State Senate District 8, CO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
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
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
161,673 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
46.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$95,432 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$611,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$661 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,544 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
40.4% 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 17 20
Feb 1 16 23
Mar 1 18 31
Apr 1 16 38
May 1 5 48
Jun 1 0 56
Jul 1 0 63
Aug 1 0 61
Sep 1 1 53
Oct 1 6 42
Nov 1 16 30
Dec 1 17 21

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 49% of residents leaning left and 45% leaning right.

Liberal (49%) (45%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 43%
Hillary Clinton 49%
Other 7%

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

Hayden Valley Elementary School
25 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Hayden High School
25 miles, NE • 3.7 star
Hayden Middle School
25 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Colorado Mountain College
42 miles, S • 1.9 star
Intellitec College-Grand Junction
92 miles, SW • 1 star
Colorado Mesa University
95 miles, SW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Memorial Hospital, The
26 miles, N • 3.2 star
Valley View Hospital Association
43 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Airports

Yampa Valley Airport
25 miles, NE • 1 star
Eagle County Regional Airport
45 miles, S • 1.4 star
Grand Junction Regional Airport
92 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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