Buena Vista, CO
Full City Profile · Colorado · Chaffee County County
Buena Vista, CO
At a Glance
How Buena Vista Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Buena Vista's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Buena Vista a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Buena Vista residents earn a median household income of $58,409 , which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,921. The unemployment rate stands at 14.6% (306% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,244 business establishments, including 137 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Buena Vista is $495,800 , 76% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $669,274. Median rent is $1,519/month, with 32.7% 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 1987.
Safety & Crime
Buena Vista reports 95 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 75% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 349/100K.
Education
41.6% of adults in Buena Vista hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% above the national average). 95.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Buena Vista has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 9.9 inches.