Ponderosa Park, CO
Colorado · Douglas County · Denver-Aurora-Centennial Metro
Ponderosa Park is a small town in Colorado with a population of 3,556. Residents earn $133,425 per year, which is 78% above the national average.
Sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-year estimates, FBI Crime Data Explorer 2024, NOAA, EPA. Updated August 2026
4.4
/5.0
A
Great
3,556
Population
246/sq mi density
$133,425
Median Income
$55,448 per capita
$670,400
Home Value
$661,254 Zillow
48°F
Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$133,425 median income, 2.9% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$670,400 home value
A
Education
4.5 / 5.0
43.6% bachelor's degree or higher
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Median Income
$133,425
78% higher than US avg
Home Value
$670,400
138% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
43.6%
29% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
23.5%
27% lower than US avg
Unemployment
2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
4.8%
61% lower than US avg
How Ponderosa Park Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population3,556
Median Age44.3 yrs
Density246/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans8.9%
Economy
A+Median Income$133,425
Per Capita$55,448
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty4.8%
County GDP$31,178M
Commute50 min
Housing
B+Home Value$670,400
Ownership98.0%
Zillow$661,254
Housing Units1,261
Rent Burden13.4%
Health
Obesity23.5%
Uninsured4.0%
Smoking10.6%
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease4.4%
Climate
Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain19.3 in/yr
Elevation6,559 ft (1,999 m)
Education
ABachelor's+43.6%
High School+97.0%
Graduate+12.0%
School Score7.08
Community
2024 VoteR 52% / D 45%
Commute50 min
Broadband95.2%
EV Stations1
Libraries7
Is Ponderosa Park a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Ponderosa Park receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Ponderosa Park stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Ponderosa Park is $133,425, which is significantly higher than the national average / 78% above $75,149. This places Ponderosa Park among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. Only 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 50 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Ponderosa Park is $670,400, making it a premium housing market at 138% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
Educational attainment is solid, with 43.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 7.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Climate & Weather
Ponderosa Park experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 19.3 inches, including 74.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
Ponderosa Park has a population of 3,556 with a density of 246 people per square mile, spread across 14.4 square miles. The median age is 44.3 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.7% female and 52.3% male. The city is predominantly White (86.1%), with 11.7% Hispanic, 1.3% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 93.6% of residents. 8.9% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 7.1% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 96.0% have health insurance coverage.
Population
3,556
Total Population
2023 Census
246
People / sq mi
44.3yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
14.4mi²
Land Area
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Ponderosa Park vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Ponderosa Park vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Ponderosa Park is $133,425, which is 78% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $55,448 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,634, 14% higher than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.8% 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 50 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 18.6% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).
Income: Ponderosa Park vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $133,425 |
| 78% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $55,448 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,634 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $146,479 |
| Gini Index | 0.398 (0=equal, 1=unequal) |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.9% |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 4.8% |
| 61% 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 | 0.78% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 49.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 72.2% |
| Public Transit | 2.7% |
| Work from Home | 18.6% |
Walkability
The median home value in Ponderosa Park is $670,400, 138% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $661,254. According to Redfin, the median sale price is $768,000 with homes selling in an average of 104 days. Homes sell for 96.7% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Fair market rent ranges from $1,161 for a one-bedroom to $1,429 for a two-bedroom apartment. 98.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,261 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1991. The average annual property tax is $5,238 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 13.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x.
