Fruitvale, CO

Colorado · Mesa County · Grand Junction Metro

Fruitvale is a small city in Colorado with a population of 7,998. Residents earn $76,339 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0

B Good

7,998 Population 2,826/sq mi density

$76,339 Median Income $37,283 per capita

$299,900 Home Value $325,130 Zillow

$1,800 Median Rent 21.4% income on rent

54°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr

477 Violent Crime/100K 4,219 property/100K

Overall

3.3 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

4.4 / 5.0

$76,339 median income, 2.2% unemployment

Affordability

4.5 / 5.0

$299,900 home value, $1,800/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

477 violent crimes/100K (25% above avg)

Education

3.2 / 5.0

27.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $76,339

2% higher than US avg

Home Value $299,900

6% higher than US avg

Violent Crime 477/100K

25% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 27.1%

20% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,800

55% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 30.4%

5% lower than US avg

Unemployment 2.2%

39% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 6.1%

51% lower than US avg

How Fruitvale Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population7,998

Median Age41.6 yrs

Density2,826/mi²

Male / Female49% / 51%

Largest GroupWhite 84%

Veterans10.1%

Economy

Median Income$76,339

Per Capita$37,283

Unemployment2.2%

Poverty6.1%

County GDP$9,476M

Commute20 min

Housing

Home Value$299,900

Rent$1,800

Ownership92.3%

Zillow$325,130

Housing Units3,372

Rent Burden21.4%

Crime

Violent477/100K

Property4,219/100K

Health

Obesity30.4%

Uninsured11.6%

Smoking14.1%

Depression24.8%

Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain8.9 in/yr

Sunny Days330/yr

Elevation4,722 ft (1,439 m)

Education

Bachelor's+27.1%

High School+93.6%

Graduate+6.8%

School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 37%

Commute20 min

Broadband88.3%

EV Stations1

Libraries8

Is Fruitvale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fruitvale receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Fruitvale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fruitvale is $76,339, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fruitvale is $299,900, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,800 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 477 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 / something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,219 per 100,000, 115% above the national average.

Education

27.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Fruitvale experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 8.9 inches, including 12.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Fruitvale has a population of 7,998 with a density of 2,826 people per square mile, spread across 2.9 square miles. The median age is 41.6 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.6% female and 49.4% male. The city is predominantly White (84.4%), with 3.6% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.6% of residents. 10.1% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 14.1% of residents have a disability. 87.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

7,998

Total Population

2,826

People / sq mi

41.6yrs

Median Age

7% above US avg

2.9mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%

Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Fruitvale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.6%

24% above US avg

Spanish 2.4%

82% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fruitvale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fruitvale is $76,339, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,283. The average weekly wage is $1,102, 23% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 5,690 business establishments, including 370 restaurants. The cost of living index is 103.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 14.4% of workers work from home.

Income: Fruitvale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$76,339
	2% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$37,283
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,102
IRS Avg AGI	$72,898
Gini Index	0.440 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.2%
	39% below US avg
Poverty Rate	6.1%
	51% below US avg
Establishments (County)	5,690
County GDP	$9,476M

Business (County)

Restaurants	370
Healthcare	475
Retail	574
Manufacturing	167

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,954
	16% below US avg
Cost of Living	103.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	0.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	20.2 min
Drive Alone	72.2%
Public Transit	1.8%
Work from Home	14.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Fruitvale is $299,900, 6% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $325,130. Homes sell for 98.6% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,800 (55% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,161 for a one-bedroom to $1,429 for a two-bedroom apartment. 92.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 3,372 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1985. The average annual property tax is $2,954 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 21.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.9x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$299,900
	6% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$325,130
Median List Price	$569,999

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$569,999
$/Sq Ft	$244
Homes Sold	19
Sale-to-List Ratio	98.6%
Price Drops	40.0%
Inventory	20

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,800
	55% above US avg
Rent Burden	21.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$1,083
1 Bedroom	$1,161
2 Bedrooms	$1,429
3 Bedrooms	$1,861
4 Bedrooms	$2,178

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	92.3%
Owner-Occupied	92.3%
Renter-Occupied	7.7%
Housing Units	3,372
Median Year Built	1985

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,954
	16% below US avg
Effective Rate	0.98%

