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Ordway, CO

Colorado · Crowley County

Ordway is a small town in Colorado with a population of 1,718. Residents earn $55,313 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
1,718 Population 2,231/sq mi density
$55,313 Median Income $20,636 per capita
$99,200 Home Value $151,082 Zillow
$1,045 Median Rent 42.7% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
128 Violent Crime/100K 154 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$55,313 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$99,200 home value, $1,045/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
128 violent crimes/100K (66% below avg)
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $55,313
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $99,200
65% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 128/100K
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.3%
31% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,045
10% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.0%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.7%
67% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,718
Median Age39.6 yrs
Density2,231/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 64%
Veterans9.3%

Economy

B
Median Income$55,313
Per Capita$20,636
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty20.7%
County GDP$176M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$99,200
Rent$1,045
Ownership62.1%
Zillow$151,082
Housing Units627
Rent Burden42.7%

Crime

F
Violent128/100K
Property154/100K

Health

Obesity30.0%
Uninsured17.7%
Smoking16.6%
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain11.2 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation4,319 ft (1,316 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.3%
High School+93.9%
Graduate+9.9%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 25%
Commute28 min
Broadband86.5%
EV Stations8
Libraries2

Is Ordway a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ordway receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Ordway offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ordway is $55,313, 26% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 20.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ordway is $99,200, 65% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,045 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Ordway is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 128 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 154 per 100,000, 92% below the national average.

Education

23.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Ordway experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 11.2 inches, including 14.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Ordway has a population of 1,718 with a density of 2,231 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age is 39.6 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 46.7% female and 53.3% male. The city is predominantly White (64.1%), with 8.7% Hispanic, 3.6% Black, 4.9% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 94.8% of residents, while 5.2% speak Spanish. 9.3% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 17.6% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 95.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,718
Total Population
2,231
People / sq mi
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.3%
Female 46.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Ordway vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 94.8%
21% above US avg
Spanish 5.2%
61% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ordway vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ordway is $55,313, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,636 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,069, 25% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.7% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 76 business establishments, including 343 restaurants. The cost of living index is 103.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes. 12.6% of workers work from home.

Income: Ordway vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,313
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,636
Avg Weekly Wage$1,069
IRS Avg AGI$43,934
Gini Index0.483 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.7%
67% above US avg
Establishments (County)76
County GDP$176M

Business (County)

Restaurants343
Healthcare5
Retail11
Manufacturing94

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living103.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.4 min
Drive Alone68.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Ordway is $99,200, 65% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $151,082, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $1,045 (10% 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. 62.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 627 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1965. 42.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing, indicating a significant affordability challenge for renters. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$99,200
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$151,082

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,045
10% below US avg
Rent Burden42.7%

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

Homeownership62.1%
Owner-Occupied62.1%
Renter-Occupied37.9%
Housing Units627
Median Year Built1965

Property Tax

In Ordway, 30.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 9.9% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.8% of residents. 28.0% have high blood pressure. 16.6% are current smokers. 17.9% report binge drinking. 24.5% are physically inactive. 24.7% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.6% experience frequent mental distress. 17.7% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The dentist ratio is 1:5,614. 2.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.3 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.0%
7% below US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure28.0%
Asthma11.7%
COPD7.0%
Cancer6.7%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.6%
19% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity24.5%
Depression24.7%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress15.2%
Short Sleep34.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.0%
Uninsured17.7%
106% above US avg
Dentists1:5,614
Checkup Rate68.4%
Dental Visits50.5%
Premature Death16,105/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access2.1%
Healthcare Facilities5
Ordway has a violent crime rate of 128 per 100,000 residents, 66% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 154 per 100,000, 92% below the U.S. average. Overall, Ordway receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent128.2/100K
66% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property153.9/100K
92% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Traffic Accidents17
Avg Accident Severity2.6 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Ordway experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 330 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 11.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 14.1 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 4,319 feet.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,319 ft (1,316 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density2,231/sq mi
Coordinates38.2209°N, 103.7567°W
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
CountyCrowley County County
Nearest AirportSoutheast Colorado Regional (LAA)
59 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 11.2"
70% below US avg
Snowfall 14.1"
Wettest Month (Jul) 2.20"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.24"

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score3.9 / 100
Social Vulnerability62.0 / 100
Community Resilience10.1 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

Earthquake History

100 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M2.7 on Oct 15, 2024.

