Parachute, CO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
1,513 332.4M (US)
Median Age
26.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
9.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$58,910 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
36 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$269,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$400 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$922 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
48.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Garfield County
3
Rifle 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

Garfield County
4
Rifle Urban Area
4
Colorado
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 17 25
Feb 1 15 30
Mar 1 14 39
Apr 1 11 47
May 2 4 56
Jun 1 0 65
Jul 1 0 71
Aug 1 0 69
Sep 2 0 60
Oct 2 6 49
Nov 1 12 36
Dec 1 19 25

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (36%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 61%
Hillary Clinton 31%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, CO State Senate District 5, CO State House District 57, CO
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Schools

Grand Valley High School
<1 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Bea Underwood Elementary School
1 miles, S • 1.4 star
Grand Valley Middle School
2 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Colorado Mesa University
37 miles, W • 1.9 star
Colorado Mountain College
39 miles, E • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Grand River Hospital District
16 miles, E • 4.1 star
St Marys Medical Center
37 miles, W • 3.2 star
Community Hospital
38 miles, W • 5 star
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Airports

Grand Junction Regional Airport
34 miles, W • 1.4 star
Eagle County Regional Airport
62 miles, E • 1.4 star
Montrose Regional Airport
65 miles, S • 1 star
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