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $670,400 |
| 138% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $661,254 |
| Redfin Median Sale | $768,000 |
| Median List Price | $699,450 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median Sale Price | $768,000 |
| Median List Price | $699,450 |
| $/Sq Ft | $245 |
| Homes Sold | 5 |
| Days on Market | 104 days |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 96.7% |
| Price Drops | 33.3% |
| Inventory | 12 |
Rental Costs
| Rent Burden | 13.4% |
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 | 98.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 98.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 2.0% |
| Housing Units | 1,261 |
| Median Year Built | 1991 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,238 |
| 50% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 0.78% |
In Ponderosa Park, 23.5% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.6% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.4% of residents, below the national average. 24.2% have high blood pressure. 10.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 19.8% report binge drinking. 14.6% are physically inactive, below the national average. 23.2% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 16.6% experience frequent mental distress. 4.0% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). 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: Ponderosa Park vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 23.5% |
| 27% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 6.6% |
| Heart Disease | 4.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 24.2% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 4.6% |
| Cancer | 7.7% |
| Stroke | 2.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 10.6% |
| 24% below US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 19.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 14.6% |
| Depression | 23.2% |
| Mental Distress | 16.6% |
| Physical Distress | 10.8% |
| Short Sleep | 29.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.0% |
| Uninsured | 4.0% |
| 53% below US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:1,430 |
| Dentists | 1:1,403 |
| Mental Health | 1:508 |
| Checkup Rate | 70.4% |
| Dental Visits | 70.1% |
| Premature Death | 4,121/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 91.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,115 |
Ponderosa Park experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 19.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 74.8 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48. 57% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 6,559 feet, a high-altitude location.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-1°C)
70°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 48.2°F |
| 11% below US avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,559 ft (1,999 m) |
| Area | 14.4 sq mi (37.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 246/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.3987°N, 104.6352°W |
| Timezone | America/Denver |
| County | Douglas County County |
| Nearest Airport | Denver International (DEN) 32 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Good Days % | 57.3% |
| Unhealthy Days | 25 |
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)
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°F (-1°C) | 0.7 in | Driest |
| February | 31°F (-1°C) | 1.1 in | |
| March | 38°F (3°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 1.9 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 2.3 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 1.5 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 1.1 in | |
| November | 38°F (3°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 30°F (-1°C) | 1.0 in | Coldest |
Ponderosa Park has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 30°F in December to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.0") and January the driest (0.7").
Ponderosa Park is located in Douglas County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 43.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 29% above the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school. 12.0% 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. 95.2% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 7 public libraries serving the community. 1,115 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 72.2% of workers drive alone to work, while 2.7% use public transit.
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Republican by 7 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 24 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 0.0 / 4.0 |
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 43.6% |
| 29% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 97.0% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 12.0% |
| School Test Score | 7.08 |
A
Education Grade (4.5/5.0)
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro / 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 246/sq mi |
| Total Area | 14.4 sq mi |
| County | Douglas County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 95.2% |
| Avg Download Speed | 115.8 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 23.0 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 7 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,115 |
| Restaurants | 647 |
| Retail Stores | 955 |
