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Meeker, CO

Colorado · Rio Blanco County

Meeker is a small town in Colorado with a population of 2,528. Residents earn $71,301 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
2,528 Population 704/sq mi density
$71,301 Median Income $30,084 per capita
$231,900 Home Value $390,203 Zillow
$992 Median Rent 28.6% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 316 sunny days/yr
223 Violent Crime/100K 983 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$71,301 median income, 0.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$231,900 home value, $992/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
223 violent crimes/100K (41% below avg)
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $71,301
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $231,900
18% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 223/100K
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.9%
4% higher than US avg
Median Rent $992
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.3%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.7%
22% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,528
Median Age37.9 yrs
Density704/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans12.6%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,301
Per Capita$30,084
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty9.7%
County GDP$690M
Commute10 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$231,900
Rent$992
Ownership68.0%
Zillow$390,203
Housing Units1,313
Rent Burden28.6%

Crime

F
Violent223/100K
Property983/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault134/100K
Burglary45/100K

Health

Obesity26.3%
Uninsured9.6%
Smoking12.8%
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain15.3 in/yr
Sunny Days316/yr
Elevation6,443 ft (1,964 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.9%
High School+90.5%
Graduate+13.3%
School Score6.03

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 17%
Commute10 min
Broadband95.0%
EV Stations2
Libraries2

Is Meeker a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Meeker receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Meeker offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Meeker is $71,301, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. 9.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Meeker is $231,900, 18% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $992 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Meeker is below the national average at 223 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 983 per 100,000, 50% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Meeker has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 316 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Meeker has a population of 2,528 with a density of 704 people per square mile, spread across 3.5 square miles. The median age is 37.9 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 46.9% female and 53.1% male. The city is predominantly White (82.8%), with 3.1% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 92.6% of residents, while 7.4% speak Spanish. 12.6% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 18.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,528
Total Population
704
People / sq mi
37.9yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
3.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.1%
Female 46.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Meeker vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 92.6%
18% above US avg
Spanish 7.4%
45% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Meeker vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Meeker is $71,301, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,084 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,174, 18% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 276 business establishments, including 26 restaurants. The cost of living index is 103.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 12.2% of workers work from home.

Income: Meeker vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,301
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,084
Avg Weekly Wage$1,174
IRS Avg AGI$70,976
Gini Index0.359 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.3%
92% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.7%
22% below US avg
Establishments (County)276
County GDP$690M

Business (County)

Restaurants26
Healthcare13
Retail27
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,950
44% below US avg
Cost of Living103.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate0.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time10.1 min
Drive Alone71.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Meeker is $231,900, 18% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $390,203, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $992 (15% below 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. 68.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,313 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1976. The average annual property tax is $1,950 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 28.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$231,900
18% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$390,203

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$992
15% below US avg
Rent Burden28.6%

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

Homeownership68.0%
Owner-Occupied68.0%
Renter-Occupied32.0%
Housing Units1,313
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,950
44% below US avg
Effective Rate0.84%
In Meeker, 26.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.0% of residents. 26.4% have high blood pressure. 12.8% are current smokers. 19.6% report binge drinking. 17.4% are physically inactive, below the national average. 25.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.1% experience frequent mental distress. 9.6% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:809. The dentist ratio is 1:1,314. 88.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.3 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.3%
18% below US avg
Diabetes7.7%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure26.4%
Asthma11.5%
COPD5.6%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.8%
9% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity17.4%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.3%
Short Sleep33.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.3%
Uninsured9.6%
12% above US avg
Primary Care1:809
Dentists1:1,314
Mental Health1:411
Checkup Rate69.7%
Dental Visits58.4%
Premature Death5,866/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access88.8%
Healthcare Facilities13
Meeker has a violent crime rate of 223 per 100,000 residents, 41% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 134.1 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 89.4. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 983 per 100,000, 50% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 938, burglary at 45, vehicle theft at 0 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 1 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Meeker receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent223.4/100K
41% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape89.4/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault134.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property983.0/100K
50% below US avg
Burglary44.7/100K
Theft938.3/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson44.7/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
Traffic Accidents57
Avg Accident Severity2.8 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Meeker has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 316 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 15.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 6,443 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average44.8°F
17% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days316 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,443 ft (1,964 m)
Area3.5 sq mi (9.1 km²)
Population Density704/sq mi
Coordinates40.0500°N, 107.8946°W
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
CountyRio Blanco County County
Nearest AirportEagle County Regional (EGE)
59 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 15.3"
60% below US avg
Wettest Month (Apr) 1.65"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.02"

