Palmer Lake, CO

Colorado · Douglas County · Denver-Aurora-Centennial Metro

Palmer Lake is a small town in Colorado with a population of 2,635. Residents earn $122,855 per year, which is 63% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0

A+ Excellent

2,635 Population 853/sq mi density

$122,855 Median Income $51,872 per capita

$454,000 Home Value $528,830 Zillow

$1,913 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent

47°F Avg Temperature 326 sunny days/yr

A+

Overall

4.7 / 5.0

Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

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Economy

4.7 / 5.0

$122,855 median income, 4.3% unemployment

A+

Affordability

4.6 / 5.0

$454,000 home value, $1,913/mo rent

A+

Education

4.7 / 5.0

46.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $122,855

63% higher than US avg

Home Value $454,000

61% higher than US avg

Violent Crime 0/100K

100% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 46.3%

37% higher than US avg

Median Rent $1,913

64% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 25.9%

19% lower than US avg

Unemployment 4.3%

19% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,635

Median Age49.4 yrs

Density853/mi²

Male / Female51% / 49%

Largest GroupWhite 84%

Veterans11.7%

Economy

A+

Median Income$122,855

Per Capita$51,872

Unemployment4.3%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$31,178M

Commute27 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$454,000

Rent$1,913

Ownership88.2%

Zillow$528,830

Housing Units1,141

Rent Burden22.5%

Crime

Violent0/100K

Property0/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault0/100K

Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity25.9%

Uninsured7.3%

Smoking9.6%

Depression25.9%

Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain22.5 in/yr

Sunny Days326/yr

Elevation7,138 ft (2,176 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+46.3%

High School+97.6%

Graduate+14.2%

School Score7.08

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 45%

Commute27 min

Broadband97.8%

EV Stations2

Libraries7

Is Palmer Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Palmer Lake receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Palmer Lake stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Palmer Lake is $122,855, which is significantly higher than the national average / 63% above $75,149. This places Palmer Lake among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Palmer Lake is $454,000, making it a premium housing market at 61% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,913 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Palmer Lake is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 46.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 7.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Palmer Lake experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.5 inches, including 121.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Palmer Lake has a population of 2,635 with a density of 853 people per square mile, spread across 3.1 square miles. The median age is 49.4 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.2% female and 50.8% male. The city is predominantly White (83.8%), with 2.3% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 89.2% of residents, while 10.8% speak Spanish. 11.7% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 17.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 98.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,635

Total Population

853

People / sq mi

49.4yrs

Median Age

27% above US avg

3.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%

Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Palmer Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 89.2%

14% above US avg

Spanish 10.8%

19% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Palmer Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Palmer Lake is $122,855, which is 63% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $51,872 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,634, 14% higher than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 16,132 business establishments, including 647 restaurants. The cost of living index is 103.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 21.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Palmer Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$122,855
	63% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$51,872
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,634
IRS Avg AGI	$146,479
Gini Index	0.398 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	4.3%
	19% above US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	16,132
County GDP	$31,178M

Business (County)

Restaurants	647
Healthcare	1,115
Retail	955
Manufacturing	156

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$5,238
	50% above US avg
Cost of Living	103.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	27.3 min
Drive Alone	76.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	21.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Palmer Lake is $454,000, 61% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $528,830, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 0% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $1,913 (64% above 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. 88.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,141 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1983. The average annual property tax is $5,238 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 22.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.7x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$454,000
	61% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$528,830
Median List Price	$605,250

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$605,250
$/Sq Ft	$0
Sale-to-List Ratio	0.0%
Price Drops	21.1%
Inventory	19

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,913
	64% above US avg
Rent Burden	22.5%

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	88.2%
Owner-Occupied	88.2%
Renter-Occupied	11.8%
Housing Units	1,141
Median Year Built	1983

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$5,238
	50% above US avg
Effective Rate	1.15%

In Palmer Lake, 25.9% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.3% of residents, below the national average. 25.3% have high blood pressure. 9.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 18.5% report binge drinking. 15.5% are physically inactive, below the national average. 25.9% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 17.1% experience frequent mental distress. 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,430. The dentist ratio is 1:1,403. 91.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 9.6 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Palmer Lake vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	25.9%
	19% below US avg
Diabetes	6.9%
Heart Disease	4.3%
High Blood Pressure	25.3%
Asthma	11.4%
COPD	4.4%
Cancer	7.8%
Stroke	2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	9.6%
	31% below US avg
Binge Drinking	18.5%
Physical Inactivity	15.5%
Depression	25.9%
Mental Distress	17.1%
Physical Distress	11.4%
Short Sleep	33.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	98.5%
Uninsured	7.3%
	15% below US avg
Primary Care	1:1,430
Dentists	1:1,403
Mental Health	1:508
Checkup Rate	73.3%
Dental Visits	66.8%
Premature Death	4,121/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	9.6/10
Exercise Access	91.3%
Healthcare Facilities	1,115

Palmer Lake has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 0.0 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 0 per 100,000, 100% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 0, burglary at 0, vehicle theft at 0 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 24 fatal traffic crashes.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	0.0/100K
Robbery	0.0/100K
Assault	0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Burglary	0.0/100K
Theft	0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft	0.0/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	24
Traffic Accidents	3
Avg Accident Severity	2.7 / 4.0

