Monte Vista, CO
Full City Profile · Colorado · Rio Grande County County
Monte Vista, CO
At a Glance
How Monte Vista Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Monte Vista's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Monte Vista a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Monte Vista residents earn a median household income of $49,339 , which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,827. The unemployment rate stands at 14.7% (308% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 21.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 500 business establishments, including 53 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Monte Vista is $204,500 , 27% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $273,244. Median rent is $657/month, with 29.8% 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 1962.
Safety & Crime
Monte Vista reports 474 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 25% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,961/100K.
Education
29.1% of adults in Monte Vista hold a bachelor's degree or higher (14% below the national average). 83.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Monte Vista has an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 9.2 inches.