In Fruitvale, 30.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.2% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.3% of residents. 27.0% have high blood pressure. 14.1% are current smokers. 18.5% report binge drinking. 19.7% are physically inactive, below the national average. 24.8% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.5% experience frequent mental distress. 11.6% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:855. The dentist ratio is 1:1,344. 56.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.8 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Fruitvale vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	30.4%
	5% below US avg
Diabetes	8.2%
Heart Disease	5.3%
High Blood Pressure	27.0%
Asthma	11.7%
COPD	6.1%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.1%
	1% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.5%
Physical Inactivity	19.7%
Depression	24.8%
Mental Distress	18.5%
Physical Distress	13.5%
Short Sleep	31.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	87.3%
Uninsured	11.6%
	35% above US avg
Primary Care	1:855
Dentists	1:1,344
Mental Health	1:252
Checkup Rate	68.6%
Dental Visits	60.6%
Premature Death	8,653/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.8/10
Exercise Access	56.7%
Healthcare Facilities	475

Fruitvale has a violent crime rate of 477 per 100,000 residents, 25% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 4,219 per 100,000, 115% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 28 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Fruitvale receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Fruitvale vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	476.9/100K
	25% above US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	4,218.6/100K
	115% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	28
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters	91

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Fruitvale experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 8.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 12.6 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 4,722 feet.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	54.0°F
	0% below US avg
January Average	29°F (-2°C)
July Average	79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	330 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	4,722 ft (1,439 m)
Area	2.9 sq mi (7.5 km²)
Population Density	2,826/sq mi
Coordinates	39.0933°N, 108.4788°W
Timezone	America/Denver
County	Mesa County County
Nearest Airport	Grand Junction Regional (GJT) 3 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 8.9"

77% below US avg

Snowfall 12.6"

Wettest Month (Oct) 1.14"

Driest Month (Feb) 0.55"

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0508 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	4.5 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	75.1 / 100
Social Vulnerability	37.0 / 100
Community Resilience	56.7 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Very Low
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Relatively Moderate
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Very Low
Strong Wind	Very Low
Heat Wave	Relatively Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Moderate
Lightning	Very High
Ice Storm	Relatively Low
Drought	Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave	Relatively Low
Landslide	Relatively High
Volcano	Very Low
Avalanche	Relatively High

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

96 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M3.2 on Apr 3, 2025.

Mar 20, 1995	10 km NNW of Rangely, Colorado	M4.5	124 km
Mar 4, 2019	29 km E of La Sal, Utah	M4.5	98 km
Sep 13, 1994	17 km N of Sawpit, Colorado	M4.4	114 km
May 27, 2000	29 km WNW of Naturita, Colorado	M4.4	97 km
Jan 31, 2002	28 km SSW of Craig, Colorado	M4.3	149 km
May 20, 1995	434km E of Wendover, Utah	M4.1	129 km
Aug 9, 2001	11 km NNE of Chacra, Colorado	M4.0	114 km
Apr 7, 1990	28 km WNW of Bonanza, Utah	M4.0	141 km
Jan 24, 2013	22 km E of La Sal, Utah	M3.9	96 km
Feb 10, 2006	1 km NNE of Chacra, Colorado	M3.8	105 km
May 31, 2022	37 km ENE of Thompson Springs, Utah	M3.8	71 km
Apr 22, 2017	4 km NW of Rangely, Colorado	M3.8	118 km
Jul 6, 1999	27 km WNW of Naturita, Colorado	M3.7	97 km
Nov 8, 1991	17 km WNW of Bonanza, Utah	M3.7	135 km
Mar 2, 1991	27 km SSW of Jensen, Utah	M3.7	144 km
Jun 3, 1999	28 km E of La Sal, Utah	M3.7	98 km
Nov 11, 2000	14 km SE of Jensen, Utah	M3.6	146 km
Oct 14, 1993	36 km SW of Spanish Valley, Utah	M3.6	144 km
May 13, 1993	10 km NW of Rangely, Colorado	M3.5	123 km
Dec 10, 1999	11 km NE of Dinosaur, Colorado	M3.5	140 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