Aug 22, 2011 9 km SSW of Starkville, Colorado M4.7 150 km
Sep 5, 2001 0 km SE of Cokedale, Colorado M4.5 142 km
Mar 10, 2023 6 km NNE of Segundo, Colorado M4.3 145 km
Jun 19, 2023 Colorado M4.1 119 km
Dec 25, 1994 9 km NE of Larkspur, Colorado M4.0 150 km
Sep 4, 2001 2 km W of Cokedale, Colorado M4.0 143 km
Mar 10, 2023 5 km N of Sequndo, Colorado M3.9 145 km
Aug 17, 2009 8 km E of Eads, Colorado M3.9 98 km
Aug 1, 1996 17 km NE of Hoehne, Colorado M3.8 101 km
May 11, 2011 4 km SE of Valdez, Colorado M3.8 148 km
Mar 19, 2023 4 km WNW of Hoehne, Colorado M3.8 119 km
Sep 5, 2001 3 km SSE of Cokedale, Colorado M3.7 144 km
Sep 6, 2001 3 km S of Cokedale, Colorado M3.6 145 km
Sep 10, 2023 8 km NNW of Segundo, Colorado M3.6 145 km
Jan 22, 2014 9 km NNW of Cokedale, Colorado M3.6 135 km
Mar 10, 2023 8 km N of Segundo, Colorado M3.5 142 km
Feb 25, 2018 12 km NNE of Weston, Colorado M3.5 144 km
Aug 23, 2011 3 km SSW of Cokedale, Colorado M3.5 145 km
Sep 1, 2019 16 km NNW of Weston, Colorado M3.5 147 km
Aug 28, 2001 5 km SE of Valdez, Colorado M3.5 149 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

286 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 27 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
May 29, 2001 EF3 98 km 0
Oct 17, 1971 EF3 68 km 0
Oct 20, 1953 EF3 26 km 0
Apr 27, 2012 EF2 96 km 0
Apr 27, 2012 EF2 87 km 0
Jun 16, 2004 EF2 85 km 0
May 28, 2001 EF2 88 km 0
May 28, 2001 EF2 86 km 0
Jun 6, 1990 EF2 73 km 0
Aug 21, 1984 EF2 74 km 0
May 18, 1982 EF2 78 km 0
Jul 10, 1978 EF2 80 km 0
Apr 13, 1977 EF2 8 km 0
May 22, 1975 EF2 46 km 0
May 12, 1975 EF2 75 km 0
May 23, 1965 EF2 40 km 0
May 23, 1965 EF2 16 km 0
Jun 29, 1962 EF2 64 km 0
Jul 12, 1956 EF2 50 km 0
Oct 20, 1953 EF2 31 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: BRIDGER (46,612 ac, 2008).

Year Name Acres Distance
2008 BRIDGER 46,612 73 km
2011 BEAR SPRINGS CALLIE MARIE 36,863 74 km
1986 UNNAMED 25,771 56 km
2016 IMPACT AREA 19,918 97 km
1998 UNNAMED 18,218 97 km
2011 SHELL COMPLEX 14,158 88 km
2011 FT. LYONS 12,310 62 km
2020 CHERRY CANYON 11,823 94 km
1996 CANYON 10,233 68 km
2011 CALLIE MARIE 9,393 72 km
2024 RANGE 135 7,766 97 km
2018 HWY 94 7,480 72 km
2002 MILNE/SQUIRREL 6,568 89 km
2011 SALT 6,078 57 km
2000 UNNAMED 5,555 74 km
2008 ORDWAY CROWLEY CO 5,339 1 km
2011 KARVAL 5,322 56 km
2018 APACHE COMPLEX 5,182 98 km
2017 MILNE 5,113 81 km
2018 EDISON 5,109 42 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 29°F (-2°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
February 35°F (2°C) 0.3 in
March 43°F (6°C) 0.7 in
April 52°F (11°C) 1.0 in
May 62°F (16°C) 1.7 in
June 72°F (22°C) 1.4 in
July 78°F (25°C) 2.2 in Warmest, Wettest
August 75°F (24°C) 1.7 in
September 66°F (19°C) 0.9 in
October 54°F (12°C) 0.6 in
November 39°F (4°C) 0.4 in
December 31°F (-1°C) 0.3 in

Ordway has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 29°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 11.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.2") and January the driest (0.2").

