Cortez, CO
Full City Profile · Colorado · Montezuma County County
Cortez, CO
At a Glance
How Cortez Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Cortez's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Cortez a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Cortez residents earn a median household income of $51,377 , which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,086. The unemployment rate stands at 5.6% (56% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,029 business establishments, including 90 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Cortez is $226,700 , 20% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $342,949. Median rent is $1,028/month, with 33.9% 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 1972.
Safety & Crime
Cortez reports 471 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 24% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,961/100K.
Education
29.2% of adults in Cortez hold a bachelor's degree or higher (13% below the national average). 89.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Cortez has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.