15 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF1. Total: 1 injury.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Jul 9, 2015	EF1	32 km	0
Oct 4, 2005	EF1	92 km	0
May 6, 2005	EF1	67 km	0
May 13, 2004	EF1	93 km	0
Sep 11, 2002	EF1	54 km	0
Sep 8, 2000	EF1	25 km	0
May 19, 2009	EF0	17 km	0
Aug 2, 2005	EF0	46 km	0
May 29, 2005	EF0	11 km	0
Oct 17, 2004	EF0	33 km	0
Jun 3, 2002	EF0	46 km	0
Apr 15, 2000	EF0	44 km	0
Apr 11, 2000	EF0	3 km	0
Aug 8, 1998	EF0	12 km	0
Jul 31, 1994	EF0	58 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: PINE GULCH (138,141 ac, 2020).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2020	PINE GULCH	138,141	36 km
2002	RATTLE COMPLEX (RATTLE)	87,396	95 km
2018	BULL DRAW	37,178	67 km
2012	WOLF DEN	19,419	91 km
1989	DIAMONDPK	15,685	87 km
2012	PINE RIDGE	13,862	22 km
2001	INDIAN SPR	13,458	82 km
2021	OIL SPRINGS	12,597	80 km
1999	TOMS CYN	6,030	48 km
2012	SUNRISE MINE	5,905	84 km
2018	RED CANYON	5,701	69 km
1995	TRIANGLE	5,688	55 km
1996	HATCHET	5,685	36 km
2002	CANYONS COMPLEX (HANG DOG)	5,668	95 km
2000	CONE MOUNTAIN	4,708	70 km
1994	BITTCRCOMP	4,445	60 km
2004	CAMPBELL	4,429	75 km
1994	TWO ROAD	4,240	48 km
2023	COWCREEKRXNORTH	4,147	54 km
2023	LITTLE MESA	4,048	53 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	29°F (-2°C)	0.6 in	Coldest
February	35°F (2°C)	0.6 in	Driest
March	44°F (6°C)	0.9 in
April	51°F (11°C)	0.8 in
May	61°F (16°C)	0.9 in
June	71°F (22°C)	0.6 in
July	79°F (26°C)	0.8 in	Warmest
August	76°F (24°C)	1.0 in
September	66°F (19°C)	1.0 in
October	54°F (12°C)	1.1 in	Wettest
November	40°F (4°C)	0.8 in
December	30°F (-1°C)	0.6 in

Fruitvale has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 29°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 9.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (1.1") and February the driest (0.6").

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Fruitvale is located in Mesa County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 27.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 20% below the national average of 33.7%. 93.6% have completed high school. 6.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.7 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 61% of the vote, a 24.3-point margin. 88.3% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 8 public libraries serving the community. 475 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 72.2% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61%

D 36.7%

Winner: Republican by 24.3 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	28
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	27.1%
	20% below US avg
High School+	93.6%
Graduate Degree+	6.8%
School Test Score	5.73

B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3	Metro / under 250K
Population Density	2,826/sq mi
Total Area	2.9 sq mi
County	Mesa County County

Services

Broadband Access	88.3%
Avg Download Speed	116.2 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	6.7 Mbps
Max Download Speed	987 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	1
Alt Fuel Stations	1
Public Libraries	8
Healthcare Facilities	475
Restaurants	370
Retail Stores	574

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	20.2 min
Drive Alone	72.2%
Public Transit	1.8%
Work from Home	14.4%

Average costs for common services in Fruitvale. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$258 ($155–$412)
Specialist Visit	$361 ($206–$567)
Urgent Care Visit	$206 ($103–$361)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,268 ($825–$5,155)
Dental Cleaning	$134 ($77–$206)
Dental Filling	$258 ($155–$412)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$46 ($26–$77)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$77 ($52–$124)
Brake Pad Replacement	$309 ($155–$516)
Tire Rotation	$41 ($21–$77)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$619 ($412–$1,031)
Battery Replacement	$206 ($103–$361)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$103 ($62–$155)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$93 ($52–$144)
HVAC Repair	$412 ($155–$825)
HVAC System Install	$7,217 ($4,124–$12,372)
Roof Repair	$1,031 ($412–$2,062)
Roof Replacement	$9,279 ($5,671–$15,465)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,547 ($516–$3,609)
Divorce (Contested)	$15,465 ($5,155–$30,930)
DUI Defense	$5,155 ($2,062–$10,310)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,547 ($825–$3,093)
Will Preparation	$516 ($206–$1,031)
Trust Preparation	$2,578 ($1,031–$5,155)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$26 ($15–$46)
Women's Haircut	$57 ($31–$103)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$155 ($77–$258)
Manicure	$26 ($15–$46)
Pedicure	$41 ($26–$67)
Massage (1 Hour)	$82 ($52–$134)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$4.23 ($3.09–$5.67)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.61 ($2.58–$5.16)
Loaf of Bread	$3.92 ($2.58–$5.67)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.64 ($3.09–$6.70)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.67 ($4.12–$7.73)
Rice (per lb)	$1.03 ($0.62–$1.86)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$144 ($82–$258)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$72 ($31–$155)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$72 ($41–$124)
Internet (Monthly)	$72 ($41–$103)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$67 ($31–$103)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$88 ($52–$155)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$206 ($77–$516)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$2,062 ($1,237–$3,609)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$72 ($31–$134)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$15 ($8.25–$26)
Car Registration (Annual)	$103 ($31–$258)
Driver's License Renewal	$31 ($15–$77)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,237 ($619–$2,578)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$1,031 ($516–$2,062)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$412 ($206–$722)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$52 ($26–$103)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$1,031 ($412–$2,578)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$12,888 ($5,155–$30,930)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$62 ($31–$103)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$103 ($52–$206)
Dog Grooming	$62 ($31–$103)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$41 ($21–$77)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$309 ($155–$516)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$206 ($103–$412)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$964
Toddler	$875
Preschool	$785
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$755
Toddler	$735
Preschool	$735

