Kim, CO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
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
63 332.4M (US)
Median Age
53.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
46.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
22.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$28,750 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
79.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
36 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
42.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$180,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$475 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$566 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
41.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Las Animas County
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

Las Animas County
6
Colorado
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 8 31
Feb 1 9 34
Mar 1 13 41
Apr 1 10 49
May 2 2 57
Jun 2 0 67
Jul 3 0 72
Aug 3 0 70
Sep 1 0 63
Oct 1 4 52
Nov 1 9 40
Dec 1 10 31

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 45% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (45%) (51%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 73%
Hillary Clinton 24%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, CO State Senate District 35, CO State House District 47, CO
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Schools

Kim Undivided High School
<1 miles, W • 3.2 star
Kim Elementary School
<1 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Otero Junior College
51 miles, N • 1.4 star
Trinidad State Junior College
64 miles, W • 1.4 star
Lamar Community College
70 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Pueblo Community College
99 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

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Airports

Pueblo Memorial Airport
95 miles, N • 1 star
Garden City Regional Airport
151 miles, E • 1 star
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