Rio Blanco County, 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 3/10
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
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
6,518 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
26.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$72,620 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
17 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$243,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$370 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$774 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
59.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 15 18
Feb 1 13 23
Mar 1 11 34
Apr 1 8 43
May 1 1 52
Jun 1 0 61
Jul 1 0 68
Aug 1 0 66
Sep 1 0 57
Oct 2 3 45
Nov 1 13 31
Dec 1 16 20

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 17% of residents leaning left and 78% leaning right.

Liberal (17%) (79%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 80%
Hillary Clinton 13%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, CO State Senate District 8, CO State House District 26, CO
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Schools

Meeker Elementary School
16 miles, E • 2.8 star
Meeker High School
16 miles, E • 3.2 star
Barone Middle School
16 miles, E • 2.8 star

Colleges

Colorado Mountain College
55 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Intellitec College-Grand Junction
62 miles, SW • 1 star
Colorado Mesa University
64 miles, SW • 1.9 star

Hospitals

Grand River Hospital District
38 miles, S • 4.1 star
Memorial Hospital, The
50 miles, NE • 3.2 star

Airports

Grand Junction Regional Airport
61 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Yampa Valley Airport
63 miles, E • 1 star
Eagle County Regional Airport
72 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Vernal Regional Airport
76 miles, NW • 1 star