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Mesa County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance	12,228	654	$63,296	1.28
Retail Trade	8,843	568	$43,409	1.32
Accommodation & Food Services	7,141	358	$26,616	1.17
Construction	5,122	675	$67,883	1.46
Manufacturing	3,097	202	$57,927	0.56
Administrative & Waste Services	2,689	301	$52,977	0.68
Transportation & Warehousing	2,620	178	$63,783	0.93
Professional & Technical Services	2,585	734	$72,265	0.56
Wholesale Trade	2,411	296	$74,978	0.92
Other Services	2,011	450	$43,907	1.00
Finance & Insurance	1,609	279	$80,786	0.59
Mining & Oil/Gas	1,526	123	$111,628	6.03
Arts & Entertainment	1,100	86	$20,653	0.98
Real Estate	1,033	398	$50,454	1.00
Educational Services	739	73	$30,085	0.53
Information & Technology	575	74	$76,282	0.46
Agriculture & Forestry	313	57	$33,848	0.58
Utilities	223	15	$109,779	0.88
Management of Companies	201	42	$80,834	0.18
Unclassified	9	20	$64,915	0.10

Radio Stations near Fruitvale

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
KAFM	community radio, music	MP3 128 kbps

Campgrounds Near Fruitvale

11 campgrounds found near Fruitvale.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
Moose Manor Cabin	4.7/5	1	$200
ISLAND LAKE CAMPGROUND	4.6/5	32	$26–$190
COBBETT LAKE	4.5/5	20	$22–$24
JUMBO CAMPGROUND	4.5/5	26	$26–$72
SADDLEHORN CAMPGROUND	4.5/5	79	$11–$22
Black Bear Cabin at Mesa Lakes (CO)	4.1/5	1	$200
North Fruita Desert Campground	4.0/5	144	$20–$50
Aspen Leaf Cabin (Uncompahgre National Forest, Co)	3.5/5	1	Free
Little Bear	—	1	Free
OAK CABIN	—	1	Free
Spruce Grove (CO)	—	1	Free

National Parks Near Fruitvale

19 national parks and monuments found near Fruitvale.

Park	Type	Fee
Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park	National Park	$30
Colorado National Monument	National Monument	$25
Colorado River	State Park	Free
Crawford State Park	State Park	Free
Harvey Gap State Park	State Park	Free
Highline Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Highline State Park	State Park	Free
James M. Robb - Colorado River State Park	State Park	Free
James M. Robb - Colorado River State Park - Connected Lakes	State Park	Free
James M. Robb - Colorado River State Park - Corn Lake	State Park	Free
James M. Robb - Colorado River State Park - Fruita	State Park	Free
James M. Robb - Colorado River State Park - Island Aces	State Park	Free
James M. Robb - Colorado River State Park - River Wildlife Area	State Park	Free
Ridgway State Park	State Park	Free
Rifle Falls State Park	State Park	Free
Rifle Gap State Park	State Park	Free
Sweitzer Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Vega State Park	State Park	Free
Wacker Ranch	State Park	Free

Trails Near Fruitvale

152+ trails found near Fruitvale.

