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Penrose, CO

Colorado · Fremont County

Penrose is a small town in Colorado with a population of 3,978. Residents earn $75,109 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
3,978 Population 223/sq mi density
$75,109 Median Income $49,774 per capita
$276,100 Home Value $388,681 Zillow
52°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
182 Violent Crime/100K 1,381 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$75,109 median income, 4.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$276,100 home value
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
182 violent crimes/100K (52% below avg)
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $75,109
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $276,100
2% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 182/100K
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.4%
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.4%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.4%
8% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,978
Median Age44.6 yrs
Density223/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans15.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$75,109
Per Capita$49,774
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty11.4%
County GDP$2,073M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$276,100
Ownership83.9%
Zillow$388,681
Housing Units1,586
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

F
Violent182/100K
Property1,381/100K

Health

Obesity28.4%
Uninsured9.5%
Smoking13.3%
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain13.7 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation5,318 ft (1,621 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.4%
High School+97.2%
Graduate+14.3%
School Score5.61

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute29 min
Broadband85.5%
EV Stations1
Libraries4

Is Penrose a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Penrose receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Penrose offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Penrose is $75,109, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Penrose is $276,100, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Penrose is below the national average at 182 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,381 per 100,000, 30% below the national average.

Education

27.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Penrose experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 13.7 inches, including 38.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Penrose has a population of 3,978 with a density of 223 people per square mile, spread across 17.9 square miles. The median age is 44.6 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.8% female and 50.2% male. The city is predominantly White (93.6%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 94.6% of residents, while 5.4% speak Spanish. 15.6% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 14.0% of residents have a disability. 94.2% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,978
Total Population
223
People / sq mi
44.6yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
17.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Penrose vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 94.6%
21% above US avg
Spanish 5.4%
60% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Penrose vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Penrose is $75,109, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,774 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,062, 26% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 1,124 business establishments, including 103 restaurants. The cost of living index is 103.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes. 11.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Penrose vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,109
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,774
Avg Weekly Wage$1,062
IRS Avg AGI$59,878
Gini Index0.467 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.4%
8% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,124
County GDP$2,073M

Business (County)

Restaurants103
Healthcare98
Retail126
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,296
34% below US avg
Cost of Living103.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate0.83%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.2 min
Drive Alone82.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Penrose is $276,100, 2% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $388,681, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 97.3% of their list price. Fair market rent ranges from $1,161 for a one-bedroom to $1,429 for a two-bedroom apartment. 83.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,586 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1983. The average annual property tax is $2,296 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 51.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing, indicating a significant affordability challenge for renters. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.7x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$276,100
2% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$388,681
Median List Price$439,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$439,900
$/Sq Ft$229
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio97.3%
Price Drops16.7%
Inventory18

Rental Costs

Rent Burden51.0%

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

Homeownership83.9%
Owner-Occupied83.9%
Renter-Occupied16.1%
Housing Units1,586
Median Year Built1983

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,296
34% below US avg
Effective Rate0.83%
In Penrose, 28.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.0% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.2% of residents. 25.3% have high blood pressure. 13.3% are current smokers. 19.3% report binge drinking. 18.3% are physically inactive, below the national average. 26.0% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.3% experience frequent mental distress. 9.5% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,159. The dentist ratio is 1:2,919. 80.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.8 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.4%
12% below US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure25.3%
Asthma11.6%
COPD5.7%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.3%
5% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity18.3%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress12.8%
Short Sleep33.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.2%
Uninsured9.5%
10% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,159
Dentists1:2,919
Mental Health1:254
Checkup Rate69.7%
Dental Visits62.7%
Premature Death9,802/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access80.5%
Healthcare Facilities98
Penrose has a violent crime rate of 182 per 100,000 residents, 52% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,381 per 100,000, 30% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 3 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Penrose receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent182.4/100K
52% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property1,381.3/100K
30% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
Traffic Accidents169
Avg Accident Severity2.6 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Penrose experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 74°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 13.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 38.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 5,318 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,318 ft (1,621 m)
Area17.9 sq mi (46.2 km²)
Population Density223/sq mi
Coordinates38.4213°N, 105.0004°W
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
CountyFremont County County
Nearest AirportSan Luis Valley Regional/Bergman Field (ALS)
83 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 13.7"
64% below US avg
Snowfall 38.3"
Wettest Month (Aug) 2.20"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.31"

