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Palisade, CO
Colorado · Mesa County · Grand Junction Metro
Palisade is a small town in Colorado with a population of 2,580. Residents earn $61,655 per year, which is 18% below the national average.
Data updated April 2026
3.1
/5.0
B
Good
2,580
Population
2,168/sq mi density
$61,655
Median Income
$39,352 per capita
$295,200
Home Value
$542,086 Zillow
$1,136
Median Rent
31.0% income on rent
54°F
Avg Temperature
330 sunny days/yr
220
Violent Crime/100K
1,249 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$61,655 median income, 4.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$295,200 home value, $1,136/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
220 violent crimes/100K (42% below avg)
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
30.4% bachelor's degree or higher
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Median Income
$61,655
18% lower than US avg
Home Value
$295,200
5% higher than US avg
Violent Crime
220/100K
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
30.4%
10% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,136
2% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
29.4%
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment
4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.1%
59% lower than US avg
How Palisade Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population2,580
Median Age50.7 yrs
Density2,168/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans13.2%
Economy
B+Median Income$61,655
Per Capita$39,352
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty5.1%
County GDP$9,476M
Commute38 min
Housing
B+Home Value$295,200
Rent$1,136
Ownership69.9%
Zillow$542,086
Housing Units1,233
Rent Burden31.0%
Crime
FViolent220/100K
Property1,249/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault110/100K
Burglary147/100K
Health
Obesity29.4%
Uninsured10.6%
Smoking13.1%
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease5.1%
Climate
Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain10.5 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation4,719 ft (1,438 m)
Education
BBachelor's+30.4%
High School+90.5%
Graduate+7.4%
School Score5.73
Community
2024 VoteR 61% / D 37%
Commute38 min
Broadband93.7%
EV Stations1
Libraries8
Is Palisade a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Palisade receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Palisade offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Palisade is $61,655, 18% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Palisade is $295,200, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,136 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Safety & Crime
Violent crime in Palisade is below the national average at 220 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,249 per 100,000, 36% below the national average.
Education
30.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Palisade experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 10.5 inches, including 12.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Palisade has a population of 2,580 with a density of 2,168 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles. The median age is 50.7 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.3% female and 50.7% male. The city is predominantly White (85.4%), with 7.9% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.5% of residents. 13.2% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 20.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 87.5% have health insurance coverage.
Population
2,580
Total Population
2,168
People / sq mi
50.7yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Palisade vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Palisade vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Palisade is $61,655, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,352. The average weekly wage is $1,102, 23% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 5,690 business establishments, including 370 restaurants. The cost of living index is 103.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 26.4% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).
Income: Palisade vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $61,655 |
| 18% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $39,352 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,102 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $72,898 |
| Gini Index | 0.440 (0=equal, 1=unequal) |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.0% |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 5.1% |
| 59% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 5,690 |
| County GDP | $9,476M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 370 |
| Healthcare | 475 |
| Retail | 574 |
| Manufacturing | 167 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,954 |
| 16% below US avg | |
| Cost of Living | 103.10 (100=avg) |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.00% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 38.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 60.5% |
| Public Transit | 1.7% |
| Work from Home | 26.4% |
Walkability
The median home value in Palisade is $295,200, 5% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $542,086, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 97.9% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,136 (2% 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. 69.9% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,233 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1983. The average annual property tax is $2,954 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 31.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.8x.
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $295,200 |
| 5% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $542,086 |
| Median List Price | $700,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $700,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $339 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.9% |
| Price Drops | 27.3% |
| Inventory | 11 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,136 |
| 2% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,950 |
| Rent Burden | 31.0% |
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
| Homeownership | 69.9% |
| Owner-Occupied | 69.9% |
| Renter-Occupied | 30.1% |
| Housing Units | 1,233 |
| Median Year Built | 1983 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,954 |
| 16% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.00% |
In Palisade, 29.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.1% of residents. 26.3% have high blood pressure. 13.1% are current smokers. 18.7% report binge drinking. 18.3% are physically inactive, below the national average. 24.7% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.0% experience frequent mental distress. 10.6% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:855. The dentist ratio is 1:1,344. 56.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.8 out of 10.
