Monte Vista, CO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 1/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
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
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
4,178 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
29.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$49,339 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
64.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$204,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$330 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$541 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
59.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Rio Grande 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

Rio Grande County
5
Colorado
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 14 18
Feb 1 14 22
Mar 1 17 32
Apr 1 11 38
May 1 3 49
Jun 1 0 57
Jul 2 0 61
Aug 2 0 59
Sep 2 1 53
Oct 1 6 42
Nov 1 13 29
Dec 1 14 19

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (57%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 55%
Hillary Clinton 37%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, CO State Senate District 6, CO State House District 62, CO
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Schools

Bill Metz Elementary School
<1 miles, N • 1 star
Monte Vista On-Line Academy
<1 miles, N • 3.7 star
Byron Syring Delta Center
<1 miles, N • 3.2 star
Monte Vista Senior High School
<1 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Adams State University
16 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Western Colorado University
79 miles, N • 1.9 star
Trinidad State Junior College
94 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Rio Grande Hospital
14 miles, NW • 5 star
San Luis Valley Health
16 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Durango-La Plata County Airport
93 miles, W • 1 star
Pueblo Memorial Airport
103 miles, E • 1 star
Montrose Regional Airport
115 miles, NW • 1 star
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