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score68.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability66.3 / 100
Community Resilience40.7 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

Earthquake History

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

Sep 5, 2001 0 km SE of Cokedale, Colorado M4.5 146 km
Mar 10, 2023 6 km NNE of Segundo, Colorado M4.3 141 km
Jun 19, 2023 Colorado M4.1 132 km
Feb 6, 2016 Colorado M4.0 148 km
Sep 4, 2001 2 km W of Cokedale, Colorado M4.0 145 km
Dec 25, 1994 9 km NE of Larkspur, Colorado M4.0 98 km
Aug 20, 2015 7 km WSW of Weston, Colorado M3.9 147 km
Mar 10, 2023 5 km N of Sequndo, Colorado M3.9 141 km
Mar 19, 2023 4 km WNW of Hoehne, Colorado M3.8 135 km
Aug 1, 1996 17 km NE of Hoehne, Colorado M3.8 132 km
May 11, 2011 4 km SE of Valdez, Colorado M3.8 150 km
Sep 5, 2001 3 km SSE of Cokedale, Colorado M3.7 150 km
Sep 10, 2023 8 km NNW of Segundo, Colorado M3.6 138 km
Feb 22, 2015 5 km E of Stonewall Gap, Colorado M3.6 141 km
Sep 6, 2001 3 km S of Cokedale, Colorado M3.6 149 km
Jan 22, 2014 9 km NNW of Cokedale, Colorado M3.6 136 km
Dec 23, 1995 7 km WNW of Rock Creek Park, Colorado M3.5 35 km
Mar 10, 2023 8 km N of Segundo, Colorado M3.5 137 km
Sep 1, 2019 16 km NNW of Weston, Colorado M3.5 129 km
Aug 23, 2011 3 km SSW of Cokedale, Colorado M3.5 149 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

169 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 19 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jun 24, 1979 EF3 48 km 0
Jun 13, 1977 EF3 57 km 0
Oct 20, 1953 EF3 91 km 0
Jun 8, 2014 EF2 73 km 0
Jun 15, 2009 EF2 96 km 0
May 28, 2001 EF2 69 km 0
May 28, 2001 EF2 70 km 0
Jun 6, 1990 EF2 93 km 0
Aug 21, 1984 EF2 40 km 0
Jun 13, 1977 EF2 75 km 0
Jun 13, 1977 EF2 64 km 0
Apr 11, 1977 EF2 32 km 0
Jul 4, 1960 EF2 60 km 0
Jun 18, 1951 EF2 95 km 0
Aug 9, 2024 EF1 44 km 0
Jul 20, 2023 EF1 55 km 0
May 8, 2017 EF1 58 km 0
Jul 21, 2015 EF1 95 km 0
Jun 8, 2014 EF1 77 km 0
Jun 8, 2014 EF1 72 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 92 km
2018 SPRING CREEK 107,108 99 km
1986 UNNAMED 25,771 59 km
2012 WALDO CANYON 20,112 57 km
2016 IMPACT AREA 19,918 27 km
2016 JUNKINS 19,023 33 km
1998 UNNAMED 18,218 27 km
2016 HAYDEN PASS 17,977 68 km
2006 MATO VEGA 13,126 93 km
2013 BLACK FOREST 11,885 74 km
2005 MASON 11,630 30 km
2019 DECKER 9,875 87 km
2008 TA-25 8,253 25 km
2024 RANGE 135 7,766 28 km
2001 MVD PSFRXASST 4 7,375 91 km
2002 MILNE/SQUIRREL 6,568 53 km
2016 BEULAH HILL 5,769 40 km
2018 APACHE COMPLEX 5,182 18 km
2009 QUARRY 5,141 33 km
2017 MILNE 5,113 59 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 34°F (1°C) 0.3 in Driest
February 36°F (2°C) 0.3 in
March 42°F (6°C) 0.9 in
April 49°F (10°C) 1.2 in
May 58°F (15°C) 1.6 in
June 68°F (20°C) 1.3 in
July 74°F (23°C) 1.9 in Warmest
August 71°F (22°C) 2.2 in Wettest
September 63°F (17°C) 1.1 in
October 53°F (11°C) 0.8 in
November 41°F (5°C) 0.6 in
December 34°F (1°C) 0.5 in Coldest