Health Metrics: Palisade vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 29.4% |
| 8% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 7.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 26.3% |
| Asthma | 11.6% |
| COPD | 5.7% |
| Cancer | 7.6% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 13.1% |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 18.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 18.3% |
| Depression | 24.7% |
| Mental Distress | 18.0% |
| Physical Distress | 12.9% |
| Short Sleep | 31.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 87.5% |
| Uninsured | 10.6% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:855 |
| Dentists | 1:1,344 |
| Mental Health | 1:252 |
| Checkup Rate | 68.8% |
| Dental Visits | 61.8% |
| Premature Death | 8,653/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 56.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 475 |
Palisade has a violent crime rate of 220 per 100,000 residents, 42% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 110.2 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 110.2. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,249 per 100,000, 36% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,102, burglary at 147, vehicle theft at 0 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 28 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Palisade receives a safety grade of F.
Crime Rates: Palisade vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
| Total Violent | 220.4/100K |
| 42% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 110.2/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 110.2/100K |
Property Crime
| Total Property | 1,248.6/100K |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 146.9/100K |
| Theft | 1,101.7/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 28 |
| Traffic Accidents | 84 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.6 / 4.0 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
Palisade experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 79°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 10.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 12.9 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 4,719 feet.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 54.4°F |
| 1% above US avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 330 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,719 ft (1,438 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,168/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.1079°N, 108.3573°W |
| Timezone | America/Denver |
| County | Mesa County County |
| Nearest Airport | Grand Junction Regional (GJT) 9 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)
| Ozone (O₃) | 0.0508 ppm |
| PM2.5 (Fine Particles) | 4.5 μg/m³ |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 75.1 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 37.0 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 56.7 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Moderate |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Very Low |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Very High |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Relatively High |
| Volcano | Very Low |
| Avalanche | Relatively High |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°F (-1°C) | 0.6 in | |
| February | 35°F (2°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| March | 44°F (6°C) | 0.9 in | |
| April | 51°F (11°C) | 0.8 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 0.6 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 0.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 1.0 in | |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 1.0 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 1.1 in | Wettest |
| November | 40°F (4°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 30°F (-1°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
Palisade has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 30°F in December to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 9.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (1.1") and February the driest (0.6").
Palisade is located in Mesa County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 30.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 10% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.5% have completed high school. 7.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.7 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 61% of the vote, a 24.3-point margin. 93.7% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 8 public libraries serving the community. 475 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 60.5% of workers drive alone to work.
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Republican by 24.3 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 28 |
| Traffic Accidents | 84 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.6 / 4.0 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
F
Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 30.4% |
| 10% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 90.5% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 7.4% |
| School Test Score | 5.73 |
B
Education Grade (3.4/5.0)
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro / under 250K |
| Population Density | 2,168/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.2 sq mi |
| County | Mesa County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 93.7% |
| Avg Download Speed | 116.2 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 6.7 Mbps |
| Max Download Speed | 987 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 8 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 475 |
| Restaurants | 370 |
| Retail Stores | 574 |
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 38.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 60.5% |
| Public Transit | 1.7% |
| Work from Home | 26.4% |
Average costs for common services in Palisade. 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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
Childcare
| Center-Based (monthly) | |
| Infant | $964 |
| Toddler | $875 |
| Preschool | $785 |
| Family Childcare (monthly) | |
| Infant | $755 |
| Toddler | $735 |
| Preschool | $735 |
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)
Top Industries in Mesa County
Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).
