Olathe, CO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
1,788 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
6.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$65,170 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$226,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$431 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$735 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
58.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Montrose County
2
Montrose Urban Area
2
Colorado
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Montrose County
5
Montrose Urban Area
5
Colorado
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 8 24
Feb 1 6 29
Mar 1 5 38
Apr 1 2 45
May 1 0 55
Jun 1 0 64
Jul 1 0 70
Aug 2 0 68
Sep 2 0 59
Oct 1 1 48
Nov 1 4 35
Dec 1 8 25

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 25% of residents leaning left and 70% leaning right.

Liberal (25%) (71%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 78%
Hillary Clinton 16%
Other 6%

Schools

Olathe Elementary School
<1 miles, NE 1.4 star
Olathe Middle School
<1 miles, SE 1.4 star
Olathe High School
<1 miles, SE 2.8 star
Holy Guardian Angels School
2 miles, NE 1 star

Colleges

Technical College of the Rockies
7 miles, N 1.4 star
Colorado Mesa University
45 miles, N 1.9 star

Hospitals

Delta County Memorial Hospital
10 miles, N 4.1 star
Montrose Memorial Hospital
11 miles, S 5 star
St Marys Medical Center
46 miles, N 3.2 star

Airports

Montrose Regional Airport
8 miles, S 1 star
Grand Junction Regional Airport
46 miles, N 1.4 star