Pagosa Springs, CO
Full City Profile · Colorado · Archuleta County County
Pagosa Springs, CO
At a Glance
How Pagosa Springs Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Pagosa Springs's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Pagosa Springs a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Pagosa Springs residents earn a median household income of $36,712 , which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,141. The unemployment rate stands at 4.2% (17% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 24.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 695 business establishments, including 64 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Pagosa Springs is $353,800 , 26% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $566,005. Median rent is $1,068/month, with 24.9% 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 1978.
Safety & Crime
Pagosa Springs reports 602 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 58% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,805/100K.
Education
23.3% of adults in Pagosa Springs hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below the national average). 91.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Pagosa Springs has an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 22.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.