| Industry | Jobs | Establishments | Avg Annual Pay | Location Quotient |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 12,228 | 654 | $63,296 | 1.28 |
| Retail Trade | 8,843 | 568 | $43,409 | 1.32 |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 7,141 | 358 | $26,616 | 1.17 |
| Construction | 5,122 | 675 | $67,883 | 1.46 |
| Manufacturing | 3,097 | 202 | $57,927 | 0.56 |
| Administrative & Waste Services | 2,689 | 301 | $52,977 | 0.68 |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2,620 | 178 | $63,783 | 0.93 |
| Professional & Technical Services | 2,585 | 734 | $72,265 | 0.56 |
| Wholesale Trade | 2,411 | 296 | $74,978 | 0.92 |
| Other Services | 2,011 | 450 | $43,907 | 1.00 |
| Finance & Insurance | 1,609 | 279 | $80,786 | 0.59 |
| Mining & Oil/Gas | 1,526 | 123 | $111,628 | 6.03 |
| Arts & Entertainment | 1,100 | 86 | $20,653 | 0.98 |
| Real Estate | 1,033 | 398 | $50,454 | 1.00 |
| Educational Services | 739 | 73 | $30,085 | 0.53 |
| Information & Technology | 575 | 74 | $76,282 | 0.46 |
| Agriculture & Forestry | 313 | 57 | $33,848 | 0.58 |
| Utilities | 223 | 15 | $109,779 | 0.88 |
| Management of Companies | 201 | 42 | $80,834 | 0.18 |
| Unclassified | 9 | 20 | $64,915 | 0.10 |
Schools in Palisade
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palisade High School | High | 1,125 | 57 | 19.7:1 |
| Taylor Elementary School | Elementary | 321 | 21 | 15.3:1 |
Radio Stations near Palisade
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| KAFM | community radio, music | MP3 128 kbps |
Campgrounds Near Palisade
15 campgrounds found near Palisade.
| Name | Rating | Sites | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moose Manor Cabin | 4.7/5 | 1 | $200 |
| ISLAND LAKE CAMPGROUND | 4.6/5 | 32 | $26–$190 |
| COBBETT LAKE | 4.5/5 | 20 | $22–$24 |
| JUMBO CAMPGROUND | 4.5/5 | 26 | $26–$72 |
| SADDLEHORN CAMPGROUND | 4.5/5 | 79 | $11–$22 |
| Black Bear Cabin at Mesa Lakes (CO) | 4.1/5 | 1 | $200 |
| North Fruita Desert Campground | 4.0/5 | 144 | $20–$50 |
| Aspen Leaf Cabin (Uncompahgre National Forest, Co) | 3.5/5 | 1 | Free |
| Big Creek (CO) | — | 1 | Free |
| Cottonwood Lake (CO) | — | 1 | Free |
| Crag Crest | — | 1 | Free |
| Little Bear | — | 1 | Free |
| OAK CABIN | — | 1 | Free |
| Spruce Grove (CO) | — | 1 | Free |
| Ward Lake | — | 1 | Free |
National Parks Near Palisade
19 national parks and monuments found near Palisade.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park | National Park | $30 |
| Colorado National Monument | National Monument | $25 |
| Colorado River | State Park | Free |
| Crawford State Park | State Park | Free |
| Harvey Gap State Park | State Park | Free |
| Highline Lake State Park | State Park | Free |
| Highline State Park | State Park | Free |
| James M. Robb - Colorado River State Park | State Park | Free |
| James M. Robb - Colorado River State Park - Connected Lakes | State Park | Free |
| James M. Robb - Colorado River State Park - Corn Lake | State Park | Free |
| James M. Robb - Colorado River State Park - Fruita | State Park | Free |
| James M. Robb - Colorado River State Park - Island Aces | State Park | Free |
| James M. Robb - Colorado River State Park - River Wildlife Area | State Park | Free |
| Ridgway State Park | State Park | Free |
| Rifle Falls State Park | State Park | Free |
| Rifle Gap State Park | State Park | Free |
| Sweitzer Lake State Park | State Park | Free |
| Vega State Park | State Park | Free |
| Wacker Ranch | State Park | Free |
Trails Near Palisade
178+ trails found near Palisade.
