Rifle, CO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
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
10,466 332.4M (US)
Median Age
32.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$80,629 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$377,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$608 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,053 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
67.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 16 23
Feb 1 15 28
Mar 1 11 36
Apr 1 8 45
May 2 2 54
Jun 1 0 62
Jul 1 0 69
Aug 1 0 66
Sep 2 0 57
Oct 2 3 47
Nov 1 12 33
Dec 1 17 24

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 31% of residents leaning left and 61% leaning right.

Liberal (32%) (62%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 61%
Hillary Clinton 27%
Other 12%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Highland Elementary School
<1 miles, E • 1.9 star
Graham Mesa Elementary School
<1 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Rifle Middle School
<1 miles, W • 1 star
Rifle High School
1 miles, NW • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Colorado Mountain College
24 miles, E • 1.9 star
Colorado Mesa University
52 miles, W • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Grand River Hospital District
1 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Valley View Hospital Association
24 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Eagle County Regional Airport
46 miles, E • 1.4 star
Grand Junction Regional Airport
50 miles, W • 1.4 star
Montrose Regional Airport
71 miles, SW • 1 star
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