Penrose has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 34°F in December to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 12.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.2") and January the driest (0.3").

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Penrose is located in Fremont County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 27.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 19% below the national average of 33.7%. 97.2% have completed high school. 14.3% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 68% of the vote, a 38.4-point margin. 85.5% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 98 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 82.8% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68%
D 29.6%

Winner: Republican by 38.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
Traffic Accidents169
Avg Accident Severity2.6 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.4%
19% below US avg
High School+97.2%
Graduate Degree+14.3%
School Test Score5.61
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density223/sq mi
Total Area17.9 sq mi
CountyFremont County County

Services

Broadband Access85.5%
Avg Download Speed105.6 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed5.2 Mbps
Max Download Speed987 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities98
Restaurants103
Retail Stores126

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.2 min
Drive Alone82.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.0%
Average costs for common services in Penrose. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $258 ($155–$412)
Specialist Visit $361 ($206–$567)
Urgent Care Visit $206 ($103–$361)
Emergency Room Visit $2,268 ($825–$5,155)
Dental Cleaning $134 ($77–$206)
Dental Filling $258 ($155–$412)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $46 ($26–$77)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $77 ($52–$124)
Brake Pad Replacement $309 ($155–$516)
Tire Rotation $41 ($21–$77)
New Tires (Set of 4) $619 ($412–$1,031)
Battery Replacement $206 ($103–$361)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $103 ($62–$155)
Electrician (Per Hour) $93 ($52–$144)
HVAC Repair $412 ($155–$825)
HVAC System Install $7,217 ($4,124–$12,372)
Roof Repair $1,031 ($412–$2,062)
Roof Replacement $9,279 ($5,671–$15,465)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,547 ($516–$3,609)
Divorce (Contested) $15,465 ($5,155–$30,930)
DUI Defense $5,155 ($2,062–$10,310)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,547 ($825–$3,093)
Will Preparation $516 ($206–$1,031)
Trust Preparation $2,578 ($1,031–$5,155)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $26 ($15–$46)
Women's Haircut $57 ($31–$103)
Hair Coloring (Full) $155 ($77–$258)
Manicure $26 ($15–$46)
Pedicure $41 ($26–$67)
Massage (1 Hour) $82 ($52–$134)
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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)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $206 ($77–$516)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,062 ($1,237–$3,609)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $72 ($31–$134)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $15 ($8.25–$26)
Car Registration (Annual) $103 ($31–$258)
Driver's License Renewal $31 ($15–$77)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,237 ($619–$2,578)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,031 ($516–$2,062)
After-School Care (Monthly) $412 ($206–$722)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $52 ($26–$103)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,031 ($412–$2,578)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,888 ($5,155–$30,930)
View all 8 services

Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $62 ($31–$103)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $103 ($52–$206)
Dog Grooming $62 ($31–$103)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $41 ($21–$77)
Dog Spay/Neuter $309 ($155–$516)
Cat Spay/Neuter $206 ($103–$412)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$719
Toddler$665
Preschool$1,050
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$724
Toddler$643
Preschool$643
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Fremont 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 2,121 142 $49,933 1.02
Retail Trade 1,647 117 $36,261 1.13
Accommodation & Food Services 1,310 96 $22,255 0.99
Construction 805 156 $59,748 1.05
Manufacturing 605 48 $71,142 0.51
Professional & Technical Services 453 115 $66,546 0.45
Arts & Entertainment 369 29 $23,638 1.51
Other Services 351 65 $37,550 0.80
Transportation & Warehousing 343 28 $44,207 0.56
Administrative & Waste Services 267 50 $41,301 0.31
Finance & Insurance 213 49 $67,654 0.36
Wholesale Trade 206 42 $55,470 0.36
Real Estate 166 56 $32,360 0.73
Information & Technology 76 16 $59,273 0.28
Mining & Oil/Gas 64 12 $97,960 1.16
Agriculture & Forestry 64 10 $36,277 0.54
Educational Services 53 15 $40,907 0.18
Utilities 52 8 $95,918 0.94
Management of Companies 6 5 $87,026 0.02
Unclassified 1 3 $13,729 0.05