| Trail | Miles | Surface | Hike | Bike | Horse |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LANDS END LOOP SNOWMOBILE | 18.2 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| COLD SORE SNOWMOBILE | 12.6 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| PALISADE PLUNGE | 11.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| UNAWEEP | 8.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| COAL CREEK | 8.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| MESA TOP | 7.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| KANNAH CREEK | 7.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| SPRING CAMP | 7.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| PALISADE PLUNGE | 6.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| INDIAN POINT | 6.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| GRIFFITH SKI LOOP | 6.6 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| UTE CREEK | 6.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| FLOWING PARK | 6.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| NORTH BENCH | 6.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| LANDS END UPPER CONNECTION SNO | 6.0 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| BONHAM SNOWMOBILE AND SKI | 6.0 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| SUNLIGHT TO POWDERHORN SNO | 5.9 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| WEST BENCH | 5.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| WEST GREEN MOUNTAIN | 5.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| CORRAL GULCH | 5.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| WEST BENCH SKI | 5.5 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| OLD GRAND MESA SNOWMOBILE | 5.2 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| SMITH POINT | 5.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| SURFACE CREEK SNOWMOBILE | 5.1 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| BLUE CREEK | 5.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| BULL BASIN | 5.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| BASIN | 4.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MAILBOX | 4.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| CABIN | 4.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| LAKE OF THE WOODS | 4.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| CRAG CREST NRT | 4.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| COAL CREEK BASIN | 4.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| KIMBALL CREEK | 4.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| WARD LAKE SKI | 4.2 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| SMALLEY MOUNTAIN | 4.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| BULL CREEK SNOWMOBILE AND SKI | 4.2 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| HUNGRY GULCH | 4.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| RIDGE | 4.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| WHITEWATER BASIN | 3.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| BAD LAND | 3.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| BLUE GROUSE | 3.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| ROCKY PITCH LOOP | 3.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| INDIAN POINT | 3.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| CORRAL FORK | 3.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| BIG CREEK | 3.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| CRAG CREST LOOP | 3.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| EUREKA | 3.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| HAWXHURST | 3.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| HAYPARK SNOWMOBILE | 3.5 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| BITTLE LOOP | 3.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| TELEPHONE | 3.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| LITTLE CREEK | 3.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| MILITARY PARK SNOWMOBILE | 3.3 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| COW CREEK | 3.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| POINT CAMP | 3.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| GILL CREEK | 3.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| CRANE LAKE | 3.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| DIVIDE FORKS CUTOFF | 3.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| GREENWOOD | 3.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| WILDCAT | 3.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| LITTLE BEAR LAKE | 3.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| SUNLIGHT TO POWDERHORN SNO | 2.9 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| TURKEY FLATS | 2.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| DEEP CREEK | 2.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| CRUM RESERVOIR | 2.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MASSEY BRANCH | 2.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| GILL | 2.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| WINTER CAMP | 2.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| DOMINGUEZ CUTOFF | 2.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| LA FAIR | 2.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| RIM VIEW | 2.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| BLACK POINT | 2.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| KANNAH CROSSING | 2.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| TOWER | 2.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| NORTH FORK BEAR CANYON | 2.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| SUNLIGHT TO POWDERHORN SNO | 2.5 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| BONHAM | 2.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| WARD SKI SKINNED HORSE | 2.5 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| DROP OFF | 2.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| BIG CREEK SCOUT | 2.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| BLACK PINE | 2.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| UTE CREEK CUTOFF | 2.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| COUNTY LINE SKI TOWER | 2.4 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| BATTLEMENT TRAIL A | 2.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| COUNTY LINE SKI OVERLOOK | 2.2 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| EAST UNAWEEP | 2.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| INDIAN POINT CUTOFF | 2.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| SCOTLAND | 2.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| SCALES LAKE | 2.2 | CRUSHED AGGREGATE OR GRAVEL | — | Yes | — |