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 49.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 72.2% |
| Public Transit | 2.7% |
| Work from Home | 18.6% |
Average costs for common services in Ponderosa Park. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.
Healthcare
| Doctor Visit (Primary Care) | $258 ($155-$412) |
| Specialist Visit | $361 ($206-$567) |
| Urgent Care Visit | $206 ($103-$361) |
| Emergency Room Visit | $2,268 ($825-$5,155) |
| Dental Cleaning | $134 ($77-$206) |
| Dental Filling | $258 ($155-$412) |
Auto Repair
| Oil Change (Conventional) | $46 ($26-$77) |
| Oil Change (Synthetic) | $77 ($52-$124) |
| Brake Pad Replacement | $309 ($155-$516) |
| Tire Rotation | $41 ($21-$77) |
| New Tires (Set of 4) | $619 ($412-$1,031) |
| Battery Replacement | $206 ($103-$361) |
Home Services
| Plumber (Per Hour) | $103 ($62-$155) |
| Electrician (Per Hour) | $93 ($52-$144) |
| HVAC Repair | $412 ($155-$825) |
| HVAC System Install | $7,217 ($4,124-$12,372) |
| Roof Repair | $1,031 ($412-$2,062) |
| Roof Replacement | $9,279 ($5,671-$15,465) |
Legal
| Divorce (Uncontested) | $1,547 ($516-$3,609) |
| Divorce (Contested) | $15,465 ($5,155-$30,930) |
| DUI Defense | $5,155 ($2,062-$10,310) |
| Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) | $1,547 ($825-$3,093) |
| Will Preparation | $516 ($206-$1,031) |
| Trust Preparation | $2,578 ($1,031-$5,155) |
Personal Care
| Men's Haircut | $26 ($15-$46) |
| Women's Haircut | $57 ($31-$103) |
| Hair Coloring (Full) | $155 ($77-$258) |
| Manicure | $26 ($15-$46) |
| Pedicure | $41 ($26-$67) |
| Massage (1 Hour) | $82 ($52-$134) |
Food & Grocery
| Gallon of Milk (per gallon) | $4.23 ($3.09-$5.67) |
| Dozen Eggs (per dozen) | $3.61 ($2.58-$5.16) |
| Loaf of Bread | $3.92 ($2.58-$5.67) |
| Chicken Breast (per lb) | $4.64 ($3.09-$6.70) |
| Ground Beef (per lb) | $5.67 ($4.12-$7.73) |
| Rice (per lb) | $1.03 ($0.62-$1.86) |
Utilities
| Electricity (Monthly) | $144 ($82-$258) |
| Natural Gas (Monthly) | $72 ($31-$155) |
| Water/Sewer (Monthly) | $72 ($41-$124) |
| Internet (Monthly) | $72 ($41-$103) |
| Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) | $67 ($31-$103) |
| Cable TV (Monthly) | $88 ($52-$155) |
Transportation
| Monthly Parking (Downtown) | $206 ($77-$516) |
| Car Insurance (Annual) | $2,062 ($1,237-$3,609) |
| Bus Pass (Monthly) | $72 ($31-$134) |
| Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) | $15 ($8.25-$26) |
| Car Registration (Annual) | $103 ($31-$258) |
| Driver's License Renewal | $31 ($15-$77) |
Education & Childcare
| Daycare (Infant, Monthly) | $1,237 ($619-$2,578) |
| Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) | $1,031 ($516-$2,062) |
| After-School Care (Monthly) | $412 ($206-$722) |
| Tutoring (Per Hour) | $52 ($26-$103) |
| SAT/ACT Prep Course | $1,031 ($412-$2,578) |
| Private School (K-12, Annual) | $12,888 ($5,155-$30,930) |
Pets
| Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) | $62 ($31-$103) |
| Dog Vaccination (Annual) | $103 ($52-$206) |
| Dog Grooming | $62 ($31-$103) |
| Pet Boarding (Per Night) | $41 ($21-$77) |
| Dog Spay/Neuter | $309 ($155-$516) |
| Cat Spay/Neuter | $206 ($103-$412) |
Childcare
| Center-Based (monthly) | |
| Infant | $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 |
Radio Stations near Ponderosa Park
17 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| KLVZ Legends 810AM/95.3 FM - Denver, CO | - | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Colorado Public Radio News | news, npr | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Radio Shadow Deep Tracks | classic rock, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Cat Country 951 | country | MP3 80 kbps | |
| Altitude Sports 950 AM | 950 am, am | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Colorado Public Radio - Classical | classical | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| 107.9 KBPI | rock | AAC | |
| La Tricolor 94.7 | regional mexican | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| CPR Classical | classical, public radio | MP3 64 kbps | |
| GRACE Fm | christian contemporary | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Channel 93.3 Colorado's Alternative | alternative rock, rock | AAC | |
| Mix 100 | adult contemporary | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Twisted Grape Radio | - | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Todays Hit Radio | high energy, shawn mendes | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rethink Radio | - | MP3 160 kbps | |
| KVOQ - Indie 102.3 | - | MP3 64 kbps | |
| CPR News | - | AAC+ 48 kbps |
Campgrounds Near Ponderosa Park
13 campgrounds found near Ponderosa Park.
| 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 |
| COLORADO CAMPGROUND | 4.6/5 | 79 | $28, $38 |
| 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 |
| MEADOW RIDGE | 4.3/5 | 18 | $28 |
| PAINTED ROCKS | 4.1/5 | 18 | $28 |
| INDIAN CREEK EQUESTRIAN CAMPGROUND | 4.0/5 | 7 | $30 |
| Rampart Range Recreation Area Designated Dispersed Camping | 3.7/5 | 98 | $22, $33 |
| Devils Head Campground | - | 1 | $27 |
| Flat Rocks Campground | - | 1 | $28 |
National Parks Near Ponderosa Park
23 national parks and monuments found near Ponderosa Park.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Jackson Lake State Park | State Park | Free |
| Mueller State Park | State Park | Free |
| Roxborough State Park | State Park | Free |
| St. Vrain State Park | State Park | Free |
| Staunton State Park | State Park | Free |
Trails Near Ponderosa Park
177+ trails found near Ponderosa Park.