Schools in Penrose

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Penrose Elementary School Elementary 298 18 16.6:1
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Radio Stations near Penrose

14 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
AM 740 KVOR news, talk AAC+ 48 kbps
Classic Christian Rock Radio — AAC 128 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
KTLF The Light — MP3 192 kbps
Fox Sports Pueblo sports AAC
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

Campgrounds Near Penrose

14 campgrounds found near Penrose.

NameRatingSitesPrice
The Crags 5.0/5 1 $25
SPRUCE GROUP - LAKE ISABEL 4.8/5 1 $140
ST CHARLES CAMPGROUND - LAKE ISABEL 4.7/5 14 $25
LA VISTA CAMPGROUND - LAKE ISABEL 4.6/5 25 $30–$35
DAVENPORT CAMPGROUND 4.5/5 12 $25
SPILLWAY CAMPGROUND 4.5/5 22 $24
MINGUS RANCH 4.4/5 1 $75
Ophir Creek Campground (CO) 4.4/5 30 $25
LAKE ISABEL CABIN 4.3/5 1 $130
The Bank Campground 4.3/5 35 $20–$40
COVE CAMPGROUND 4.2/5 4 $24
Sand Gulch Campground 3.9/5 31 $20–$40
PONDEROSA GROUP - LAKE ISABEL 3.7/5 1 $150
SOUTHSIDE CAMPGROUND - LAKE ISABEL 3.6/5 8 $25

National Parks Near Penrose

18 national parks and monuments found near Penrose.

ParkTypeFee
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
Castlewood Canyon State Park State Park Free
Cheyenne Mountain State Park State Park Free
Eleven Mile State Park State Park Free
Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument National Monument $10
Great Sand Dunes National Park & Preserve National Park & Preserve $25
Lake Pueblo State Park Free
Lake Pueblo State Park State Park Free
Lathrop State Park State Park Free
Mueller State Park State Park Free
Spinney Mountain State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Penrose