| ASPEN COVE SNOWMOBILE | 2.0 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| OVERLOOK | 2.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| SUNLIGHT TO POWDERHORN SNO | 2.0 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| HAY PARK | 1.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| SKYWAY SKI LIONS LOOP | 1.9 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| SKYWAY SKI SUNSET | 1.9 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| RIM VIEW CONNECTOR | 1.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| BATTLEMENT TRAIL C | 1.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| SKYWAY SKI SCALES LAKE RD | 1.8 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| SKYWAY SKI VISTA VALLEY | 1.8 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| COTTONWOOD | 1.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BARON LAKE | 1.7 | IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| LITTLE DOLORES | 1.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MAILBOX CUTOFF | 1.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| LANDS END OBS SNOWMOBILE | 1.6 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| HAYPRESS | 1.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| MIDDLE FORK BEAR CANYON | 1.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| GRIFFITH SKI CUTOFF | 1.5 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| BULL & BROWN (GRANBY) | 1.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| ISLAND LAKE | 1.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| CRAG CREST NRT | 1.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| SKYWAY SKI VISTA RIDGE | 1.5 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| SKYWAY SKI SUMMIT | 1.5 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| COUNTY LINE SKI DOG LOOP | 1.5 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| DOG LOOP | 1.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| RESERVOIR #1 | 1.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| BUNCH GROUND | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| SNOWSHOE | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| FARMERS | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| SKID TRAIL | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| MESA CREEK | 1.3 | IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| LIONS | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| CEDAREDGE OVERLOOK | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| COUNTY LINE SKI OUTER LIMITS | 1.3 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| MESA LAKE SHORE | 1.3 | IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BULL CREEK CUTOFF | 1.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| DEEP CREEK CUTOFF | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| COUNTY LINE SKI KANNAH X-ING | 1.1 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| BIG CREEK CUTOFF | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| CARSON LAKE | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CHEEVERS | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| BATTLEMENT TRAIL B | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| TRAVERSE | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| LOST LAKE | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| GILL SPUR | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| WARD SKI EAST WARD | 1.0 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| LILY LAKE | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| CRAG TO COBBETT | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| SWITCHBACK | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| RAVEN | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| BATTLEMENT | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| GLACIER SPRINGS CUTOFF | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BLUE LAKE | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| WARD LAKE | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| WARD SKI FINNEY | 0.8 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| WARD SKI WILD TRAIL | 0.8 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| COUNTY LINE SKI SCALES GLADE | 0.7 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| LEONARDS RIDGE | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| CARSON HOLE | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| CARPENTER | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MUD HOLES | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| SKYWAY SKI WINSLOW | 0.6 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| SKYWAY SKI ARROYO | 0.5 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| COUNTY LINE CONNECTOR | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| WARD SKI DEEP SLOUGH | 0.5 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| WARD SKI SHEEP | 0.5 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| CACHE CREEK | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| WARD SKI STAIRCASE | 0.4 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| SCOTLAND CUTOFF | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| BLUE GROUSE | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| BRET POINT | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| COUNTY LINE SKI LOOP TWO | 0.4 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| EUREKA CUTOFF | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| COBBETT LAKE | 0.4 | IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BATTLEMENT | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| WARD SKI HIGH TRAIL | 0.4 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| LAND OF LAKES | 0.4 | ASPHALT | Yes | — | — |
| SCALES LAKE | 0.3 | CRUSHED AGGREGATE OR GRAVEL | — | Yes | — |
| GRAND MESA DISCOVERY | 0.3 | IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| COBBETT TO WARD | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| ANDERSON ROAD CUTOFF | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| SKYWAY SKI WILLS HILL | 0.2 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| BULL CREEK CUTOFF | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| DOG CUTOFF | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| COUNTY LINE SKI DOG CUTOFF | 0.2 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| TROUT LAKE | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| CRAG CREST NRT | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| WARD SKI CUT OFF | 0.1 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| COUNTY LINE SKI LOOP ONE TIE | 0.1 | SNOW | — | — | — |
Historical Trends — Palisade
Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).
