Weston, CO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 6/10
directions_run Walkability 8/10
directions_bus Transit 8/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Moderately Bikeable. Biking is possible but may be limited by inconsistent infrastructure, traffic conditions, or distance to amenities.
directions_run Walkability
Highly Walkable. Most errands can be completed on foot, with well-maintained pedestrian infrastructure and accessible amenities.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Well-Connected. Public transportation is widely available and dependable, providing good coverage for most destinations.
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
42 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
22.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
45.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$75,208 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
18 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$301,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$340 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$565 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
37.5% 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 is a Republican stronghold, with 42% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right.

Liberal (42%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 55%
Hillary Clinton 39%
Other 6%

Schools

Primero Junior-Senior High School
4 miles, SE 2.3 star
Primero Elementary School
4 miles, SE 3.7 star
Trinidad High School
19 miles, E 1.9 star
Trinidad Middle School
20 miles, E 1 star

Colleges

Trinidad State Junior College
20 miles, E 1.4 star
Adams State University
60 miles, NW 1.9 star
University of New Mexico-Taos Campus
70 miles, SW 1.9 star
Pueblo Community College
78 miles, NE 1.4 star

Hospitals

Mt San Rafael Hospital
21 miles, E 5 star
Miners' Colfax Medical Center
30 miles, SE 3.2 star
Spanish Peaks Regional Health Center
32 miles, NE 4.1 star
San Luis Valley Health
60 miles, NW 4.1 star

Airports

Pueblo Memorial Airport
82 miles, NE 1 star
Santa Fe Municipal Airport
126 miles, SW 1 star