226+ trails found near Penrose.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
GREENHORN ROAD 9.5 SNOW — — —
ST. CHARLES 8.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
BARR 8.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
OPHIR CREEK 6.8 SNOW — — —
TANNER/EAST BEAR GULCH 5.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
STULTZ 4.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
WALDO CANYON 4.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
ELK PARK 4.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
POLE CREEK 4.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
LEWIS CREEK 3.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
MILLSET 3.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
TANNER/EAST BEAR GULCH 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SNOWSLIDE 2.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
RUDOLPH MTN. 2.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
FORESTERS 2.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
BULL PARK TRAIL 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MANITOU RESERVOIR 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
CISNEROS 2.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
HORSE RANCH 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
NEWLIN 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
LION CANYON 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
MIDDLE HARDSCRABBLE 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
SQUIRREL CREEK 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
PIPELINE 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SOUTH CREEK 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
GOULD CREEK TRAIL 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
FRENCH CREEK 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
RAINBOW 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
DEVIL'S PLAYGROUND 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
SAINT MARYS FALLS 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
MASON GULCH 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
SEVERY CREEK 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
LEFT HAND 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
PANCAKE ROCKS 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
SOUTH CREEK 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
BABCOCK HOLE 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
TANNER/EAST BEAR GULCH 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
EAGLE ROCK TRAIL 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
THE CRAGS 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
SECOND MACE 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BUCKHORN 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
NELSONS 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CAPTAIN JACKS 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
BOTTOMLESS PIT 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
SECOND MACE 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
SAN CARLOS 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
HORSE RANCH 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
POLE CREEK SPUR 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SILVER CIRCLE 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
PALMER 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
SILVER CIRCLE 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
RAINBOW 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
HORSETHIEF PARK 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
HORSETHIEF PARK 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
HORSETHIEF PARK 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
DOME ROCK 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
MIDDLE CREEK 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SEVERY CREEK 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
SQUIRREL CREEK 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
POLE CREEK 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SILVER CIRCLE 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
GRAY BACK PEAK 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
MIDDLE CREEK 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
PENROSE 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
BARR 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
SECOND MACE 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
CISNEROS 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
DUFFIELD MEADOWS 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
TANNER/EAST BEAR GULCH 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
TANNER PEAK 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CISNEROS TO NFSR 352 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
BARR 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
BIGHORN 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SAINT MARYS FALLS 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
LEWIS CREEK 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
SEVEN BRIDGES 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
DOME ROCK 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
RASPBERRY MOUNTAIN 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
WALDO CANYON 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
RAINBOW 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
PIKES PEAK WEST SUMMIT 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
MUSIC PASS 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BEAR CREEK 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
SECOND MACE SPUR 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
BARR 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
HOPKINS GULCH 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
MOUNT ESTER 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
LAKESHORE 0.9 ASPHALT Yes — —
MTN. PARK 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
MANITOU RESERVOIR 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
RAINBOW 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SARAN WRAP TRAIL 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SOUTH CREEK 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
STULTZ 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
EAGLES NEST/MT CREST 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
ELK PARK 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
BARR 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
DEVIL'S PLAYGROUND 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
MT. ROSA 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
PALMER 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
ST. CHARLES 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
TANNER/EAST BEAR GULCH 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
BABCOCK HOLE 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
SNOWSLIDE 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MT. VIEW 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
XC SOUTH 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
FROSTY SHORTCUT 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
RUDOLPH MTN. 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
FREMONT EXPERIMENTAL FOREST 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
CAPTAIN JACKS 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
RASPBERRY MOUNTAIN 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
SNOWSLIDE ACCESS FROM FSR 371 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
GRAY BACK PEAK 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
CAPTAIN JACKS 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
RAINBOW 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
FREMONT EXPERIMENTAL FOREST 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
WACHOB 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CAPTAIN JACKS 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MT. VIEW 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
CISNEROS 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CISNEROS 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SAINT PETERS DOME 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
TANNER/EAST BEAR GULCH 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SQUIRREL CREEK 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MOUNT ESTER 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
SAN CARLOS 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
STULTZ 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
RAINBOW 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
GHOST TOWN HOLLOW 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
WACHOB 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
THE CRAGS 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
MARBLE MTN. 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
SECOND MACE 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
1333.A 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MARBLE MTN. 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
XC NORTH 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
POLE CREEK 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
EAGLE ROCK TRAIL 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SEVERY CREEK 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
SQUIRREL CREEK 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SNOWSLIDE 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
NELSONS 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
GOULD CREEK TRAIL 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CISNEROS 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SEVEN BRIDGES 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
RIDGE CREST 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
FORESTERS 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SOUTH CREEK 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
HORSETHIEF FALLS 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
SNOWSLIDE 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
HOPKINS GULCH 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
FROSTY SHORTCUT 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
PIPELINE 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SNOWSLIDE 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SNOWSLIDE 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MILLSET 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
OVERLOOK 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
LAKE SHORE ADA 0.3 ASPHALT Yes — —
HOPKINS GULCH 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
CAPTAIN JACKS 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SNOWSLIDE 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
BEAR CREEK 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
MILLSET 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
SQUIRREL CREEK 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
RAINBOW 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
GRASSY SADDLE 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
CAPTAIN JACKS 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MTN. PARK 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
SEVEN BRIDGES 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
DEVIL'S PLAYGROUND 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
OVERLOOK 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
CISNEROS 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
1358 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CISNEROS 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
DEVIL'S PLAYGROUND 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
SNOWSLIDE 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SNOWSLIDE 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SAN CARLOS 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
POLE CREEK 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SNOWSLIDE ACCESS FROM FSR 371 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MILLSET 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
CAPTAIN JACKS 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CAPTAIN JACKS 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MUSIC PASS 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
THE CRAGS 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
COUPLER 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
COUPLER 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
RAINBOW 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
RUDOLPH MTN. 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
FRENCH CREEK 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
POLE CREEK 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
RAINBOW 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CISNEROS 0.1 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
CRAGS CAMPGROUND SPUR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
ST CHARLES ACCESS FROM 335 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
1330.C 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
SQUIRREL CREEK 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
RAINBOW 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
RAINBOW 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SILVER CIRCLE 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
NELSONS 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SOUTH CREEK 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SQUIRREL CREEK 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
1330.K 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
SQUIRREL CREEK 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
FROSTY SHORTCUT 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
1330.E 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
SNOWSLIDE ACCESS FROM FSR 371 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
1330.J 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
HORSETHIEF FALLS 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
COUPLER 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
RUDOLPH MTN. 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
CAMPGROUND LAKE ACCESS 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
COUPLER 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
1330.H 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
WACHOB 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CAPTAIN JACKS 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CAPTAIN JACKS 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
COUPLER 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CISNEROS 0.1 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
COUPLER 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
1330.G 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NELSONS 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
PICNIC AREA SPUR 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
1330.F 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
DEVIL'S PLAYGROUND 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —

Museums in Penrose

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
FREMONT CENTER FOR THE ARTSART MUSEUMPO BOX 10067192752790$110,427
COLORADO TERRITORIAL PRISON MUSEUM FOUNDATIONHISTORY MUSEUM$106,173
DINOSAUR DEPOTGENERAL MUSEUM7192697150
FREMONT COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
GROUPS MEMORIAL INC OF THE ARMY AIR FORCESHISTORIC PRESERVATION8003051738
PRICE PIONEER MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM7197841904
PRICE PIONEER MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM7197841904
ROYAL GORGE REGIONAL MUSEUM AND HISTORY CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM7192699036
WETMORE-HARDSCRABBLE GENEALOGICAL & HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Penrose

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
CANON CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY516 MACON AVE0.0133,489
JOHN C. FREMONT LIBRARY DISTRICT (FLORENCE)130 CHURCH AVE0.071,773
PENROSE COMMUNITY LIBRARY DISTRICT35 7TH AVENUE0.047,500
WETMORE COMMUNITY LIBRARY95 COUNTY ROAD 3930.04,678

Farmers Markets in Penrose

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Florence Farmers MarketPioneer park, corner of pikes peak and 3rd street06/05/2014 to 10/02/2014Thu: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;Yes

Restaurants in Penrose

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gooseberry Patch Restaurant
Two Sisters

Cafes in Penrose

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Coyote's Coffee Den

Breweries in Penrose

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Royal Gorge Brewing CompanyBrewery and American Restaurant413 Main St7193454141

Cell Towers in Penrose

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
86 K Street (18312)LTOWER59
86 K Street (18312)LTOWER59
(Walker Ranch) 7471 HWY 50 WESTLTOWER57
3/4 Mile West of Mile Marker 25 On HWY 115 (87013)MTOWER46
3/4 Mile West of Mile Marker 25 On HWY 115 (87013)MTOWER46
3/4 Mile West of Mile Marker 25 On HWY 115 (87013)MTOWER46
3/4 Mile West of Mile Marker 25 On HWY 115 (87013)MTOWER46

Bridges in Penrose

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete19492111,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19492079,800F
CulvertConcrete1977329,800F
CulvertConcrete1977379,300F
CulvertConcrete1938298,900F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete continuous20021608,900G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19491137,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19761397,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19732494,500F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19331101,000F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete continuous2009239800G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous192860683F
Box Beam (Single/Spread)Prestressed concrete continuous2014412190G
SlabConcrete192582190F
Tee BeamConcrete192542190F
Tee BeamConcrete19235042F
Truss (Thru)Steel192310435P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19893810F