Population
Median Household Income
| Year | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 2,705 | $41,429 |
| 2015 | 2,740 | $43,167 |
| 2017 | 2,785 | $38,092 |
| 2019 | 2,781 | $34,779 |
| 2021 | 2,584 | $53,571 |
| 2023 | 2,591 | $61,655 |
Museums in Palisade
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CROSS ORCHARDS HISTORIC SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 9704349814 | $1,385,477 | |
| MUSEUM OF WESTERN COLORADO | HISTORY MUSEUM | �3073 PATTERSON RD | 9704349814 | $1,385,477 |
| WESTERN COLORADO CENTER FOR THE ARTS | ART MUSEUM | 9702437337 | $479,638 | |
| JOHN MCCONNELL MATH & SCIENCE CENTER OF WESTERN COLORADO | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 9702541626 | $460,354 | |
| GRAND VALLEY MODEL RAILROAD CLUB | GENERAL MUSEUM | 3073 F ROAD | ||
| JOHNSON ART GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | |||
| MESA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 462 UTE AVE | 9702605226 | |
| ORDER OF THE AZURE ROSE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| PALISADE HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 311 SOUTH MAIN STREET | ||
| ROCKY MOUNTAIN WING CNFDRT | GENERAL MUSEUM | 9702560693 | ||
| WESTERN COLORADO BOTANICAL GARDENS | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | 641 STRUTHERS AVE | 9702453288 | |
| WESTERN COLORADO BOTANICAL SOCIETY | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | 641 STRUTHERS AVE | 9702453288 |
Libraries in Palisade
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MESA COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT | 443 NORTH 6TH STREET | 0.0 | 762,061 |
Farmers Markets in Palisade
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| American National Bank Downtown Farmers Market Festival | 5th and Rood Avenue | ||||
| Farm and Ranch Market (FARM) | 28th & North Avenue |
Hotels in Palisade
4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Palisade Wine Valley Inn
Slopeside
Spoke and Vine Motel
Wine Country Inn
Restaurants in Palisade
5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
13 Brix
Diorio's Pizza & Subs
Fidel's Cocina and Bar
Palisade Pizza and PourHouse
Pêche
Cafes in Palisade
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
357 Bar & Grill
Copeka Coffee
Clinics in Palisade
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Marilac Clinic
Gas Stations in Palisade
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Conoco
Exxon
Phillips 66
Breweries in Palisade
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Breckenridge Ale House | Restaurants, Beer & Beverages, Breweries & Brew Pubs, American Restaurants, Bar & Grill Restaurants, | 2531 N 12th | 9707735092 | Visit |
| Carlson Vineyards Winery | Brewers, Wineries | 461 35 Rd | 8884645554, 9704645554 | Visit |
| Edgewater Brewery | Brewers | 905 Struthers Ave | 9702433659 | Visit |
| Meadery of The Rockies | Brewers, Wineries | 3701 G Rd | 9704647899 | Visit |
| Palisade Brewery | Wholesale Beer, Brewers | 200 Peach Ave | 9704641462, 9704647257 | |
| Palisade Brewing Company | Brewery, American Restaurant, and Bar | 342 W 2nd St | 9704647257 | Visit |
| Plum Creek Winery | Brewers, Wineries | 3708 G Rd | 9704647586 | Visit |
| Reeder Mesa Vineyards | manufacturing, wholesale, food, Brewers, Wineries, winery, Tourist Attractions | 7799 Reeder Mesa Rd | 9702427468 | Visit |
| Whitewater Hill Vineyards | Brewers, Wineries | 220 32 Rd | 9704346868 | Visit |
Nursing Homes in Palisade
1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).
| Facility | Ownership | Beds | Residents | Overall | Health | Staffing | Quality | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PALISADES LIVING CENTER 151 EAST 3RD STREET |
For profit - Corporation | 91 | 73 | 1/5 | — | 3/5 | 2/5 | 9704647500 |
Pharmacies in Palisade
1 pharmacies and drugstores.