Trail	Miles	Surface	Hike	Bike	Horse
LANDS END LOOP SNOWMOBILE	18.2	SNOW	—	—	—
COLD SORE SNOWMOBILE	12.6	SNOW	—	—	—
PALISADE PLUNGE	11.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
SHORT POINT	10.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
UNAWEEP	8.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
COAL CREEK	8.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
MESA TOP	7.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
KANNAH CREEK	7.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
SPRING CAMP	7.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
PALISADE PLUNGE	6.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
INDIAN POINT	6.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
GRIFFITH SKI LOOP	6.6	SNOW	—	—	—
UTE CREEK	6.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
FLOWING PARK	6.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
NORTH BENCH	6.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LANDS END UPPER CONNECTION SNO	6.0	SNOW	—	—	—
WEST BENCH	5.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
CORRAL GULCH	5.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WEST BENCH SKI	5.5	SNOW	—	—	—
SMITH POINT	5.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
BLUE CREEK	5.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
BULL BASIN	5.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BASIN	4.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MAILBOX	4.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
FRANKS BENCH	4.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
CABIN	4.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LAKE OF THE WOODS	4.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
COAL CREEK BASIN	4.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
WARD LAKE SKI	4.2	SNOW	—	—	—
BULL CREEK SNOWMOBILE AND SKI	4.2	SNOW	—	—	—
HUNGRY GULCH	4.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
RIDGE	4.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WHITEWATER BASIN	3.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
BAD LAND	3.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
BLUE GROUSE	3.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
ROCKY PITCH LOOP	3.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
INDIAN POINT	3.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
CORRAL FORK	3.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
BIG CREEK	3.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BITTLE LOOP	3.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
TELEPHONE	3.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
LITTLE CREEK	3.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
COW CREEK	3.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
POINT CAMP	3.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GILL CREEK	3.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CRANE LAKE	3.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
DIVIDE FORKS CUTOFF	3.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GREENWOOD	3.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WILDCAT	3.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
LONG POINT	3.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
LITTLE BEAR LAKE	3.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
TURKEY FLATS	2.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
DEEP CREEK	2.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CRUM RESERVOIR	2.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MASSEY BRANCH	2.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GILL	2.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WINTER CAMP	2.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
DOMINGUEZ CUTOFF	2.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
LA FAIR	2.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
RIM VIEW	2.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BLACK POINT	2.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
KANNAH CROSSING	2.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
TOWER	2.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
NORTH FORK BEAR CANYON	2.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
SUNLIGHT TO POWDERHORN SNO	2.5	SNOW	—	—	—
WARD SKI SKINNED HORSE	2.5	SNOW	—	—	—
DROP OFF	2.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BIG CREEK SCOUT	2.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BLACK PINE	2.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
UTE CREEK CUTOFF	2.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
COUNTY LINE SKI TOWER	2.4	SNOW	—	—	—
COUNTY LINE SKI OVERLOOK	2.2	SNOW	—	—	—
EAST UNAWEEP	2.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
SHORT POINT CUTOFF	2.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
INDIAN POINT CUTOFF	2.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
SCOTLAND	2.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SCALES LAKE	2.2	CRUSHED AGGREGATE OR GRAVEL	—	Yes	—
ASPEN COVE SNOWMOBILE	2.0	SNOW	—	—	—
OVERLOOK	2.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
SUNLIGHT TO POWDERHORN SNO	2.0	SNOW	—	—	—
SKYWAY SKI LIONS LOOP	1.9	SNOW	—	—	—
SKYWAY SKI SUNSET	1.9	SNOW	—	—	—
RIM VIEW CONNECTOR	1.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
SKYWAY SKI SCALES LAKE RD	1.8	SNOW	—	—	—
SKYWAY SKI VISTA VALLEY	1.8	SNOW	—	—	—
COTTONWOOD	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LITTLE DOLORES	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MAILBOX CUTOFF	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LANDS END OBS SNOWMOBILE	1.6	SNOW	—	—	—
HAYPRESS	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
MIDDLE FORK BEAR CANYON	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
GRIFFITH SKI CUTOFF	1.5	SNOW	—	—	—
BULL & BROWN (GRANBY)	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
ISLAND LAKE	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CRAG CREST NRT	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SKYWAY SKI VISTA RIDGE	1.5	SNOW	—	—	—
SKYWAY SKI SUMMIT	1.5	SNOW	—	—	—
COUNTY LINE SKI DOG LOOP	1.5	SNOW	—	—	—
DOG LOOP	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
RESERVOIR #1	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
BUNCH GROUND	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
SNOWSHOE	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
FARMERS	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
SKID TRAIL	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
MESA CREEK	1.3	IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
LIONS	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
CEDAREDGE OVERLOOK	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
COUNTY LINE SKI OUTER LIMITS	1.3	SNOW	—	—	—
MESA LAKE SHORE	1.3	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BULL CREEK CUTOFF	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
DEEP CREEK CUTOFF	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
COUNTY LINE SKI KANNAH X-ING	1.1	SNOW	—	—	—
BIG CREEK CUTOFF	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
CARSON LAKE	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
CHEEVERS	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
TRAVERSE	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
LOST LAKE	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GILL SPUR	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WARD SKI EAST WARD	1.0	SNOW	—	—	—
CRAG TO COBBETT	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SWITCHBACK	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
GLACIER SPRINGS CUTOFF	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BLUE LAKE	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
WARD LAKE	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WARD SKI FINNEY	0.8	SNOW	—	—	—
WARD SKI WILD TRAIL	0.8	SNOW	—	—	—
COUNTY LINE SKI SCALES GLADE	0.7	SNOW	—	—	—
LEONARDS RIDGE	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
CARSON HOLE	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MUD HOLES	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SKYWAY SKI WINSLOW	0.6	SNOW	—	—	—
SKYWAY SKI ARROYO	0.5	SNOW	—	—	—
COUNTY LINE CONNECTOR	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
WARD SKI DEEP SLOUGH	0.5	SNOW	—	—	—
WARD SKI SHEEP	0.5	SNOW	—	—	—
WARD SKI STAIRCASE	0.4	SNOW	—	—	—
SCOTLAND CUTOFF	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BRET POINT	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
COUNTY LINE SKI LOOP TWO	0.4	SNOW	—	—	—
COBBETT LAKE	0.4	IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WARD SKI HIGH TRAIL	0.4	SNOW	—	—	—
LAND OF LAKES	0.4	ASPHALT	Yes	—	—
SCALES LAKE	0.3	CRUSHED AGGREGATE OR GRAVEL	—	Yes	—
GRAND MESA DISCOVERY	0.3	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
COBBETT TO WARD	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ANDERSON ROAD CUTOFF	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SKYWAY SKI WILLS HILL	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
BULL CREEK CUTOFF	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
DOG CUTOFF	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
COUNTY LINE SKI DOG CUTOFF	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
WARD SKI CUT OFF	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
COUNTY LINE SKI LOOP ONE TIE	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—

