Saguache County, CO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
6,511 332.4M (US)
Median Age
49.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
58.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
30.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$54,283 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
82.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$200,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$392 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$579 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.8% 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 0 10 20
Feb 0 9 24
Mar 1 12 32
Apr 1 8 40
May 1 2 49
Jun 1 0 58
Jul 2 0 62
Aug 2 0 61
Sep 1 0 54
Oct 1 3 44
Nov 1 8 32
Dec 0 10 21

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 52% of residents leaning left and 40% leaning right.

Liberal (53%) (41%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 44%
Hillary Clinton 47%
Other 9%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, CO State Senate District 6, CO State House District 62, CO
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Schools

Mountain Valley School
6 miles, E • 2.3 star
Moffat Prek-12 School
18 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Haskin Elementary School
20 miles, S • 1.9 star

Colleges

Adams State University
43 miles, S • 1.9 star
Western Colorado University
52 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Pueblo Community College
88 miles, E • 1.4 star
Colorado State University-Pueblo
92 miles, E • 1.9 star

Hospitals

Rio Grande Hospital
26 miles, SW • 5 star
San Luis Valley Health
43 miles, S • 4.1 star

Airports

Montrose Regional Airport
96 miles, NW • 1 star
Pueblo Memorial Airport
96 miles, E • 1 star