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0508 ppm
NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide)1.5 ppb
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)4.7 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score37.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability48.9 / 100
Community Resilience52.8 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Very Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Relatively Moderate
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Very Low
Heat Wave Very Low
Winter Weather Very Low
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm Very Low
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Very Low
Landslide Relatively Moderate
Volcano Very Low
Avalanche Relatively High
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

91 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M2.7 on Jan 11, 2025.

Mar 20, 1995 10 km NNW of Rangely, Colorado M4.5 84 km
Jan 31, 2002 28 km SSW of Craig, Colorado M4.3 31 km
May 20, 1995 434km E of Wendover, Utah M4.1 92 km
Aug 9, 2001 11 km NNE of Chacra, Colorado M4.0 62 km
Apr 7, 1990 28 km WNW of Bonanza, Utah M4.0 136 km
Feb 10, 2006 1 km NNE of Chacra, Colorado M3.8 64 km
Apr 22, 2017 4 km NW of Rangely, Colorado M3.8 81 km
Aug 18, 2009 19 km N of Craig, Colorado M3.7 76 km
Nov 8, 1991 17 km WNW of Bonanza, Utah M3.7 124 km
Mar 2, 1991 27 km SSW of Jensen, Utah M3.7 134 km
Nov 11, 2000 14 km SE of Jensen, Utah M3.6 116 km
Jun 6, 2011 17 km NNW of Oak Creek, Colorado M3.5 84 km
Apr 20, 2017 24 km NE of Maybell, Colorado M3.5 70 km
May 13, 1993 10 km NW of Rangely, Colorado M3.5 86 km
Dec 10, 1999 11 km NE of Dinosaur, Colorado M3.5 90 km
Apr 10, 2011 12 km N of Oak Creek, Colorado M3.4 89 km
Nov 3, 1994 30 km W of Meeker, Colorado M3.4 32 km
Aug 21, 2012 12 km SSW of Gypsum, Colorado M3.4 97 km
Jan 30, 2017 5 km SW of New Castle, Colorado M3.3 62 km
May 3, 2017 4 km NW of Rangely, Colorado M3.3 80 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

11 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF1.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Aug 26, 2006 EF1 97 km 0
Jun 21, 2006 EF1 18 km 0
May 30, 1980 EF1 96 km 0
Jul 3, 1957 EF1 3 km 0
Jun 24, 2018 EF0 100 km 0
Aug 15, 2009 EF0 93 km 0
Jul 30, 2006 EF0 65 km 0
Jul 30, 1999 EF0 84 km 0
Jun 15, 1995 EF0 99 km 0
Aug 2, 1992 EF0 99 km 0
Aug 20, 1986 EF0 29 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 90 km
2020 GRIZZLY CREEK 30,705 78 km
2008 MAYBERRY 26,520 86 km
1993 WAPATI PEAK 20,857 54 km
2018 DIVIDE 20,540 80 km
2014 ALKALI 20,338 80 km
2017 DEAD DOG 17,821 80 km
2002 BIG FISH 17,273 55 km
1988 I DO 16,253 48 km
1996 OPINION 15,613 50 km
2012 PINE RIDGE 13,862 96 km
2021 OIL SPRINGS 12,597 88 km
2002 COAL SEAM 12,007 70 km
2002 SPRING CREEK 10,552 53 km
2000 WINTER VALLEY 8,726 52 km
2018 BOONE DRAW 8,656 89 km
2010 ALKALI 8,094 70 km
2017 WINTER VALLEY 7,822 57 km
2023 IRON 7,783 80 km
2004 GREASEWOOD WFU 6,963 24 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 21°F (-6°C) 1.0 in Coldest, Driest
February 24°F (-4°C) 1.1 in
March 32°F (0°C) 1.6 in
April 40°F (5°C) 1.7 in Wettest
May 49°F (10°C) 1.5 in
June 58°F (14°C) 1.3 in
July 69°F (20°C) 1.5 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 1.6 in
September 56°F (13°C) 1.4 in
October 45°F (7°C) 1.5 in
November 31°F (-0°C) 1.2 in
December 22°F (-6°C) 1.3 in

Meeker has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 21°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 16.6 inches, with April being the wettest month (1.7") and January the driest (1.0").

