star
Wiggins High School
10 miles, SW 2.8 star
Wiggins Middle School
10 miles, SW 2.3 star

Colleges

Morgan Community College
17 miles, SE 1.4 star
University of Northern Colorado
34 miles, NW 2.3 star
Aims Community College
37 miles, NW 1.9 star

Hospitals

Colorado Plains Medical Center
16 miles, SE 3.2 star
East Morgan County Hospital
23 miles, SE 3.2 star
North Colorado Medical Center
34 miles, NW 4.1 star

Airports

Denver International Airport
48 miles, SW 5 star
Laramie Regional Airport
107 miles, NW 1 star