Safety Score

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Palmer Lake experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 326 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 22.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 121.1 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 7,138 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)

Annual Average	46.5°F
	14% below US avg
January Average	29°F (-2°C)
July Average	68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days	326 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	7,138 ft (2,176 m)
Area	3.1 sq mi (8.1 km²)
Population Density	853/sq mi
Coordinates	39.1158°N, 104.9092°W
Timezone	America/Denver
County	Douglas County County
Nearest Airport	Denver International (DEN) 53 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 22.5"

41% below US avg

Snowfall 121.1"

Wettest Month (Jul) 2.83"

Driest Month (Jan) 0.47"

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0524 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	5.0 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Moderate
Risk Score	88.7 / 100
Social Vulnerability	10.6 / 100
Community Resilience	73.7 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively High
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Relatively High
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Relatively High
Strong Wind	Relatively High
Heat Wave	Relatively Low
Winter Weather	Very High
Lightning	Very High
Ice Storm	Relatively Low
Drought	Relatively Low
Cold Wave	Relatively Low
Landslide	Relatively Low
Volcano	Very Low
Avalanche	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

18 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.0. Most recent: M2.7 on Jun 13, 2025.

Dec 25, 1994	9 km NE of Larkspur, Colorado	M4.0	21 km
Dec 23, 1995	7 km WNW of Rock Creek Park, Colorado	M3.5	43 km
Jan 18, 1997	8 km SE of Westcreek, Colorado	M3.3	17 km
Jan 26, 2008	12 km NE of Cotopaxi, Colorado	M3.1	94 km
Jul 22, 2001	6 km WNW of Woodland Park, Colorado	M3.1	22 km
Sep 12, 1990	13 km NW of Silverthorne, Colorado	M3.0	129 km
Jan 19, 1997	8 km SE of Westcreek, Colorado	M2.9	17 km
Aug 24, 2016	16 km ENE of Beulah Valley, Colorado	M2.9	108 km
Feb 26, 2008	29 km WNW of Westcreek, Colorado	M2.9	52 km
Dec 31, 1995	6 km WNW of Rock Creek Park, Colorado	M2.8	45 km
Jan 19, 1997	8 km SE of Westcreek, Colorado	M2.7	17 km
Apr 18, 1998	8 km SE of Westcreek, Colorado	M2.7	17 km
Jun 13, 2025	7 km SE of Erie, Colorado	M2.7	99 km
Sep 24, 2013	6 km NNE of Cotopaxi, Colorado	M2.6	101 km
Jun 26, 2021	19 km WNW of Cañon City, Colorado	M2.5	81 km
Jan 11, 1995	15 km SSE of Norrie, Colorado	M2.5	148 km
Aug 4, 1994	6 km NNE of Smeltertown, Colorado	M2.5	110 km
Aug 7, 2021	23 km NE of Sugar City, Colorado	M2.5	145 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

591 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 86 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Jun 6, 1990	EF3	89 km	0
Jun 15, 1988	EF3	68 km	0
Jun 12, 1982	EF3	85 km	0
Jun 24, 1979	EF3	30 km	0
Jun 13, 1977	EF3	23 km	0
May 18, 1975	EF3	78 km	0
Jun 8, 2014	EF2	49 km	0
Jun 7, 2012	EF2	62 km	0
Jun 15, 2009	EF2	27 km	0
May 10, 2004	EF2	79 km	0
May 28, 2001	EF2	56 km	0
May 28, 2001	EF2	54 km	0
Jul 13, 1996	EF2	88 km	0
Jun 6, 1990	EF2	79 km	0
Jun 15, 1988	EF2	68 km	0
Jun 5, 1988	EF2	99 km	0
Jun 5, 1988	EF2	94 km	0
Jul 2, 1987	EF2	86 km	0
Jun 20, 1987	EF2	77 km	0
Jun 8, 1986	EF2	67 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: HAYMAN (129,417 ac, 2002).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2002	HAYMAN	129,417	35 km
1986	UNNAMED	25,771	90 km
2012	WALDO CANYON	20,112	21 km
2016	IMPACT AREA	19,918	60 km
1998	UNNAMED	18,218	61 km
2018	WESTON PASS	13,169	97 km
2013	BLACK FOREST	11,885	20 km
1996	BUFFALO CREEK	11,690	42 km
2000	HIGH MEADOWS	9,607	50 km
2008	TA-25	8,253	56 km
2024	RANGE 135	7,766	60 km
2001	MVD PSFRXASST 4	7,375	24 km
2002	MILNE/SQUIRREL	6,568	54 km
2021	MARSHALL	6,286	97 km
2018	APACHE COMPLEX	5,182	69 km
2009	QUARRY	5,141	52 km
2017	MILNE	5,113	60 km
2002	UNNAMED	4,911	66 km
2002	HANOVER	4,903	69 km
2018	CARSON MIDWAY	4,773	68 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	29°F (-2°C)	0.5 in	Driest
February	27°F (-3°C)	0.5 in
March	31°F (-0°C)	1.2 in
April	38°F (3°C)	1.6 in
May	47°F (9°C)	2.3 in
June	57°F (14°C)	2.1 in
July	68°F (20°C)	2.8 in	Warmest, Wettest
August	60°F (16°C)	2.8 in
September	53°F (12°C)	1.5 in
October	43°F (6°C)	1.0 in
November	32°F (-0°C)	0.8 in
December	25°F (-4°C)	0.6 in	Coldest

Palmer Lake has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 25°F in December to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 17.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.8") and January the driest (0.5").