| Pharmacy | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| PALISADE PHARMACY | 707 ELBERTA AVENUE | 970-464-5668 |
Cell Towers in Palisade
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| 489-1/2 28 1/2 RD (10325) | LTOWER | 32 |
| 489-1/2 28 1/2 RD (10325) | LTOWER | 32 |
| MESA POINT MOUNTAIN (10315) | MTOWER | 24 |
| MESA POINT MOUNTAIN (10315) | MTOWER | 24 |
Fire Stations in Palisade
| Name | Address | Type | Active Firefighters | Volunteers | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palisade Fire Department | 175 E 3rd ST | Mostly volunteer | 970-464-5602 |
Power Plants Near Palisade
| Name | Type | Primary Fuel | Capacity (MW) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CAMEO | CONVENTIONAL STEAM COAL | 221112 | -108.3 | RE |
| GRAND VALLEY PROJECT POWER PLANT | CONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC | 221111 | -108.4 | OP |
| MESA CSG 2 MASSICOTTE | SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC | 221114 | -108.4 | OP |
Bridges in Palisade
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1962 | 1,127 | 18,000 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1963 | 25 | 18,000 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1965 | 146 | 17,000 | F | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete continuous | 1958 | 248 | 17,000 | F | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete | 1963 | 129 | 11,500 | F | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete | 1963 | 127 | 11,500 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1933 | 22 | 9,800 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1933 | 21 | 9,800 | F | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete continuous | 1963 | 112 | 9,000 | F | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete continuous | 1963 | 112 | 9,000 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete continuous | 1985 | 989 | 8,500 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete continuous | 1985 | 998 | 8,500 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete continuous | 1985 | 1,001 | 8,500 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete continuous | 1985 | 991 | 8,500 | F | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete | 1963 | 72 | 6,481 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1949 | 484 | 2,900 | P | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1986 | 156 | 2,000 | G | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete | 1965 | 187 | 2,000 | F | |
| Tee Beam | Prestressed concrete | 1986 | 66 | 1,565 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1951 | 29 | 1,200 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 2015 | 27 | 1,130 | G | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete continuous | 1965 | 200 | 664 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1950 | 27 | 650 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1966 | 46 | 569 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete continuous | 1994 | 423 | 558 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1937 | 389 | 412 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 2017 | 90 | 309 | G | |
| Culvert | Steel | 1901 | 22 | 309 | P | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 2022 | 36 | 296 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1989 | 66 | 236 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 2003 | 25 | 214 | G | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 2001 | 54 | 193 | G | |
| Tee Beam | Prestressed concrete | 1968 | 42 | 163 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1975 | 27 | 141 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 2008 | 22 | 132 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1989 | 52 | 108 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1991 | 92 | 95 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1988 | 46 | 78 | F | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 2003 | 58 | 73 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1988 | 40 | 51 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1999 | 65 | 36 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1982 | 27 | 29 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1992 | 58 | 27 | G | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 2014 | 44 | 18 | G |
Amtrak Stations in Palisade
1 Amtrak stations.
| Station | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Junction, CO | 339 South 1st Street | TRAIN |
Airports Near Palisade
41 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Garfield County Regional Airport | RIL | Medium Airport |
| Grand Junction Regional Airport | GJT | Medium Airport |
| Montrose Regional Airport | MTJ | Medium Airport |
| Barber Field | — | Small Airport |
| Blake Field | — | Small Airport |
| Boeing Field | — | Small Airport |
| Clifford Field | — | Small Airport |
| Crawford Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cridler Field | — | Small Airport |
| Deanda Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Doctors Mesa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dolores Point Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dolores River Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dry Pen Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Eden Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Flight Trak Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Flying M Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Flying W No.2 Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Flying W Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hendricks Field At West Creek Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hostetler Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hubbard Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Juniper Hills Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mack Mesa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mesawood Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Montemadeira Ii Airport | — | Small Airport |
| North Fork Valley Airport | WPO | Small Airport |
| Omega 1 Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Phylcon Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pine Flat Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Pinyon Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ranger Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Redlands Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Scenic Mesa Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sky Island Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Spruce Point Tree Farm LLC Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Steamboat Mesa Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Ward Creek Airport | — | Small Airport |
| West Divide Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Westwinds Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Widner Airport | — | Small Airport |
Police Stations in Palisade
3 police stations.
| Station | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Campus Police | ||
| Grand Junction Police Department | 555 Ute Avenue | |
| Mesa County Sheriff's Office | 126 2nd Street |
Grocery Stores in Palisade
7 grocery stores.
