Battlement Mesa, CO
Full City Profile · Colorado · Rio Blanco County County
Battlement Mesa, CO
At a Glance
How Battlement Mesa Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Battlement Mesa's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Battlement Mesa a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Battlement Mesa residents earn a median household income of $69,432 , which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,610. The unemployment rate stands at 3.3% (8% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 276 business establishments, including 26 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Battlement Mesa is $231,500 , 18% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $415,400. Median rent is $972/month, with 19.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 103.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1991.
Education
27.1% of adults in Battlement Mesa hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% below the national average). 86.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Battlement Mesa has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 46.