Historical Trends — Fruitvale

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	8,499	$55,602
2015	7,458	$52,635
2017	7,785	$59,191
2019	7,874	$63,509
2021	7,883	$66,270
2023	7,998	$76,339

Museums in Fruitvale

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
CROSS ORCHARDS HISTORIC SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9704349814	$1,385,477
MUSEUM OF WESTERN COLORADO	HISTORY MUSEUM	�3073 PATTERSON RD	9704349814	$1,385,477
WESTERN COLORADO CENTER FOR THE ARTS	ART MUSEUM		9702437337	$479,638
JOHN MCCONNELL MATH & SCIENCE CENTER OF WESTERN COLORADO	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM		9702541626	$460,354
COLORADO NATIONAL MONUMENT	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9708583617	$176,212
COLORADO NATIONAL MONUMENT ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	1750 RIM ROCK DRIVE		$176,212
GRAND VALLEY MODEL RAILROAD CLUB	GENERAL MUSEUM	3073 F ROAD
JOHNSON ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM
MESA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	462 UTE AVE	9702605226
ORDER OF THE AZURE ROSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
PALISADE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	311 SOUTH MAIN STREET
ROCKY MOUNTAIN WING CNFDRT	GENERAL MUSEUM		9702560693
WESTERN COLORADO BOTANICAL GARDENS	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	641 STRUTHERS AVE	9702453288
WESTERN COLORADO BOTANICAL SOCIETY	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	641 STRUTHERS AVE	9702453288

Libraries in Fruitvale

Name	Address	Staff	Annual Visits	Circulation	Collection	Programs
MESA COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT	443 NORTH 6TH STREET	0.0	762,061

Farmers Markets in Fruitvale

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
American National Bank Downtown Farmers Market Festival	5th and Rood Avenue
Farm and Ranch Market (FARM)	28th & North Avenue

