Orchard, CO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 2/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Challenging Commutes. The area has long, difficult commutes with significant delays, congestion, or limited transit infrastructure.
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
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
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
87 332.4M (US)
Median Age
56.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
32.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
4.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$38,393 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
96.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
60 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$237,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$529 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$940 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
76.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Morgan County
3
Fort Morgan 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

Morgan County
4
Fort Morgan Urban Area
4
Colorado
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 0 6 28
Feb 0 4 31
Mar 1 8 39
Apr 2 4 48
May 2 1 57
Jun 2 0 67
Jul 2 0 73
Aug 2 0 71
Sep 1 1 62
Oct 1 2 50
Nov 1 4 37
Dec 0 6 28

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 22% of residents leaning left and 74% leaning right.

Liberal (22%) (74%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 81%
Hillary Clinton 14%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, CO State Senate District 1, CO State House District 63, CO
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Schools

Wiggins High School
8 miles, S • 2.8 star
Wiggins Middle School
8 miles, S • 2.3 star
Wiggins Elementary School
8 miles, S • 1.9 star
Weldon Valley Jr/Sr High School
8 miles, E • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Morgan Community College
19 miles, SE • 1.4 star
University of Northern Colorado
31 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Aims Community College
34 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Colorado Plains Medical Center
18 miles, SE • 3.2 star
East Morgan County Hospital
25 miles, SE • 3.2 star
North Colorado Medical Center
32 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Denver International Airport
44 miles, SW • 5 star
Laramie Regional Airport
106 miles, NW • 1 star
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