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Meeker is located in Rio Blanco County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, a rural community. 34.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 90.5% have completed high school. 13.3% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 81% of the vote, a 63.7-point margin. 95.0% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 13 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 71.4% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81%
D 17.3%

Winner: Republican by 63.7 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
Traffic Accidents57
Avg Accident Severity2.8 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.9%
4% above US avg
High School+90.5%
Graduate Degree+13.3%
School Test Score6.03
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro / Rural
Population Density704/sq mi
Total Area3.5 sq mi
CountyRio Blanco County County

Services

Broadband Access95.0%
Avg Download Speed46.7 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed4.0 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities13
Restaurants26
Retail Stores27

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute10.1 min
Drive Alone71.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.2%
Average costs for common services in Meeker. 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$805
Toddler$1,246
Preschool$1,215
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$658
Toddler$657
Preschool$657
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Rio Blanco County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Mining & Oil/Gas 506 25 $105,363 46.31
Retail Trade 228 28 $31,502 0.79
Administrative & Waste Services 111 7 $64,553 0.65
Transportation & Warehousing 46 12 $67,296 0.38
Finance & Insurance 44 7 $73,935 0.38
Agriculture & Forestry 43 13 $53,299 1.84
Utilities 36 3 $129,602 3.28
Wholesale Trade 18 5 $39,456 0.16

Hospitals in Meeker

Hospital Type CMS Rating Emergency Phone
EASTERN RIO BLANCO COUNTY HEALTH SERVICE DISTRICT Critical Access Hospitals — Yes (970) 878-5047

Schools in Meeker

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Meeker Elementary School Elementary 324 23 14.1:1
Meeker High School High 220 14 15.7:1
Barone Middle School Middle 168 9 18.7:1
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Radio Stations near Meeker

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Campgrounds Near Meeker

7 campgrounds found near Meeker.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Horse Thief 4.8/5 7 $29
Marvine Campground 4.5/5 22 $23–$52
NORTH FORK CAMPGROUND 4.4/5 28 $28
East Marvine — 10 $24–$30
Meadow Lake Campground — — Free
Meadow Ridge Campground — — Free
South Fork (White River) — 18 $25

National Parks Near Meeker

21 national parks and monuments found near Meeker.

ParkTypeFee
Colorado National Monument National Monument $25
Colorado River State Park Free
Elkhead 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
Rifle Falls State Park State Park Free
Rifle Gap State Park State Park Free
Steamboat Lake State Park State Park Free
Vega State Park State Park Free
Yampa River State Park State Park Free
Yampa River State Park - Double Bridges State Park Free
Yampa River State Park - Maybell Bridge State Park Free
Yampa River State Park - South Beach State Park Free
Yampa River State Park - Sunbeam State Park Free

