Marvel, CO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
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
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
91 332.4M (US)
Median Age
52.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
48.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
9.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$55,893 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
74.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
43 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
24.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$229,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$357 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,170 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
68.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

La Plata County
3
Durango 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

La Plata County
4
Durango Urban Area
4
Colorado
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 16 26
Feb 1 13 30
Mar 2 9 37
Apr 1 4 44
May 1 0 53
Jun 1 0 63
Jul 2 0 69
Aug 2 0 67
Sep 2 0 59
Oct 2 1 48
Nov 2 8 36
Dec 1 13 26

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 33% of residents leaning left and 60% leaning right.

Liberal (33%) (61%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 64%
Hillary Clinton 29%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, CO State Senate District 6, CO State House District 59, CO
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Schools

Fort Lewis Mesa Elementary School
2 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Sunnyside Elementary School
15 miles, E • 2.3 star
Animas High School
16 miles, E • 3.7 star
Escalante Middle School
16 miles, E • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Fort Lewis College
18 miles, E • 1.9 star
San Juan College
24 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Dine College
83 miles, W • 1 star
Navajo Technical University
98 miles, SW • 1 star
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Hospitals

Mercy Regional Medical Center
19 miles, E • 5 star
San Juan Regional Medical Center
27 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Southwest Memorial Hospital
30 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Durango-La Plata County Airport
21 miles, E • 1 star
Montrose Regional Airport
98 miles, NE • 1 star
Grand Junction Regional Airport
141 miles, N • 1.4 star
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