Durango, CO
Full City Profile · Colorado · La Plata County County
Durango, CO
At a Glance
How Durango Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Durango's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Durango a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Durango residents earn a median household income of $79,545 , which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $43,252. The unemployment rate stands at 2.6% (28% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,080 business establishments, including 228 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Durango is $609,700 , 116% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $765,056. Median rent is $1,562/month, with 32.0% 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 1983.
Safety & Crime
Durango reports 340 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 10% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,511/100K.
Education
58.3% of adults in Durango hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% above the national average). 97.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Durango has an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 19.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 46.