Grand Junction, CO
Full City Profile · Colorado · Mesa County County
Grand Junction, CO
At a Glance
How Grand Junction Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Grand Junction's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Grand Junction a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Grand Junction residents earn a median household income of $66,676 , which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,616. The unemployment rate stands at 4.5% (25% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 5,690 business establishments, including 370 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Grand Junction is $358,300 , 27% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $422,821. Median rent is $1,101/month, with 29.2% 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 1985.
Safety & Crime
Grand Junction reports 549 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 44% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,231/100K. The murder rate is 4.2/100K.
Education
36.1% of adults in Grand Junction hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% above the national average). 93.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Grand Junction has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 9.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.