Breweries in Fruitvale

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Carlson Vineyards Winery	Brewers, Wineries	461 35 Rd	8884645554, 9704645554	Visit
Edgewater Brewery	Brewers	905 Struthers Ave	9702433659	Visit
Meadery of The Rockies	Brewers, Wineries	3701 G Rd	9704647899	Visit
Palisade Brewery	Wholesale Beer, Brewers	200 Peach Ave	9704641462, 9704647257
Palisade Brewing Company	Brewery, American Restaurant, and Bar	342 W 2nd St	9704647257	Visit
Plum Creek Winery	Brewers, Wineries	3708 G Rd	9704647586	Visit
Reeder Mesa Vineyards	manufacturing, wholesale, food, Brewers, Wineries, winery, Tourist Attractions	7799 Reeder Mesa Rd	9702427468	Visit
Whitewater Hill Vineyards	Brewers, Wineries	220 32 Rd	9704346868	Visit

Power Plants Near Fruitvale

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
MESA PV1	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-108.5	OP

Bridges in Fruitvale

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Culvert	Concrete	1964	21	22,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1956	151	16,000	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1956	67	14,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1976	37	11,960	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1996	48	8,822	G
Culvert	Concrete	1986	24	7,414	F
Culvert	Concrete	1995	58	4,790	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2017	43	4,180	G
Culvert	Concrete	2019	27	1,231	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1986	46	314	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1989	62	290	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1986	46	213	F
Tee Beam	Concrete continuous	1964	212	193	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1994	58	96	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1949	34	19	F

Amtrak Stations in Fruitvale

1 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Grand Junction, CO	339 South 1st Street	TRAIN

Airports Near Fruitvale

39 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Grand Junction Regional Airport	GJT	Medium Airport
Montrose Regional Airport	MTJ	Medium Airport
Atchee Ridge Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Barber Field	—	Small Airport
Blake Field	—	Small Airport
Boulevard Ridge Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Clifford Field	—	Small Airport
Cridler Field	—	Small Airport
Deanda Airport	—	Small Airport
Doctors Mesa Airport	—	Small Airport
Dolores Point Airport	—	Small Airport
Dolores River Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Dry Pen Airport	—	Small Airport
East Seep Canyon Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Eden Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Flight Trak Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying W No.2 Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying W Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Hendricks Field At West Creek Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Hostetler Airport	—	Small Airport
Hubbard Airport	—	Small Airport
Juniper Hills Airport	—	Small Airport
Mack Mesa Airport	—	Small Airport
Mesawood Airpark	—	Small Airport
Montemadeira Ii Airport	—	Small Airport
Omega 1 Airport	—	Small Airport
Phylcon Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Pine Flat Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Pinyon Airport	—	Small Airport
Ranger Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Redlands Airport	—	Small Airport
Scenic Mesa Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Sky Island Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Spruce Point Tree Farm LLC Airport	—	Small Airport
Steamboat Mesa Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Ward Creek Airport	—	Small Airport
Westwater Airport	—	Small Airport
Westwinds Airport	—	Small Airport
Widner Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Fruitvale

3 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Campus Police
Grand Junction Police Department	555 Ute Avenue
Mesa County Sheriff's Office	126 2nd Street

Grocery Stores in Fruitvale

15 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Alta 6151	Convenience Store	2896 North Ave
Circle K 2744115	Convenience Store	599 29 1/2 Rd
Dollar General 23456	Other	492 30 Rd
Family Dollar 10579	Other	3000 F Rd
Good 2 Go Fruitvale 704	Convenience Store	401 30 Road
Happy Goat Superstore	Convenience Store	2998 North Ave
La Milpa Tortilla Factory Llc	Grocery Store	514 30 Rd
Lucky Me	Convenience Store	2902 Patterson Rd
Maverik Inc 418	Convenience Store	2948 F Rd
Rodeo Market	Convenience Store	2931 North Ave
SAFEWAY 1533	Supermarket	2901 F Rd
San Jose Bakery	Convenience Store	507 30 Rd
Stinker Store 322	Convenience Store	2903 North Ave
Walgreens 9769	Other	2900 North Ave
Walmart Neighborhood Market 4491	Super Store	541 Warrior Way

Post Offices in Fruitvale

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
United States Postal Service Fruitvale Branch	2923 North Avenue