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Ordway is located in Crowley County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent, a rural community. 23.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 31% below the national average of 33.7%. 93.9% have completed high school. 9.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 72.2% of the vote, a 47.4-point margin. 86.5% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 8 EV charging stations. There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 5 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 68.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.2%
D 24.7%

Winner: Republican by 47.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Traffic Accidents17
Avg Accident Severity2.6 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.3%
31% below US avg
High School+93.9%
Graduate Degree+9.9%
School Test Score5.51
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent
Population Density2,231/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi
CountyCrowley County County

Services

Broadband Access86.5%
Avg Download Speed16.4 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed2.9 Mbps
Max Download Speed300 Mbps
EV Charging Stations8
Alt Fuel Stations8
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities5
Restaurants343
Retail Stores11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.4 min
Drive Alone68.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.6%
Average costs for common services in Ordway. 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)
View all 18 services

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)
View all 25 services

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)
View all 12 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 8 services

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$790
Toddler$626
Preschool$591
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$658
Toddler$657
Preschool$657
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Crowley County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Retail Trade 79 12 $31,670 0.68
Health Care & Social Assistance 76 12 $38,884 0.46
Professional & Technical Services 4 4 $33,026 0.05

Schools in Ordway

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Crowley County Elementary K-6 Elementary 191 12 15.9:1
Crowley County Junior and Senior High School High 188 5 37.6:1
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Radio Stations near Ordway

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

National Parks Near Ordway

5 national parks and monuments found near Ordway.

ParkTypeFee
Bent's Old Fort National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
John Martin Reservoir State Park State Park Free
Lake Pueblo State Park Free
Lake Pueblo State Park State Park Free
Trinidad Lake State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Ordway

14 trails found near Ordway.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
SANTA FE NAT HIST 18.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
SFNHT ALT. ROUTE D 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
VOGEL CANYON 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
PRAIRIE 0.8 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes — Yes
MESA 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
OVERLOOK 0.7 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes — —
PRAIRIE 0.5 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes — Yes
SANTA FE NATURE 0.4 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes — Yes
SIERRA VISTA SFT CONNECTOR 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
SHEEP CANYON CUTOFF 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
SANTA FE NAT HIST 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
HOMESTEAD SPUR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
ROCK ART 2 SPUR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
DRAGONFLY SPUR 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —

Museums in Ordway

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
KOSHARE INDIAN MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM7193844411$177,205
BENT'S OLD FORTGENERAL MUSEUM7193835010
BENT'S OLD FORT NATIONAL HISTORIC SITEHISTORIC PRESERVATION7193835025
BENTS OLD FORT HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION7193835010
CROWLEY COUNTY HERITAGE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM7192673384
HERITAGE ALLIANCE OF OTERO COUNTYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
OTERO MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM7193847500

Libraries in Ordway

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
LA JUNTA/WOODRUFF MEMORIAL LIBRARY522 COLORADO AVE0.0115,913
ROCKY FORD PUBLIC LIBRARY400 SOUTH 10TH STREET0.048,200
COMBINED COMMUNITY LIBRARY (ORDWAY)1007 MAIN STREET0.042,173
SWINK SCHOOL/PUBLIC LIBRARY610 COLUMBIA AVE0.016,523
MANZANOLA SCHOOL/PUBLIC LIBRARY301 S CATALPA0.01,324

Nursing Homes in Ordway

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
CROWLEY COUNTY NURSING CENTER
401 IDAHO AVENUE
 Non profit - Corporation 37 26 4/5 — 5/5 1/5 7192673561

Pharmacies in Ordway

2 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
ARKANSAS VALLEY ACCUMED 228 MAIN STREET 719-267-3544
ORDWAY HEALTH MART PHARMACY 231 MAIN STREET 719-267-3411