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Palmer Lake is located in Douglas County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 46.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 37% above the national average of 33.7%. 97.6% have completed high school. 14.2% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 7.1 out of 10, reflecting strong academic performance. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 52.3% of the vote, a 7-point margin. 97.8% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 7 public libraries serving the community. 1,115 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 76.5% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.3%

D 45.3%

Winner: Republican by 7 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	24
Traffic Accidents	3
Avg Accident Severity	2.7 / 4.0

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	46.3%
	37% above US avg
High School+	97.6%
Graduate Degree+	14.2%
School Test Score	7.08

A+ Education Grade (4.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1	Metro / 1 million+
Population Density	853/sq mi
Total Area	3.1 sq mi
County	Douglas County County

Services

Broadband Access	97.8%
Avg Download Speed	115.8 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	23.0 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	2
Alt Fuel Stations	2
Public Libraries	7
Healthcare Facilities	1,115
Restaurants	647
Retail Stores	955

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	27.3 min
Drive Alone	76.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	21.3%

Average costs for common services in Palmer Lake. 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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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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	$1,737
Toddler	$1,394
Preschool	$1,197
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$1,128
Toddler	$1,108
Preschool	$1,108

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Douglas County

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

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Professional & Technical Services	18,422	4,425	$142,532	1.80
Retail Trade	17,661	902	$42,211	1.20
Health Care & Social Assistance	17,064	1,355	$68,113	0.81
Accommodation & Food Services	14,640	674	$30,289	1.09
Finance & Insurance	12,211	1,173	$140,408	2.04
Construction	11,139	1,148	$90,367	1.44
Wholesale Trade	6,100	1,310	$129,446	1.05
Administrative & Waste Services	5,728	882	$63,912	0.66
Other Services	4,984	1,180	$54,548	1.12
Information & Technology	4,969	483	$155,223	1.80
Arts & Entertainment	4,000	255	$31,334	1.61
Management of Companies	3,908	424	$188,026	1.57
Transportation & Warehousing	2,966	209	$57,589	0.48
Educational Services	2,639	338	$45,673	0.87
Manufacturing	2,463	187	$83,690	0.20
Real Estate	2,418	912	$86,346	1.06
Utilities	298	12	$126,056	0.53
Agriculture & Forestry	255	51	$50,640	0.21
Mining & Oil/Gas	133	51	$178,885	0.24
Unclassified	25	62	$80,559	0.12

Schools in Palmer Lake

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Palmer Lake Elementary School	Elementary	320	25	12.8:1

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Radio Stations near Palmer Lake

15 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
AM 740 KVOR	news, talk	AAC+ 48 kbps
Classic Christian Rock Radio	—	AAC 128 kbps
Cat Country 951	country	MP3 80 kbps
Xtra Sports Radio 1300	sports	AAC+ 48 kbps
98.1 KKFM	classic rock, rock	AAC+ 48 kbps
92.9 Peak FM	adult contemporary	AAC+ 48 kbps
KRDO News Radio Colorado Springs	news, talk	AAC+ 32 kbps
Nash FM 95.1	country	AAC+ 48 kbps
98.9 Magic FM	pop, top 40	AAC+ 48 kbps
KRDO	news, talk	AAC+ 32 kbps
Jazz	—	MP3 160 kbps
KRCC CPR for Southern Colorado Colorado Public Radio	local news, news talk	MP3 96 kbps
KVUU My 99.9 Colorado Springs Colorado	pop, top 40	AAC
CPR News	—	AAC+ 48 kbps
KVOQ - Indie 102.3	—	MP3 64 kbps

Campgrounds Near Palmer Lake

26 campgrounds found near Palmer Lake.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
PIKE COMMUNITY	5.0/5	1	$150
RED ROCKS GROUP CAMPGROUND	5.0/5	1	$190
Springdale	5.0/5	1	$25
The Crags	5.0/5	1	$25
COLORADO CAMPGROUND	4.6/5	79	$28–$38
BUFFALO CAMPGROUND	4.5/5	37	$28
MANITOU LAKE PAVILION	4.5/5	1	$75
THUNDER RIDGE	4.5/5	20	$28
South Meadows - Pike San Isabel NF (CO)	4.4/5	63	$28
BLUE MOUNTAIN	4.3/5	20	$24
MEADOW RIDGE	4.3/5	18	$28
The Bank Campground	4.3/5	35	$20–$40
MEADOWS GROUP CAMPGROUND	4.2/5	2	$195
PAINTED ROCKS	4.1/5	18	$28
INDIAN CREEK EQUESTRIAN CAMPGROUND	4.0/5	7	$30
KELSEY CAMPGROUND	4.0/5	17	$28
LONE ROCK CAMPGROUND (CO)	3.9/5	17	$28
Sand Gulch Campground	3.9/5	31	$20–$40
Rampart Range Recreation Area Designated Dispersed Camping	3.7/5	98	$22–$33
Osprey (CO)	3.0/5	13	$24
Ouzel	1.0/5	13	$24
Devils Head Campground	—	1	$27
Flat Rocks Campground	—	1	$28
Goose Creek Campground	—	1	$27
Green Mountain Campground	—	1	$24
Platte River	—	1	$24

National Parks Near Palmer Lake

26 national parks and monuments found near Palmer Lake.

