Paonia, CO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
1,454 332.4M (US)
Median Age
51.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
44.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
34.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$52,466 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
79.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
16 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$301,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$444 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$599 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
50.7% 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 11 29
Mar 1 9 37
Apr 1 4 45
May 1 2 54
Jun 1 0 64
Jul 1 0 70
Aug 1 0 68
Sep 2 0 59
Oct 2 2 49
Nov 1 7 35
Dec 1 13 25

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 25% of residents leaning left and 68% leaning right.

Liberal (26%) (69%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 72%
Hillary Clinton 22%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, CO State Senate District 5, CO State House District 58, CO
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Schools

Paonia Elementary School
<1 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Paonia High School
<1 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Hotchkiss High School
8 miles, W • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Technical College of the Rockies
26 miles, W • 1.4 star
Western Colorado University
42 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Colorado Mountain College
49 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Intellitec College-Grand Junction
53 miles, NW • 1 star
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Hospitals

Delta County Memorial Hospital
26 miles, W • 4.1 star
Montrose Memorial Hospital
31 miles, SW • 5 star
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Airports

Montrose Regional Airport
30 miles, SW • 1 star
Grand Junction Regional Airport
53 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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