Treatment Centers in Fruitvale

6 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Alpha Center Inc	Substance Abuse	970-241-2948
Griffith Centers - Grand Junction	Mental Health	970-462-1344
Integrated Insight Therapy	Both	970-201-1467
Mesa County Criminal Justice Servs	Substance Abuse	970-244-3300
Shift Counseling Services PLLC	Substance Abuse	970-241-2948
West Springs Hospital	Both	970-201-4299

Churches & Religious Organizations in Fruitvale

21 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
ABUNDANT GRACE	416 KALLEN CT
BETHEL ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH	2945 ORCHARD AVE
CALVARY CHAPEL OF GRAND JUNCTION	492 MORNING GLORY LN
CONNECTION CHURCH	2938 NORTH AVE STE C-2
DOUBLE POURTION MINISTRIES INC	428 MARIANNE DR
DRAW NIGH MINISTRIES	491 ARABIAN WAY
FACE TO FACE WOMENS MINISTRY	573 BEVERLY LN
FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD	3145 W MANDARIN CT
FRONTLINE MINISTRIES OF GRAND JUNCTION	PO BOX 40798
GO GIVE HOPE INC	492 MORNING GLORY LN
GRAND VALLEY INTERFAITH NEXUS INCORPORATED	474 BISMARCK ST
IPUL DELTA INC	2945 CHINTO DR
JUBILEE FAMILY CHURCH	483 30 RD
LIGHT OF THE WORLD CHURCH	2940 I-70 BUSINESS LOOP
MARIPOSA HOPE AND HEALING MINISTRY	3178 1/2 ORSON AVE
MESA COUNTY CHURCH SAFETY NETWORK INC	492 MORNING GLORY LN
NEW CREATION FELLOWSHIP CHURCH	492 MORNING GLORY LN
NEW VISION ASSEMBLY OF GOD	659 STARLIGHT DR
PEAR PARK BAPTIST CHURCH	3102 E RD
REVERENT RHYTHMS	535 HOOVER DR
WESTERN COLORADO CHRISTIAN CAMPUS MINISTRIES INCORPORATED	PO BOX 40313

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Frequently Asked Questions About Fruitvale

What is the population of Fruitvale?

Fruitvale has a population of 7,998 residents and is located in Colorado. The population density is 2,826 people per square mile, spread across 2.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.6% female and 49.4% male.

Is Fruitvale expensive to live in?

Fruitvale has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 103.1 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $76,339, 2% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $299,900 (6% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,800 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Fruitvale safe?

The violent crime rate in Fruitvale is 477 per 100,000 residents, above the national average of 380. Prospective residents should research specific neighborhoods, as crime rates can vary significantly within the city. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,219 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Fruitvale receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Fruitvale?

Fruitvale has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 8.9 inches, with 12.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Fruitvale?

The job market in Fruitvale is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,102. There are 5,690 business establishments in the area, including 370 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 20 minutes, and 14.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Fruitvale?

The median home value in Fruitvale is $299,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $325,130. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,800. Fair market rent is $1,161 for a 1-bedroom and $1,429 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 92.3%. The average annual property tax is $2,954.

How are the schools in Fruitvale?

Schools in Fruitvale score 5.7 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 27.1% of adults in Fruitvale hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.6% have completed high school. 6.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Fruitvale?

The obesity rate in Fruitvale is 30.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 14.1% of adults are smokers. 19.7% are physically inactive. 24.8% of residents report depression. 11.6% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 56.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:855.

What is transportation like in Fruitvale?

The average commute in Fruitvale is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 72.2% of workers drive alone to work, 1.8% use public transit, and 14.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Fruitvale?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Fruitvale is 84.4% White, 3.6% Hispanic or Latino. 97.6% of residents speak only English at home. 10.1% of the population are military veterans. 14.1% of residents have a disability. 87.3% have health insurance coverage.

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Overview 11/11

People 10/10

Economy 13/13

Housing 13/17

Health 25/26

Crime & Safety 4/12

Climate & Environment 16/19

Community 14/14

Cost of Services 3/3

Historical Trends 3/3

Geography 6/6

Places & Facilities 18/32

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Crime Rates: Fruitvale vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Temperature

Geography

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Natural Hazard Risk

Hazard Breakdown

Earthquake History

Tornado History

Wildfire History

Monthly Weather

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Safety & Disasters

Education

Area & Infrastructure

Services

Commute & Transportation