Park	Type	Fee
Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area - Beaver Creek	State Park	Free
Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area - Blue Heron	State Park	Free
Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area - Centennial Park	State Park	Free
Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area - Florence River Park	State Park	Free
Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area - Fremont County Road 643C	State Park	Free
Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area - Pathfinder Park	State Park	Free
Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area - River Station	State Park	Free
Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area - River Walk	State Park	Free
Barr Lake	State Park	Free
Barr Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Castlewood Canyon State Park	State Park	Free
Chatfield State Park	State Park	Free
Cherry Creek Reservior / State Park	State Park	Free
Cherry Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Cheyenne Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Eldorado Canyon State Park	State Park	Free
Eleven Mile State Park	State Park	Free
Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument	National Monument	$10
Golden Gate Canyon	State Park	Free
Golden Gate Canyon State Park	State Park	Free
Lake Pueblo	State Park	Free
Lake Pueblo State Park	State Park	Free
Mueller State Park	State Park	Free
Roxborough State Park	State Park	Free
Spinney Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Staunton State Park	State Park	Free

Trails Near Palmer Lake

466+ trails found near Palmer Lake.

Trail	Miles	Surface	Hike	Bike	Horse
TURTLE MOUNTAIN	15.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
TURTLE MOUNTAIN	15.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
RAMPART RESERVOIR	10.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
RULE SPUR	10.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
PHANTOM SPUR	10.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
DEVILS REVENGE	9.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
TURTLE MOUNTAIN	9.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BARR	8.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BEGINNER	7.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NODDLE	7.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
TURTLE MOUNTAIN	7.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SKELETON	7.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
787	7.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LOG JUMPER	7.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
POWERLINE	7.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
TURTLE MOUNTAIN	6.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BERGEN ROCK	6.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
TUNNEL	6.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MONUMENT	6.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
WATSON PARK	6.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
COLORADO	5.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
SIGNAL BUTTE MULTI USE	5.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LITTLE SCRAGGY	5.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
CABIN RIDGE	4.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
INDIAN CREEK	4.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
GASHOUSE GULCH	4.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
DUTCH FRED	4.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SCOTTYS	4.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WALDO CANYON	4.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
LITTLE SCRAGGY	4.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
ELK PARK	4.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
PLATTE RIVER	4.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HELL CREEK TRAIL	4.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NICE KITTY	3.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
GREEN MOUNTAIN	3.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
LONG HOLLOW BYPASS	3.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SIGNAL BUTTE MULTI USE	3.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
COLORADO	3.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
TORNADO ALLEY	3.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
FLATROCK	3.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GOOSE CREEK	3.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HANKHOS	3.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
788	3.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BARR	3.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SIGNAL BUTTE MULTI USE	3.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BALDY	3.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
ROLLING CREEK	3.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
TOMAHAWK	3.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
DAVIS SPUR	3.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
INDIAN CREEK	3.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
OVERLOOK	3.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LITTLE MOAB	3.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GROUSE TRAIL	2.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HOMESTEAD	2.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
LONGWATER	2.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
FORESTERS	2.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SANDY WASH	2.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
GRAMPS	2.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GARBER	2.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BULL PARK TRAIL	2.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MANITOU RESERVOIR	2.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
662	2.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BEAR MOUNTAIN	2.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SIGNAL BUTTE MULTI USE	2.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WEST CREEK SPUR	2.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LONG HOLLOW	2.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
RINGTAIL	2.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
LOWER RULE CR SPUR TRAIL	2.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SIGNAL BUTTE MULTI USE	2.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LIMBAUGH CANYON	2.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
MAXWELL FALLS	2.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CENTENNIAL	2.4	ASPHALT	—	Yes	—
STRAWBERRY JACK	2.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
PIPELINE	2.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
COLORADO	2.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
GOULD CREEK TRAIL	2.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SIGNAL BUTTE MULTI USE	2.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
COLORADO	2.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
SIGNAL BUTTE MULTI USE	2.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SIGNAL BUTTE MULTI USE	2.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
FRENCH CREEK	2.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GOOSE CREEK	2.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
DEVIL'S PLAYGROUND	2.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
COLORADO	2.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
WYEGYE	2.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SAINT MARYS FALLS	2.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WIGWAM	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
SEVERY CREEK	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
LONG HOLLOW	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SCHUBARTH	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
PANCAKE ROCKS	2.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
COOL VALLEY	2.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BUCK GULCH	2.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
TURKEY CREEK	1.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
PLATTE VIEW	1.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LONG HOLLOW	1.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
DEVILS ADVOCATE	1.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
TROUT CREEK	1.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
TROUT CREEK CONNECTION	1.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LONG HOLLOW	1.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
EAGLE ROCK TRAIL	1.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
THE CRAGS	1.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HAY CREEK EAST TRAIL	1.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BUCKHORN	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
STANLEY RIM	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
BUFFALO BURN	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
NELSONS	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MILLER GULCH	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
UPPER RULE CR SPUR TRAIL	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
RUSTY BUCKLE	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
HANKINS PASS	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CAPTAIN JACKS	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GILL	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SHINGLEMILL	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
GILL	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LONG HOLLOW	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BOTTOMLESS PIT	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SOHNDEE	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
COLORADO	1.6	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
BEAVER CREEK	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BLUE MOUTAIN	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
NONAME	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
ILLINOIS GULCH TRAIL	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MILLER GULCH	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
COLORADO	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
PALMER	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
INDIAN CREEK	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
COLORADO	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
NO NAME ATV	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
DEVILS HEAD	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
DRURY TRAIL	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
DEVIL'S KITCHEN	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
SIGNAL BUTTE MULTI USE	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
CUB CREEK	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LONG HOLLOW	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BLACKJACK	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
