Valdez, CO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 10/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 2/10
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
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
8 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
100.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
0.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$51,081 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
0 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$302,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$357 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$565 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
100.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Las Animas County
3
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

Las Animas County
6
Colorado
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 0 7 28
Feb 1 8 31
Mar 1 12 39
Apr 1 7 46
May 2 1 55
Jun 2 0 64
Jul 2 0 68
Aug 3 0 66
Sep 2 0 59
Oct 1 3 49
Nov 1 8 37
Dec 1 8 28

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 43% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (43%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 54%
Hillary Clinton 40%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, CO State Senate District 35, CO State House District 47, CO
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Schools

Primero Junior-Senior High School
7 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Primero Elementary School
7 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Trinidad High School
9 miles, E • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Trinidad State Junior College
9 miles, E • 1.4 star
Adams State University
70 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Pueblo Community College
78 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Mt San Rafael Hospital
11 miles, E • 5 star
Miners' Colfax Medical Center
22 miles, S • 3.2 star
San Luis Valley Health
71 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Pueblo Memorial Airport
81 miles, NE • 1 star
Santa Fe Municipal Airport
131 miles, SW • 1 star
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