Trails Near Meeker

236+ trails found near Meeker.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
CLINE TOP C1-A1L 17.2 SNOW — — —
SOUTH FORK BRIDGE 12.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
WILSON MESA-SLEEPY CAT PEAK 10.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
LAST CHANCE 9.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
MANSFIELD DITCH 9.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BOILER CREEK 8.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
OYSTER LAKE 7.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
FAYVILLE OHV 7.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
EAST ELK CREEK 7.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
PELTIER LAKE 6.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
SALT PARK 6.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
SPRING CREEK 6.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
MARVINE 6.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
CORRAL CREEK 5.6 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
MILK CREEK / HORSE RIDGE 5.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
FAYVILLE OHV 5.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
UTE CREEK 5.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
THREE FORKS 4.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
MIDDLE MOUNTAIN 4.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
UTE - ELK 4.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BLAIR LAKE 4.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
PAPOOSE CREEK 4.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
SOUTH FORK 4.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BIG RIDGE 4.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
HADLEY GULCH 4.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
CHERRY CREEK 4.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
W. ELK STOCK DRIVEWAY 4.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
CROOKS PARK 3.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
CLARK RIDGE TRAIL 3.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
WILSON MESA 3.8 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
MARCI CAMP 3.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
PARK CREEK 3.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BIG BEAVER BASIN 3.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
BAR HL OHV 3.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
LOST SOLAR 3.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
WEST MARVINE 3.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
MILK CREEK / HORSE RIDGE 3.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
FOWLER CREEK 3.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
DICKERVILLE 3.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
BURRO MOUNTAIN 3.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
CLINETOP COW CAMP 3.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
SALT PARK 3.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
MIDDLE PINE 3.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
YELLOW HORSE 3.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BERRY LAKE 3.0 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
WHISKEY GULCH 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
LOST CREEK 2.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
WYMORE LAKE 2.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
UTE CREEK 2.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
CHERRY CREEK 2.8 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
RED ELEPHANT 2.8 SNOW — — —
EAST MARVINE 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
HILL CREEK 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
DEEP CREEK RIDGE 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
BIG RIDGE CUTOFF 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
SNELL ROCK RIDGE 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
WHITE CREEK 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
LONG PARK (NORTH) 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
KONOPIC RESERVOIR 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
EAST BEAVER RIDGE 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
STERRY LAKE 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CROOKS PARK 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
WEST MARVINE 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
POLE PATCH 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
FOWLER CREEK 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
OYSTER LAKE 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
EAST MILLER 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
LOST PARK 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
EAST MILLER 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
MIDDLE MILLER CREEK 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
DAUM DRAW 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MAIN ELK 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
BURRO MOUNTAIN 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
FAYVILLE OHV 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
NORTH ELK 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
SNELL ROCK RIDGE 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
LYNCH CREEK 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
LAST CHANCE TIE 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
COAL CREEK 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
EAST LOST PARK 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
CLIFF LAKES 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
KONOPIC CUTOFF 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
MARYLAND CREEK 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
WEST MILLER CREEK 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
MILK CREEK / HORSE RIDGE 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
DEEP CREEK RIDGE 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
LOST SOLAR 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
SALT PARK 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BIG BEAVER CREEK 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
LOG SPRING 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MIDDLE MILLER 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
ELLISON MOUNTAIN 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
THREE POINTS 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
CHERRY CREEK 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
COLTER LAKE GUEST RANCH CON 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
CROOKS PARK 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
WILD COW PARK 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
FOWLER BENCH 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
LOST BOY 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
HADLEY POINT 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
INDIAN RUN 1.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
PROSPECT DRAW 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BIG BEAVER CREEK 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
WEST MILLER RIM 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
PATTISON PARK 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
COLUMBINE 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
OYSTER LAKE 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BLOODSWORTH 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MIDDLE MILLER CREEK 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CHERRY CREEK CONNECTOR 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
FOWLER BENCH 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
WEST MILLER CREEK 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
OYSTER LAKE 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
PROSPECT DRAW 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
DICKERVILLE RIDGE 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CATTLE CREEK 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
YELLOWJACKET RIM 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
COAL/URANIUM CUTOFF 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MARYLAND CREEK 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
FLAG CREEK 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
DEATH VALLEY 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
COLD SPRING LOOP 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
EAST BEAVER 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
UTE CREEK 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
STOVE GULCH 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
BOILER CREEK 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
FLAG CREEK 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
UTE - MEADOW 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
GOBBLERS KNOB 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
UTE CREEK 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
HADLEY GULCH 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
RED CANYON 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
WELLS RIDGE ROAD 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
FOWLER BENCH 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
FOWLER BENCH 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
LAST CHANCE 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
OYSTER LAKE 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
LONG PARK (SOUTH) 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
PROSPECT DRAW 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
T I CUTOFF 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
LONG PARK (SOUTH) 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
STOVE GULCH 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
HILL CREEK 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
FLAG CREEK 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
Unnamed 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
CLARK POINT 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
UTE CREEK 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
NORTH ELK 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
WINSLET CUTOFF 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BLAIR LAKE 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
LOST SOLAR 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
COLUMBINE TRAIL 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MUSKRAT LAKES 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
SPRING CREEK TO BOILER CREEK 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
MARCI CAMP 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
W. ELK STOCK DRIVEWAY 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
UTE CREEK 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
FOWLER CREEK 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
MARVINE 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
YELLOW HORSE 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
GOOSEBERRY CREEK 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
EAST BEAVER 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
BIG BEAVER CREEK 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
NORTH ELK 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
WEST MARVINE 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
THREE POINTS 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
STOVE GULCH 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
HILL CREEK 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
WELLS RIDGE ROAD 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
THREE POINTS 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
PROSPECT DRAW 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
POLE PATCH 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
Unnamed 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
CLIFF LAKES 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
LOST CREEK 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
SOUTH FORK SPUR 0.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
COLUMBINE TRAIL 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
WEST MARVINE 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
T I CUTOFF 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
THREE POINTS 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
WILSON MESA-SLEEPY CAT PEAK 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
SPRING CAVE 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NORTH ELK 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
DEEP CREEK RIDGE EAST 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
DEEP CREEK RIDGE 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
NORTH ELK 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BLAIR LAKE 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
MUSKRAT LAKES 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
LOST SOLAR 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
CATTLE CREEK 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
ELLISON MOUNTAIN 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
COLTER LAKE GUEST RANCH CON 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
PAPOOSE CREEK 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BIG BEAVER BASIN 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
ZIG ZAG 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
COLD SPRING SPUR 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
LOST BOY 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MARVINE 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
GILLEY LAKE 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
LONG PARK (SOUTH) 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BIG BEAVER BASIN 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CUT-OFF TO MANSFIELD 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
MIDDLE MILLER CREEK 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
BURRO MOUNTAIN 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
THREE FORKS 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
CLIFF LAKES 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
BIG BEAVER CREEK 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SOUTH MILLER RIM 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
T I CUTOFF 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MUSKRAT LAKES 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
GILLEY LAKE 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
EAST MARVINE 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
STOVE GULCH 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
HADLEY POINT 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
NORTH ELK 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
FOWLER BENCH 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
SPRING CAVE 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
Unnamed 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
THREE FORKS 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
ZIG ZAG 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
GILLEY LAKE 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
PROSPECT DRAW 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
NORTH ELK 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
PROSPECT DRAW 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
Unnamed 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
THREE POINTS 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
CUT-OFF TO MANSFIELD 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
HILL CREEK 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
FOWLER CREEK 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
MARVINE 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
WILD COW PARK 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
EAST MARVINE 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
EAST MARVINE 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
FOWLER BENCH 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
THREE POINTS 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BLAIR LAKE 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes

Museums in Meeker

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
RIO BLANCO COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION565 PARK AVE9708789982$133,190

Libraries in Meeker

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
MEEKER REGIONAL LIBRARY DISTRICT490 MAIN STREET0.032,550

Farmers Markets in Meeker

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Meeker Farmers MarketMain Street06/03/2017 to 09/09/2017Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;

Restaurants in Meeker

4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Caroline's Louisiana Kitchen
Clarks
Ma Famiglia
Mexican House

Cafes in Meeker

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Little Bear Cafe
Meeker Cafe
Wendll's

Veterinaries in Meeker

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Meeker Vet Clinic

Golf Courses in Meeker

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Meeker Golf Course

Nursing Homes in Meeker

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
WALBRIDGE MEMORIAL CONVALESCENT WING
100 PIONEERS MEDICAL CENTER DRIVE
 Government - Hospital district 33 20 3/5 — 5/5 2/5 9708785047

Pharmacies in Meeker

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
MEEKER DRUGS INCORPORATED 530 MAIN STREET 970-878-9988

EV Charging Stations in Meeker

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
WREA MAIN ST LVL 3504 Main StreetChargePoint Network1CHADEMO J1772COMBOpublic
WREA MAIN ST LVL 2504 Market StChargePoint Network2J1772public

Fire Stations in Meeker

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Rio Blanco Fire Protection District240 7TH STVolunteer970-878-3443

Power Plants Near Meeker

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
BAR DNOT AVAILABLE221114-108.5NOT AVAILABLE