Cell Towers in Ordway

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
HIGHWAY 10 AND ROAD 27 (49107)GTOWER128
HIGHWAY 10 AND ROAD 27 (49107)GTOWER128
CANAL ROAD (109011)GTOWER95
CANAL ROAD (109011)GTOWER95
SW 1/4 SW 1/4 Section 10, Township 23 S, Range 58 WTOWER60
29017 COUNTY ROAD 10 (108680)GTOWER59
29017 COUNTY ROAD 10 (108680)GTOWER59
APPROXIMATELY 1 MILE SOUTH OF MANZANOLATOWER58
316 STATE HIGHWAY 71 (108684)GTOWER57
316 STATE HIGHWAY 71 (108684)GTOWER57
7580 Hwy 71TOWER56
1505 EAST 16TH STREET (108981)MTOWER47
1505 EAST 16TH STREET (108981)MTOWER47

Fire Stations in Ordway

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Ordway Volunteer Fire Department611 E 9TH STVolunteer719-267-5206

Bridges in Ordway

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
SlabConcrete1966682,300G
CulvertConcrete1965321,700F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete196977570G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel195548570F
CulvertConcrete199321570G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19916051F
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Correctional Facilities in Ordway

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
ARKANSAS VALLEY CORRECTIONAL FACILITY12750 HIGHWAY 96 AT LANE 13STATE1,0471,056OPEN
CROWLEY COUNTY SHERIFFS OFFICE JAIL110 EAST 6TH STREETCOUNTY-999-999OPEN

Amtrak Stations in Ordway

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
La Junta, CO1 West First StreetTRAIN

Airports Near Ordway

19 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Pueblo Memorial AirportPUBMedium Airport
City of Las Animas Bent County Airport—Small Airport
Colorado Springs East Airport—Small Airport
Cottonwood Field—Small Airport
Denton Aerial Spraying Airport—Small Airport
Fowler Airport—Small Airport
Foxx Valley Airport—Small Airport
High Mesa Airport—Small Airport
Huerfano Agricultural Airport—Small Airport
La Junta Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Lone Tree Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Melon Field—Small Airport
Peakview Airport—Small Airport
Piñon Canyon Airport—Small Airport
Ria Airport—Small Airport
Terra Firma Airport—Small Airport
Tranquila Airport—Small Airport
Usaf Academy Bullseye Aux Airstrip—Small Airport
Vantage View Airport—Small Airport

Police Stations in Ordway

2 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Otero County Sheriff
Rocky Ford Police Dept

Grocery Stores in Ordway

3 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Family Dollar 11080Other480 E 1st St
J.r.'s Country Store 102Convenience Store18055 County Road G
Thaxton's Market Of Ordway LlcGrocery Store207 Main St

Treatment Centers in Ordway

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Valle Wide Health SystemsBoth800-511-5446
Valle Wide Health SystemsBoth800-511-5446

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ordway

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH401 LINCOLN AVE

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ordway

What is the population of Ordway?

Ordway has a population of 1,718 residents and is located in Colorado. The population density is 2,231 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.6 years. The population is 46.7% female and 53.3% male.

Is Ordway expensive to live in?

Ordway 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 $55,313, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $99,200 (65% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,045 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Ordway safe?

Ordway is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 128 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 154 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Ordway receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Ordway?

Ordway has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 11.2 inches, with 14.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Ordway?

Ordway has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,069. There are 76 business establishments in the area, including 343 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 28 minutes, and 12.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Ordway?

The median home value in Ordway is $99,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $151,082. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,045. Fair market rent is $1,161 for a 1-bedroom and $1,429 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 62.1%.

How are the schools in Ordway?

Schools in Ordway score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 23.3% of adults in Ordway hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.9% have completed high school. 9.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Ordway?

The obesity rate in Ordway is 30.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 16.6% of adults are smokers. 24.5% are physically inactive. 24.7% of residents report depression. 17.7% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 2.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities.

What is transportation like in Ordway?

The average commute in Ordway is 28 minutes. 68.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 12.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Ordway?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Ordway is 64.1% White, 3.6% Black or African American, 8.7% Hispanic or Latino, 4.9% Asian. 94.8% of residents speak only English at home, while 5.2% speak Spanish. 9.3% of the population are military veterans. 17.6% of residents have a disability. 95.0% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

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