Orchard City, CO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
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
3,193 332.4M (US)
Median Age
53.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$65,282 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
17.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$286,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$347 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,255 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
76.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Delta County
2
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

Delta County
4
Colorado
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 13 24
Feb 1 10 29
Mar 1 9 38
Apr 1 4 46
May 1 2 55
Jun 1 0 64
Jul 1 0 70
Aug 1 0 68
Sep 1 0 60
Oct 1 2 49
Nov 1 7 35
Dec 1 12 25

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 30% of residents leaning left and 64% leaning right.

Liberal (30%) (65%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 65%
Hillary Clinton 30%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, CO State Senate District 5, CO State House District 54, CO
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Schools

Cedaredge Middle School
6 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Cedaredge High School
6 miles, NE • 3.7 star
Cedaredge Elementary School
6 miles, NE • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Technical College of the Rockies
9 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Colorado Mesa University
36 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Intellitec College-Grand Junction
37 miles, NW • 1 star
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Hospitals

Delta County Memorial Hospital
7 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Montrose Memorial Hospital
24 miles, S • 5 star
St Marys Medical Center
37 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Montrose Regional Airport
22 miles, S • 1 star
Grand Junction Regional Airport
37 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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