MONUMENT SPUR	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
SKIPPER	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
CHARLIE'S CUTOFF	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
HYSTER	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
HORSETHIEF PARK	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HELL CREEK SPUR TRAIL	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HORSETHIEF PARK	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GOOSE CREEK	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HORSETHIEF PARK	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BEAR MOUNTAIN	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MULE CREEK NORTH	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MORRISON CREEK	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
COLORADO	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
BROKEN SWING ARM	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
COLORADO	1.3	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
SOLDIER MTN TRAIL	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MAXWELL FALLS LOOP	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
RAINBOW GULCH	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
LOVELL GULCH	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
SEVERY CREEK	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
FERN SOUTH	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
TRAMWAY	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
SHINGLEMILL	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
SIGNAL BUTTE MULTI USE	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MOUACHE	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
INDIAN CAVE	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
TURTLE MOUNTAIN	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BEAVER CREEK	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
COLORADO	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
GRAY BACK PEAK	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
LOVELL GULCH	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
TROUT CREEK	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
COLORADO	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
TURKEY CREEK	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
RIDGE	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SIGNAL BUTTE MULTI USE	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SCHUBARTH	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SIGNAL BUTTE MULTI USE	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
INDIAN CREEK	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
PENROSE	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BARR	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
DUFFIELD MEADOWS	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
COLORADO	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
GOOSE CREEK	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
TRASH TRAIL	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
ROLLING CREEK	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
QUARRY TRAIL	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
DEVILS HEAD SPUR	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BEGINNER	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MARK TRAIL	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
COLORADO	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
SCHUBARTH SPUR	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
BARR	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BIGHORN	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
STANLEY CANYON	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SAINT MARYS FALLS	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ROI TAN	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SEVEN BRIDGES	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HILLTOP	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
RASPBERRY MOUNTAIN	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
WALDO CANYON	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
735	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
RASPBERRY RIDGE	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
BEAVER CREEK	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
PIKES PEAK WEST SUMMIT	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
COLORADO	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
I-A FITNESS	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
BEAVER	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
CENTENNIAL	1.0	ASPHALT	—	Yes	—
735	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GASHOUSE GULCH	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
BEAR CREEK	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BARR	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
737	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HOPKINS GULCH	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MOUNT ESTER	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
FERN	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
FISH CAMP	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
TODD'S TRACK TRAIL	0.9		Yes	—	—
MANITOU RESERVOIR	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
COLORADO	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
SIGNAL BUTTE MULTI USE	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
787	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SARAN WRAP TRAIL	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BACKDOOR	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
BALDY	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
SHINGLEMILL	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
CEDAR MOUNTAIN	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
OVERLOOK TRAIL	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
EAGLES NEST/MT CREST	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SIGNAL BUTTE MULTI USE	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
COLORADO	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
CUB CREEK	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ELK PARK	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
BARR	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ARROWHEAD	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HARDROCK	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GOOSE CREEK	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
W. MONUMENT CREEK	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
RUPP GULCH TRAIL	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
DEVIL'S PLAYGROUND	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
STANLEY CANYON	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
STONE CABIN	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MORRISON CREEK	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
MT. ROSA	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
PALMER	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
COLORADO	0.7	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
SPUR B	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
PLATTE SPRINGS	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
COLORADO CG	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BEAVER CREEK	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LOVELL GULCH	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
737	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
TRAMWAY	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
NORTH LOOP	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
TURTLE MOUNTAIN	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BEAR MOUNTAIN	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
COLORADO	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
MT. VIEW	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
XC SOUTH	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
COLORADO	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
NICHOLS RESERVOIR	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
LOVELL GULCH	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
FROSTY SHORTCUT	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GARBER CUTOFF	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MOUNT HERMAN	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WIGWAM	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
TURKEY CREEK	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GREEN MOUNTAIN	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
WEST CREEK SPUR	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
FREMONT EXPERIMENTAL FOREST	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CAPTAIN JACKS	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LONGWATER	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
RASPBERRY MOUNTAIN	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
WOODLAND WORK CENTER	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BUCK GULCH	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
GRAY BACK PEAK	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
GILL	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
737	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LOVELL GULCH	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
LONG HOLLOW	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LIGHTFOOT LOOP	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
CAPTAIN JACKS	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
FREMONT EXPERIMENTAL FOREST	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SCHUBARTH	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WIGWAM	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CAPTAIN JACKS	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
COLORADO	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
WEST CREEK SPUR	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WILDHORN SPUR	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MT. VIEW	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
OVERLOOK CUTOFF	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
TURKEY CREEK	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MOUNT HERMAN	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SCHUBARTH	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GILL	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SAINT PETERS DOME	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MANITOU LAKE	0.5	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
TRASH NORTH TRAIL	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
ROLLING CREEK	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SIGNAL BUTTE	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LOOP	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MOUNT ESTER	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
MILLER GULCH	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