| Store | Type | Address |
|---|---|---|
| C & F Food Stores 8 | Convenience Store | 208 W 8th St |
| C & R Farms NAFMNP | Farmers and Markets | 3620 F Rd |
| Citizen Sheepdog Llc | Convenience Store | 309 W Eighth St |
| DOLLAR GENERAL 13952 | Other | 607 Elberta Dr |
| Family Food Town | Grocery Store | 112 W 3rd St |
| Golden Gate Gas 70 | Convenience Store | 327 Elberta Ave |
| Rancho Durazno | Farmers and Markets | 3938 G 2/10 Rd |
Treatment Centers in Palisade
6 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha Center Inc | Substance Abuse | 970-241-2948 |
| Griffith Centers - Grand Junction | Mental Health | 970-462-1344 |
| Integrated Insight Therapy | Both | 970-201-1467 |
| Mesa County Criminal Justice Servs | Substance Abuse | 970-244-3300 |
| Shift Counseling Services PLLC | Substance Abuse | 970-241-2948 |
| West Springs Hospital | Both | 970-201-4299 |
DOL Wage Violations in Palisade
7 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $51,840 in back wages owed to 135 employees.
7
Violations
$51,840
Back Wages Owed
135
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
| Employer | Severity | Parent Company | ZIP | Industry | Cases | Back Wages | Per Employee | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retreat at Palisades | — | — | 81526 | — | 1 | $24,817 | $636 | 39 |
| Talbott's Mountain Gold | — | — | 81526 | — | 1 | $8,550 | $190 | 45 |
| DeBEQUE Canyon Winery | — | — | 81526 | — | 1 | $6,903 | $3,451 | 2 |
| Volunteers of America Heritage Assisted Livin | — | — | 81526 | — | 1 | $3,875 | $258 | 15 |
| Sowell Orchards | — | — | 81526 | — | 1 | $3,420 | $190 | 18 |
| Cunningham Orchard | — | — | 81526 | — | 2 | $2,966 | $297 | 10 |
| Mesa View Orchard | — | — | 81526 | — | 1 | $1,310 | $218 | 6 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Palisade
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| ACTS ONE 8 MISSIONS INC | 310 33 RD |
| ARMORY INC | PO BOX 1204 |
| CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS OF AMERICA 941 CT MOUNT OF THE HOLY CROSS | 535 W FIRST ST |
| CENTRAL ORCHARD MESA COMMUNITY CHURCH | 298 34 RD |
| CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF PALISADES COLORADO | PO BOX 388 |
| FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH | PO BOX 206 |
| GRAND VALLEY FLATIRONS INC | 3583 GRAND VALLEY CANAL RD |
| PENTECOSTAL HOLINESS CHURCH | PO BOX 1291 |
| THE MUSTARD SEED CHURCH | PO BOX 487 |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Palisade
What is the population of Palisade?
Palisade has a population of 2,580 residents and is located in Colorado. The population density is 2,168 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.3% female and 50.7% male.
Is Palisade expensive to live in?
Palisade 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 $61,655, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $295,200 (5% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,136 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
Is Palisade safe?
Palisade is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 220 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,249 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Palisade receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Palisade?
Palisade has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 10.5 inches, with 12.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.
How is the job market in Palisade?
Palisade has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,102. There are 5,690 business establishments in the area, including 370 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 38 minutes, and 26.4% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Palisade?
The median home value in Palisade is $295,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $542,086. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,136. Fair market rent is $1,161 for a 1-bedroom and $1,429 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 69.9%. The average annual property tax is $2,954.
How are the schools in Palisade?
Schools in Palisade score 5.7 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 30.4% of adults in Palisade hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.5% have completed high school. 7.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Palisade?
The obesity rate in Palisade is 29.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 13.1% of adults are smokers. 18.3% are physically inactive. 24.7% of residents report depression. 10.6% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 56.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:855.
What is transportation like in Palisade?
The average commute in Palisade is 38 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 60.5% of workers drive alone to work, 1.7% use public transit, and 26.4% work from home.
What are the demographics of Palisade?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Palisade is 85.4% White, 7.9% Hispanic or Latino. 97.5% of residents speak only English at home. 13.2% of the population are military veterans. 20.4% of residents have a disability. 87.5% have health insurance coverage.
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