Mountain Village, CO

Colorado

Mountain Village is a small town in Colorado with a population of 1,713. Residents earn $59,881 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,713 Population 519/sq mi density
$59,881 Median Income $88,305 per capita
$2,000,001 Home Value $2,100,726 Zillow
$885 Median Rent
38°F Avg Temperature
72 Violent Crime/100K 1,232 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$59,881 median income, 5.1% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$2,000,001 home value, $885/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
72 violent crimes/100K (81% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
54.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,881
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $2,000,001
609% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 72/100K
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 54.2%
61% higher than US avg
Median Rent $885
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.3%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.7%
30% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,713
Median Age36.3 yrs
Density519/mi²
Male / Female65% / 35%
Largest GroupWhite 73%

Economy

B+
Median Income$59,881
Per Capita$88,305
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty8.7%
County GDP$59M
Commute13 min

Housing

F
Home Value$2,000,001
Rent$885
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$2,100,726

Crime

F
Violent72/100K
Property1,232/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault72/100K
Burglary145/100K

Health

Obesity26.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp38°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain20.4 in/yr
Elevation9,511 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+54.2%
High School+96.1%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 32% / D 64%
Commute13 min
EV Stations10
Libraries1

Is Mountain Village a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mountain Village receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Mountain Village has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mountain Village is $59,881, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 8.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mountain Village is $2,000,001, making it a premium housing market at 609% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $885 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. With a home price-to-income ratio of 33.4x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Safety & Crime

Mountain Village is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 72 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,232 per 100,000, 37% below the national average.

Education

Mountain Village is a highly educated community — 54.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 96.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Mountain Village has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.4 inches, including 130.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Mountain Village has a population of 1,713 with a density of 519 people per square mile. The median age is 36.3 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73%), with 7.4% Hispanic, 1.2% Black, 2.5% Asian.

Population

1,713
Total Population
519
People / sq mi
36.3yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
3.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 65.3%
Female 34.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Mountain Village vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only69.8%
11% below US avg
Spanish30.2%
125% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Mountain Village vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mountain Village is $59,881, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Mountain Village vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,881
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$88,305
Avg Weekly Wage$716
IRS Avg AGI$70,624

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.7%
30% below US avg
Establishments (County)94
County GDP$59M

Business (County)

Restaurants21
Healthcare3
Retail19
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.2 min
Work from Home8.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Mountain Village is $2,000,001, 609% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $885 (24% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $2,100,726.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$2,000,001
609% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$2,100,726

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$885
24% below US avg

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

Owner-Occupied33.4%

Property Tax

In Mountain Village, 26.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.9% report depression. 16.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Mountain Village vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.3%
18% below US avg
Diabetes7.7%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure25.4%
Asthma10.8%
COPD4.9%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity16.1%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress16.2%
Physical Distress11.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.9%
Checkup Rate70.3%

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.2/10
Exercise Access98.9%
Healthcare Facilities3
Mountain Village has a violent crime rate of 72 per 100,000 residents, 81% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,232 per 100,000 (37% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent72.5/100K
81% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault72.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,231.9/100K
37% below US avg
Burglary144.9/100K
Theft1,014.5/100K
Vehicle Theft72.5/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Mountain Village has an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average38.1°F
29% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.4 inches
46% below US avg
Snowfall130.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation9,511 ft (2,899 m)
Area3.3 sq mi (8.5 km²)
Population Density519/sq mi
Coordinates37.9324°N, 107.8577°W
County FIPS08111
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 54.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 32-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 32%
D 64%

Winner: Democrat by 32 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+54.2%
61% above US avg
High School+96.1%
School Test Score5.90
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density519/sq mi
Total Area3.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations10
Alt Fuel Stations10
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities3
Restaurants21
Retail Stores19

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.2 min
Work from Home8.4%

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