COLORADO	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
WIGWAM	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
INDIAN CREEK	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
COLORADO	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
SCHUBARTH	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
JON'S JAUNT	0.4		—	—	—
PAINTED ROCKS SPUR	0.4	ASPHALT	Yes	—	—
SIGNAL BUTTE MULTI USE	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GHOST TOWN HOLLOW	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
RIDGE	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SCHUBARTH	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
THE CRAGS	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
RIDGE	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
QUARRY CUT-OFF	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
COLORADO	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
XC NORTH	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
EAGLE ROCK TRAIL	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GILL	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
PLATTE SPRINGS	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CENTENNIAL	0.4	ASPHALT	—	Yes	—
SEVERY CREEK	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
POWERLINE	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
ARROWHEAD	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SOLDIER MTN TRAIL	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
673.A	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NELSONS	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GOULD CREEK TRAIL	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LONG HOLLOW	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
STONE CABIN	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ROLLING CREEK	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SEVEN BRIDGES	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
RIDGE CREST	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
SIGNAL BUTTE MULTI USE	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
FORESTERS	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
RUPP GULCH TRAIL	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
INDIAN CREEK	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
787.A	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LIMBAUGH CANYON	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
COLORADO	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
HORSETHIEF FALLS	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
COLORADO	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
HOPKINS GULCH	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
COLORADO	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
COLORADO	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
FROSTY SHORTCUT	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
PIPELINE	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
COLORADO TR CONNECTOR	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
HILLTOP	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HEAVENLY RIDGE	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GOOSE CREEK	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ZINN	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
TRAMWAY	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
KELSEY CUT-OFF	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
BEGINNER	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HOPKINS GULCH	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CAPTAIN JACKS	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BARR	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BEAR CREEK	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
KELSEY LOOP	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
GRASSY SADDLE	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WIGWAM	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
ROLLING CREEK	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
COLORADO	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
BEGINNER/SCOTTYS CONNECTOR	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
ROLLING CREEK	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CAPTAIN JACKS	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LONG HOLLOW	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
COX CONUNDRUM	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LONGWATER	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
SIGNAL BUTTE MULTI USE	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MANITOU LAKE	0.2	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
INDIAN CREEK	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
SEVEN BRIDGES	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ROLLING CREEK	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
DEVIL'S PLAYGROUND	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HILL TOP TRAIL	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
RED ROCKS	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
COLORADO	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
DEVIL'S PLAYGROUND	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FLATROCK	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
735	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MEDITATION POINT	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SIGNAL BUTTE MULTI USE	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
CAPTAIN JACKS	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
STANLEY CANYON	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CAPTAIN JACKS	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
ELEVENMILE FISHING ACCESS	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
COLORADO	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
BUFFALO TH - CT CONNECTOR	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
COLORADO	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
NARROW GAUGE	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WIGWAM	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
UPPER DUTCH	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
ROLLING CREEK	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
THE CRAGS	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
TUNNEL	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MILLER GULCH	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
PARK VIEW	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ROLLING CREEK	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
COLORADO	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
TURTLE MOUNTAIN	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
CENTENNIAL	0.2	ASPHALT	—	Yes	—
GOOSE CREEK	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FRENCH CREEK	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SCOTTYS ROCK	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
ROLLING CREEK	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GOOSE CREEK	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LOOKOUT TRAIL	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HYSTER	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
CRAGS CAMPGROUND SPUR	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
COLORADO	0.1	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
RAINBOW GULCH	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
COLORADO	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
NO NAME	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
TURKEY LOOP	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
TURTLE MOUNTAIN	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SCHUBARTH	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GOOSE CREEK	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
TURKEY TRACK NORTH	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
RED ROCKS SPUR	0.1	ASPHALT	Yes	—	—
RONNIES RISE	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BEAR MOUNTAIN	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SPUR	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SIGNAL BUTTE MULTI USE	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SIGNAL BUTTE MULTI USE	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NELSONS	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SIGNAL BUTTE MULTI USE	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GOOSE CREEK	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SIGNAL BUTTE MULTI USE	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
FLAKE	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
COLORADO	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
ROLLING CREEK	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FROSTY SHORTCUT	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SCHUBARTH	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BACKDOOR	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
SIGNAL BUTTE MULTI USE	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
918 TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
681.B	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HORSETHIEF FALLS	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CAMPGROUND LOOP SPUR	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SIGNAL BUTTE MULTI USE	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HILLTOP	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
681.E	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
COLORADO	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
RASPBERRY RIDGE	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
681.C	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LONGWATER	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
915 TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GOOSE CREEK	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CAPTAIN JACKS	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
CAPTAIN JACKS	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SCHUBARTH	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SANDY WASH CONNECTOR	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
682.AA	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
ROLLING CREEK	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SOUTH STAIRS	0.0	CHUNK WOOD	Yes	—	—
COLORADO	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
916 TRAIL	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NELSONS	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NORTH LOOP SPUR	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
917 TRAIL	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BUCK GULCH	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
TURTLE MOUNTAIN	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
ROLLING CREEK	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
COLORADO	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
DEVIL'S PLAYGROUND	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—

