Somerset, CO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 10/10
home Housing 1/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
Commuter’s Dream. The area offers extremely short and efficient commutes, with minimal travel times and excellent accessibility.
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
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
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
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
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
0 332.4M (US)
Median Age
29.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
0.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
0.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$101,750 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
0.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
0 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$638,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$353 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,764 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
0.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Gunnison 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

Gunnison County
2
Colorado
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 13 19
Feb 2 12 23
Mar 2 12 31
Apr 2 6 39
May 1 4 49
Jun 1 0 59
Jul 2 0 64
Aug 2 0 62
Sep 2 0 54
Oct 2 3 44
Nov 2 8 30
Dec 2 13 20

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 63% of residents leaning left and 32% leaning right.

Liberal (63%) (32%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 33%
Hillary Clinton 61%
Other 6%

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
8 miles, W • 4.1 star
Paonia High School
8 miles, W • 3.7 star
Hotchkiss High School
16 miles, W • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Technical College of the Rockies
34 miles, W • 1.4 star
Western Colorado University
39 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Colorado Mountain College
43 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Intellitec College-Grand Junction
59 miles, NW • 1 star
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Hospitals

Delta County Memorial Hospital
34 miles, W • 4.1 star
Montrose Memorial Hospital
38 miles, SW • 5 star
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Airports

Montrose Regional Airport
37 miles, SW • 1 star
Eagle County Regional Airport
57 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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