Colorado
Monte Vista is a small town in Colorado with a population of 4,178. Residents earn $49,339 per year, which is 34% below the national average.
Based on current data, Monte Vista receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Monte Vista has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Monte Vista is $49,339, 34% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 21.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Monte Vista is $204,500, 27% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $657 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Violent crime in Monte Vista is below the national average at 183 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,296 per 100,000, 68% above the national average.
29.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Monte Vista has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 9.2 inches, including 35.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 72.7% |
| 7% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 27.3% |
| 104% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $49,339 |
| 34% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $27,827 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $943 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $60,839 |
| Unemployment | 9.0% |
| 150% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 21.1% |
| 70% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 500 |
| County GDP | $580M |
| Restaurants | 53 |
| Healthcare | 28 |
| Retail | 51 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,187 |
| 38% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.07% |
| Commute Time | 19.7 min |
| Work from Home | 5.4% |
| Census Median | $204,500 |
| 27% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $266,545 |
| Census Median Rent | $657 |
| 44% below US avg |
| Studio | $1,083 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,161 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,429 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,861 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,178 |
| Owner-Occupied | 61.6% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,187 |
| 38% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.07% |
| Obesity | 30.9% |
| 4% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.1% |
| Heart Disease | 6.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.7% |
| Asthma | 10.8% |
| COPD | 6.5% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.9% |
| Depression | 21.7% |
| Mental Distress | 17.8% |
| Physical Distress | 15.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 79.9% |
| Checkup Rate | 69.4% |
| Premature Death | 14,091/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 83.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 28 |
| Total Violent | 183.1/100K |
| 52% below US avg | |
| Murder | 22.9/100K |
| 263% above US avg | |
| Rape | 22.9/100K |
| Robbery | 22.9/100K |
| Assault | 114.4/100K |
| Total Property | 3,296.0/100K |
| 68% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,579.3/100K |
| Theft | 1,693.8/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 22.9/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 40.4°F |
| 25% below US avg | |
| January Average | 15°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 9.2 inches |
| 76% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 35.4 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 7,664 ft (2,336 m) |
| Area | 2.6 sq mi (6.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,583/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.5785°N, 106.1499°W |
| County FIPS | 08105 |
Winner: Republican by 23.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 29.1% |
| 14% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 83.9% |
| School Test Score | 5.90 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 1,583/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.6 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 5 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 5 |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 28 |
| Restaurants | 53 |
| Retail Stores | 51 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 19.7 min |
| Work from Home | 5.4% |