Historical Trends — Palmer Lake

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	2,679	$61,544
2015	2,766	$58,621
2017	2,900	$63,646
2019	3,004	$77,216
2021	2,654	$100,764
2023	2,590	$122,855

Museums in Palmer Lake

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
PRORODEO HALL OF FAME	GENERAL MUSEUM		7195284764	$880,809
WESTERN MUSEUM OF MINING & INDUSTRY	HISTORY MUSEUM		7194880880	$322,161
HAUNTED MINES	GENERAL MUSEUM			$208,330
PIKES PEAK HISTORICAL STREET RAILWAY FOUNDATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7194759508	$53,850
RIO GRANDE MODELING & HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6142995064	$28,358
PALMER LAKE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	66 LOWER GLENWAY STREET	7195590837	$15,774
COLORADO MASONIC LIBRARY & MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		7196235346	$13,084
TRI-LAKES VIEWS	ART MUSEUM	350 RASPBERRY LANE	7194812769	$5,200
39TH FIGHTER SQUADRON MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
AIR MEDICAL MEMORIAL	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7203402040
BUILDING FUND SALLIE BUSH COMMUNITY BUILDING	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	10795 UTE PASS AVE	7192332455
CENTER FOR EDUCATIONAL MULTIMEDIA	ART MUSEUM
COLORADO SPRINGS UTILITIES	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	2855 MESA ROAD
DINOSAUR RESOURCE CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM		7196861820
DOUGLAS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
DR LESTER L WILLIAMS FIRE MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		7193855950
FROM MISTS OF TIME	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
HAPPY HANDS CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM		7196872055
HISTORIC DOUGLAS COUNTY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
HISTORIC FRANKSTOWN	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
IRA STURDEVANT HOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
LARKSPUR HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	4839 CHEYENNE DR	3036813537
LUCRETIA VALLE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		7195590837
MONUMENT HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
PIKES PEAK HIGHLANDERS	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7194957459
PIKES PEAK MUSEUM (UTE PASS)	GENERAL MUSEUM	231 E HENRIETTA AVE	7196867512
PLANETARIUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	10215 LEXINGTON DR SUITE 110
SEDALIA HISTORIC FIRE HOUSE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
U.S. AIR FORCE ACADEMY VISTIOR CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM
UTE PASS HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	231 E HENRIETTA AVENUE	7196867512
UTE PASS MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	5069 PIKES PEAK HWY	7193857325

Libraries in Palmer Lake

Name	Address	Staff	Annual Visits	Circulation	Collection	Programs
RAMPART REGIONAL LIBRARY DISTRICT	218 E. MIDLAND	0.0	152,914

Farmers Markets in Palmer Lake

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Black Forest Farmers Market	11480 Forest Rd.
Chapel Hill Mall Farmers' Market	1710 Briargate Blvd.
Colorado Farm and Art Market	7350 Pine Creek Road	06/11/2016 to 10/08/2016	Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;		Visit
Doherty High School Farmers Market	4515 Barnes Rd.
First & Main Town Center Mall Farmers Market	3650 New Center Point	06/12/2014 to 10/30/2014	Thu: 9:00 AM-3:00 PM;		Visit
Liberty Heights Farmers' Market	12105 Ambasador Dr.				Visit
Palmer Lake Farmers' Market	Hwy. 105 at the Gazebo on the Lake				Visit
The Market at Sundance Mountain Lodge	1865 Woodmoor Dr.				Visit
University Village Colorado Farmers Market	4880-5342 North Nevada Avenue	06/07/2014 to 11/01/2014	Sat: 9:00 AM-3:00 PM;		Visit
Woodland Park Farmers Market	Memorial Park & Henrietta Avenue	06/09/2017 to 09/29/2017	Fri: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Woodland Park Winter Market	210 E. Midland Avenue	11/11/2017 to 05/12/2018	Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit

Breweries in Palmer Lake

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Bierwerks Brewery	Restaurant, Brewery and Beer Garden, Brewery, Beer Garden	121 E Midland Ave	7196868100
Brewing Science Institute	Breweries	106 E Village Ter
Colorado Mountain Brewery	Brewery and New American Restaurant	1110 Interquest Pwky	7194345750	Visit
Great Storm Brewery	Brewery	204 Mount View Ln	7195990887, 7192664200	Visit
Red Leg Brewing Company	Brew Pub, Brewers, Brewery, Beer & Ale - Retail	4630 Forge Rd	7195983776	Visit
Storybook Brewing	Brewery	3121 N El Paso St
Trinity Brewing Company	Brewery, Brewery Northwest Colorado Springs	1466 Garden Of The Gods Rd	(719) 634-0029, 7196340029	Visit

Cell Towers in Palmer Lake

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
12327 S. State Hwy 83	TOWER	13
12327 S. State Hwy 83	TOWER	13

Fire Stations in Palmer Lake

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Palmer Lake Volunteer Fire Department	12 Valley Crescent	Volunteer			719-499-1066

