Summit County, CO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 8/10
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
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
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
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
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
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
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
30,857 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
54.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
52.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$106,255 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$850,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$858 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,768 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
26.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Breckenridge Urban Area
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

Breckenridge Urban Area
2
Colorado
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 17 19
Feb 1 20 21
Mar 1 25 27
Apr 2 24 34
May 1 8 44
Jun 1 1 53
Jul 2 0 58
Aug 2 0 57
Sep 2 2 49
Oct 1 10 39
Nov 1 20 28
Dec 1 18 20

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 63% of residents leaning left and 30% leaning right.

Liberal (64%) (30%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 27%
Hillary Clinton 66%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, CO State Senate District 8, CO State House District 13, CO
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Schools

The Peak School
4 miles, S • 5 star
Summit Middle School
4 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Silverthorne Elementary School
4 miles, E • 1 star
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Colleges

Colorado School of Mines
49 miles, E • 4.6 star
Red Rocks Community College
53 miles, E • 1.9 star
University of Colorado Boulder
53 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Hospitals

Vail Health Hospital
13 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Eagle County Regional Airport
41 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Denver International Airport
80 miles, E • 5 star
Yampa Valley Airport
82 miles, N • 1 star
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