Superfund Sites Near Penrose

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
HOLCIM (US) INC. PORTLAND PLANT3500 HWY 120FREMONT COUNTY

Airports Near Penrose

37 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
City of Colorado Springs Municipal AirportCOSLarge Airport
Butts AAF (Fort Carson) Air FieldFCSMedium Airport
Pueblo Memorial AirportPUBMedium Airport
Ak Su Airport—Small Airport
Antelope Airpark—Small Airport
Bijou Springs Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Braun Airport—Small Airport
Calhan Airport—Small Airport
Colorado Springs East Airport—Small Airport
Coyote Creek Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Cuchara Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Diamond Star Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Edenway Airport—Small Airport
Fat Chance Airport—Small Airport
Flying D Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Fremont County AirportCNESmall Airport
G W Flanders Ranch Strip—Small Airport
Geary Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Greenhorn Strip—Small Airport
Huerfano Agricultural Airport—Small Airport
Lake Creek Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Lowe Airstrip—Small Airport
Lux Field—Small Airport
Mann Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Meadow Lake Airport—Small Airport
Mountain View Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Rock Creek Airport—Small Airport
Shkyview Airport—Small Airport
Silver West Airport—Small Airport
Simonson Field—Small Airport
Spanish Peaks Airfield—Small Airport
Tezak Airport—Small Airport
The Flying Z Airport—Small Airport
Turkey Ridge Ranch Airport—Small Airport
USAF Academy AirfieldAFFSmall Airport
Usaf Academy Bullseye Aux Airstrip—Small Airport
West Pueblo Airport—Small Airport

Police Stations in Penrose

2 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Criminal Investigation Divison - K9 Unit121 Main Street
Fremont County Sheriff's Department

Grocery Stores in Penrose

4 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Alta 6020Convenience Store916 Co-115
Dollar General 18042Other895 Marilyn Dr
Mommas Batty BarnFarmers and Markets122 Garden Dr
Neighborhood MarketGrocery Store307 Broadway

Treatment Centers in Penrose

5 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Gateway to SuccessBoth719-275-0700
Rocky Mountain Behavioral Health IncSubstance Abuse719-275-7650
Solvista HealthBoth719-275-2351
Southern Peaks RTCSubstance Abuse719-276-7500
West Central Mental Health Center Inc - DBA Solvista HealthSubstance Abuse719-275-2351

DOL Wage Violations in Penrose

1 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $102 in back wages owed to 1 employees.

1
Violations
$102
Back Wages Owed
1
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
Subway Store 19941 — Subway 81240 — 1 $102 $102 1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Penrose

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
LIVING ROOM CC926 C ST

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UFO Sightings
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Bigfoot Sightings
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Mines
1
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Frequently Asked Questions About Penrose

What is the population of Penrose?

Penrose has a population of 3,978 residents and is located in Colorado. The population density is 223 people per square mile, spread across 17.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.8% female and 50.2% male.

Is Penrose expensive to live in?

Penrose 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 $75,109, 0% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $276,100 (2% below the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 3.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Penrose safe?

Penrose is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 182 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,381 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Penrose receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Penrose?

Penrose has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.7 inches, with 38.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Penrose?

Penrose has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,062. There are 1,124 business establishments in the area, including 103 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 29 minutes, and 11.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Penrose?

The median home value in Penrose is $276,100. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $388,681. The homeownership rate is 83.9%. The average annual property tax is $2,296.

How are the schools in Penrose?

Schools in Penrose score 5.6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 27.4% of adults in Penrose hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.2% have completed high school. 14.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Penrose?

The obesity rate in Penrose is 28.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 13.3% of adults are smokers. 18.3% are physically inactive. 26.0% of residents report depression. 9.5% lack health insurance. 80.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,159.

What is transportation like in Penrose?

The average commute in Penrose is 29 minutes. 82.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 11.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Penrose?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Penrose is 93.6% White, 0.7% Hispanic or Latino. 94.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 5.4% speak Spanish. 15.6% of the population are military veterans. 14.0% of residents have a disability. 94.2% have health insurance coverage.

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