Bridges in Palmer Lake

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Culvert	Concrete	2006	35	2,147	G
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	1988	27	1,903	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2000	31	1,383	F

Airports Near Palmer Lake

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
City of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport	COS	Large Airport
Denver International Airport	DEN	Large Airport
Buckley Space Force Base	BFK	Medium Airport
Butts AAF (Fort Carson) Air Field	FCS	Medium Airport
Centennial Airport	APA	Medium Airport
Aero Bear Field	—	Small Airport
Ak Su Airport	—	Small Airport
Ambrosich Field	—	Small Airport
Antelope Airpark	—	Small Airport
Athanasiou Valley Airport	—	Small Airport
Basin Field	—	Small Airport
Bijou Bottom Strip	—	Small Airport
Bijou Springs Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Braun Airport	—	Small Airport
Buffalo Airport	—	Small Airport
Calhan Airport	—	Small Airport
Chaparral Airport	—	Small Airport
Circle 8 Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Colorado Air and Space Port	—	Small Airport
Colorado Live Steamers Airport	—	Small Airport
Colorado Springs East Airport	—	Small Airport
Comanche Airfield Llc Airport	—	Small Airport
Comanche Creek Airport	—	Small Airport
Comanche Springs Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Coyote Creek Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
D Bar D Airport	—	Small Airport
Dead Stick Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Dietrichs Airport	—	Small Airport
Everitt Airport	—	Small Airport
Fat Chance Airport	—	Small Airport
Flyin' B Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying G Air Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Foxx Valley Airport	—	Small Airport
Fremont County Airport	CNE	Small Airport
G W Flanders Ranch Strip	—	Small Airport
Happy Butt Private Airport	—	Small Airport
Harrington Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Hoy Airstrip	—	Small Airport
J & S Airport	—	Small Airport
Kelgun Airport	—	Small Airport
Kelly Air Park	—	Small Airport
Lebeau Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Logan Airport	—	Small Airport
Lowe Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Marshdale STOLport	—	Small Airport
Meadow Lake Airport	—	Small Airport
Mountain View Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Perry Park Airport	—	Small Airport
Pine View Airport	—	Small Airport
Reed Hollow Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Palmer Lake

7 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Colorado Springs Police Department Falcon Division	7850 Goddard Street
Colorado Springs Police Department Stetson Hills Division	4110 Tutt Boulevard
Medical/Police
Monument Police Station	645 Beacon Lite Road
Speed Trap....Caution
Teller County Sheriffs Office	11400 US 24
Woodland Park Police Department

Treatment Centers in Palmer Lake

10 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
A New Hope Counseling LLC	Substance Abuse	719-896-5163
A Turning Point of Colorado Springs	Substance Abuse	719-550-1011
AllHealth Network	Both	303-730-8858
Griffith Centers - Colorado Springs 2	Mental Health	303-237-6865
Peak View Behavioral Health	Both	719-444-8484
Recovery Village at Palmer Lake	Substance Abuse	719-955-1800
Sandstone Care - Colorado Springs Outpatient	Substance Abuse	719-445-3260
Sandstone Care - Detox Center	Substance Abuse	719-249-3545
Sandstone Care - Teen Residential at Cascade Canyon	Both	719-249-2465
VA Eastern CO HCS Denver VAMC - PFC Floyd K Lindstrom CBOC	Both	719-327-5660

Churches & Religious Organizations in Palmer Lake

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
BIBLICA INC	300 GENERAL PALMER DR UNIT 4
JOY ON THE ROCK	PO BOX 791
THE LITTLE LOG CHURCH INC	PO BOX 393
UNBOUND MINISTRIES	PO BOX 375

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Frequently Asked Questions About Palmer Lake

What is the population of Palmer Lake?

Palmer Lake has a population of 2,635 residents and is located in Colorado. The population density is 853 people per square mile, spread across 3.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.2% female and 50.8% male.

Is Palmer Lake expensive to live in?

Palmer Lake 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 $122,855, 63% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $454,000 (61% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,913 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Palmer Lake safe?

Palmer Lake is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000 (below the national average).

What is the weather like in Palmer Lake?

Palmer Lake has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 326 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.5 inches, with 121.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Palmer Lake?

Palmer Lake has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.3%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,634. There are 16,132 business establishments in the area, including 647 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 21.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Palmer Lake?

The median home value in Palmer Lake is $454,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $528,830. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,913. Fair market rent is $1,161 for a 1-bedroom and $1,429 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 88.2%. The average annual property tax is $5,238.

How are the schools in Palmer Lake?

Schools in Palmer Lake perform well, with an average test score of 7.1 out of 10 / above the national benchmark. 46.3% of adults in Palmer Lake hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 97.6% have completed high school. 14.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Palmer Lake?

The obesity rate in Palmer Lake is 25.9% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 9.6% of adults are smokers. 15.5% are physically inactive. 25.9% of residents report depression. 7.3% lack health insurance. 91.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,430.

What is transportation like in Palmer Lake?

The average commute in Palmer Lake is 27 minutes. 76.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 21.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Palmer Lake?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Palmer Lake is 83.8% White, 2.3% Black or African American. 89.2% of residents speak only English at home, while 10.8% speak Spanish. 11.7% of the population are military veterans. 17.5% of residents have a disability. 98.5% have health insurance coverage.

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