Ouray County, CO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
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
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
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
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
5,024 332.4M (US)
Median Age
55.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
54.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$84,556 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$670,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$581 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,328 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
56.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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

Colorado
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 14 22
Feb 1 14 25
Mar 1 16 32
Apr 1 9 40
May 1 3 49
Jun 1 0 58
Jul 1 0 64
Aug 2 0 62
Sep 2 0 55
Oct 1 3 43
Nov 1 12 32
Dec 1 15 22

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 56% of residents leaning left and 35% leaning right.

Liberal (58%) (36%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 34%
Hillary Clinton 59%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Ridgway Middle School
1 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Ridgway Elementary School
1 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Ridgway High School
2 miles, E • 4.1 star
Ouray Senior High School
11 miles, S • 4.1 star

Colleges

Technical College of the Rockies
40 miles, N • 1.4 star
Western Colorado University
54 miles, E • 1.9 star
Fort Lewis College
61 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Colorado Mesa University
76 miles, N • 1.9 star

Hospitals

Montrose Memorial Hospital
23 miles, N • 5 star
Delta County Memorial Hospital
43 miles, N • 4.1 star

Airports

Montrose Regional Airport
25 miles, N • 1 star
Durango-La Plata County Airport
69 miles, S • 1 star
Grand Junction Regional Airport
78 miles, N • 1.4 star