Ophir, CO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
144 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
52.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
84.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$125,938 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$875,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$489 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,730 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
66.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

San Miguel County
1
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

San Miguel County
2
Colorado
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 19 22
Feb 2 18 25
Mar 2 22 31
Apr 2 13 39
May 2 5 48
Jun 1 0 57
Jul 2 0 62
Aug 3 0 60
Sep 2 0 53
Oct 2 5 43
Nov 2 18 31
Dec 1 19 22

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 66% of residents leaning left and 27% leaning right.

Liberal (66%) (27%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 23%
Hillary Clinton 71%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, CO State Senate District 6, CO State House District 58, CO
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Schools

Telluride Intermediate School
6 miles, NE • 2.8 star
Telluride Middle School
6 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Telluride High School
6 miles, NE • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Fort Lewis College
40 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Technical College of the Rockies
59 miles, N • 1.4 star
Western Colorado University
69 miles, E • 1.9 star
San Juan College
77 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Mercy Regional Medical Center
43 miles, S • 5 star
Montrose Memorial Hospital
43 miles, N • 5 star
Southwest Memorial Hospital
53 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

Montrose Regional Airport
45 miles, N • 1 star
Durango-La Plata County Airport
49 miles, S • 1 star
Grand Junction Regional Airport
95 miles, N • 1.4 star
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