Bridges in Meeker

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous20002722,100G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19981391,443G
CulvertConcrete1958321,300F
CulvertConcrete1959321,300F
CulvertConcrete194833670F
CulvertConcrete200633650F
Arch (Thru)Concrete201922462G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous1976137435F
CulvertConcrete197631380F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel197031325P
CulvertConcrete201522325G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel194081278F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1984100204F
Truss (Thru)Steel193081164F
Truss (Thru)Steel1936103146F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1986100145F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel199051141F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel198667137F
Truss (Thru)Steel193082114F
CulvertSteel197527110G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2016102108F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel198826106F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19867391F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19853186F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete20049480F
Truss (Thru)Steel193610357F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20085450G
Girder/FloorbeamSteel19853141G

Correctional Facilities in Meeker

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
RIO BLANCO COUNTY DETENTION CENTER355 4TH STREETCOUNTY-999-999OPEN

Airports Near Meeker

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Garfield County Regional AirportRILMedium Airport
Yampa Valley AirportHDNMedium Airport
Craig Moffat AirportCIGSmall Airport
Dry Pen Airport—Small Airport
Flying Dog Ranch Airstrip—Small Airport
Force Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Glen-Aspen Airport—Small Airport
Glenwood Springs Municipal AirportGWSSmall Airport
Juniper Hills Airport—Small Airport
Meeker Airport—Small Airport
Tract C-A-84 Mesa Airport—Small Airport
West Divide Airport—Small Airport

Grocery Stores in Meeker

7 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Clark's MarketSupermarket271 E Market St
Corner MarketConvenience Store39065 Highway 13
Dollar General 31215Other340 E Market St
Family Dollar 9133Other184 Market St
Go-FER Foods Of MeekerConvenience Store812 Market St
Los NogalesConvenience Store265 6th St
White River ConvenienceConvenience Store793 E Market St

DOL Wage Violations in Meeker

8 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $248,302 in back wages owed to 85 employees.

8
Violations
$248,302
Back Wages Owed
85
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Moody Construction and Sons Inc SIGNIFICANT — 81641 — 1 $181,615 $2,883 63
LK Ranch — — 81641 — 1 $40,000 $20,000 2
Curtis Cherry Ranch — — 81641 — 1 $15,000 $3,750 4
Crawford Ranch — — 81641 — 1 $6,287 $3,144 2
Lopez Livestock — — 81641 — 2 $2,327 $388 6
Meeker High School, District RE 1 — — 81641 — 1 $2,055 $685 3
Theos Swallow Fork Ranch — — 81641 — 1 $680 $170 4
Sam Robinson — — 81641 — 1 $337 $337 1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Meeker

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
MEEKER ASSEMBLY OF GODPO BOX 38
NEW CREATION CHURCH OF MEEKERPO BOX 1062

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Mines
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Bigfoot Sightings
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Eyewitness reports filed with the Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization
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UFO Sightings
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Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Frequently Asked Questions About Meeker

What is the population of Meeker?

Meeker has a population of 2,528 residents and is located in Colorado. The population density is 704 people per square mile, spread across 3.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.9 years. The population is 46.9% female and 53.1% male.

Is Meeker expensive to live in?

Meeker 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 $71,301, 5% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $231,900 (18% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $992 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Meeker safe?

Meeker is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 223 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 983 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Meeker receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Meeker?

Meeker has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 316 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Meeker?

The job market in Meeker is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,174. There are 276 business establishments in the area, including 26 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 10 minutes, and 12.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Meeker?

The median home value in Meeker is $231,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $390,203. For renters, the median monthly rent is $992. Fair market rent is $1,161 for a 1-bedroom and $1,429 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 68.0%. The average annual property tax is $1,950.

How are the schools in Meeker?

Schools in Meeker score 6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 34.9% of adults in Meeker hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 90.5% have completed high school. 13.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Meeker?

The obesity rate in Meeker is 26.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 12.8% of adults are smokers. 17.4% are physically inactive. 25.1% of residents report depression. 9.6% lack health insurance. 88.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:809.

What is transportation like in Meeker?

The average commute in Meeker is 10 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 71.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 12.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Meeker?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Meeker is 82.8% White, 3.1% Hispanic or Latino. 92.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 7.4% speak Spanish. 12.6% of the population are military veterans. 18.7% of residents have a disability. 88.3% have health insurance coverage.

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