| Trail | Miles | Surface | Hike | Bike | Horse |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RAMPART RESERVOIR | 10.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | Yes | - |
| RULE SPUR | 10.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| TURTLE MOUNTAIN | 9.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| BEGINNER | 7.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| TURTLE MOUNTAIN | 7.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| SKELETON | 7.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| 787 | 7.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| POWERLINE | 7.0 | 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 | - | - | - |
| CABIN RIDGE | 4.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| INDIAN CREEK | 4.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| DUTCH FRED | 4.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| SCOTTYS | 4.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| HELL CREEK TRAIL | 4.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| LONG HOLLOW BYPASS | 3.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| TORNADO ALLEY | 3.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| FLATROCK | 3.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| HANKHOS | 3.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| 788 | 3.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| BARR | 3.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| TOMAHAWK | 3.2 | 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 | - | - | - |
| GRAMPS | 2.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| GARBER | 2.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| 662 | 2.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| BEAR MOUNTAIN | 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 | - | - | - |
| LIMBAUGH CANYON | 2.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | Yes | - |
| CENTENNIAL | 2.4 | ASPHALT | - | Yes | - |
| WYEGYE | 2.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| LONG HOLLOW | 2.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| SCHUBARTH | 2.1 | 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 | - | - | - |
| HAY CREEK EAST TRAIL | 1.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| STANLEY RIM | 1.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | Yes | - |
| LONG HOLLOW | 1.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| SOHNDEE | 1.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| COLORADO | 1.6 | IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| ILLINOIS GULCH TRAIL | 1.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| INDIAN CREEK | 1.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| DEVILS HEAD | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| DRURY TRAIL | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| DEVIL'S KITCHEN | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | Yes | - |
| LONG HOLLOW | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| MONUMENT SPUR | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | Yes | - |
| HYSTER | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | Yes | - |
| HELL CREEK SPUR TRAIL | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| MULE CREEK NORTH | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| BROKEN SWING ARM | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| COLORADO | 1.3 | IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| SOLDIER MTN TRAIL | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| RAINBOW GULCH | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | Yes | - |
| LOVELL GULCH | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| FERN SOUTH | 1.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| INDIAN CAVE | 1.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | Yes | - |
| TURTLE MOUNTAIN | 1.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| LOVELL GULCH | 1.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| TROUT CREEK | 1.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| SCHUBARTH | 1.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| INDIAN CREEK | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| COLORADO | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | 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 | - | - | - |
| SCHUBARTH SPUR | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | Yes | - |
| STANLEY CANYON | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| ROI TAN | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| 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 | - |
| 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 | - | - | |
| 787 | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| BACKDOOR | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | Yes | - |
| OVERLOOK TRAIL | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| ARROWHEAD | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| W. MONUMENT CREEK | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | Yes | - |
| RUPP GULCH TRAIL | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| STANLEY CANYON | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| SPUR B | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| COLORADO CG | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| LOVELL GULCH | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| NORTH LOOP | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| TURTLE MOUNTAIN | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| NICHOLS RESERVOIR | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | Yes | - |
| LOVELL GULCH | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| GARBER CUTOFF | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| MOUNT HERMAN | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| WOODLAND WORK CENTER | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| LOVELL GULCH | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| LONG HOLLOW | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| LIGHTFOOT LOOP | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| SCHUBARTH | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| OVERLOOK CUTOFF | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| MOUNT HERMAN | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| SCHUBARTH | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| MANITOU LAKE | 0.5 | IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| LOOP | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| MOUNT ESTER | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | Yes | - |
| INDIAN CREEK | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| SCHUBARTH | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| PAINTED ROCKS SPUR | 0.4 | ASPHALT | Yes | - | - |
| SCHUBARTH | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| QUARRY CUT-OFF | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| CENTENNIAL | 0.4 | ASPHALT | - | Yes | - |
| POWERLINE | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| ARROWHEAD | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| SOLDIER MTN TRAIL | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| 673.A | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| LONG HOLLOW | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| RIDGE CREST | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | Yes | - |
| 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 |
| COLORADO | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| COLORADO TR CONNECTOR | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| ZINN | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| BEGINNER | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| BARR | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| GRASSY SADDLE | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| BEGINNER/SCOTTYS CONNECTOR | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| LONG HOLLOW | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| COX CONUNDRUM | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| MANITOU LAKE | 0.2 | IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| INDIAN CREEK | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| HILL TOP TRAIL | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| RED ROCKS | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| FLATROCK | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| STANLEY CANYON | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| UPPER DUTCH | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| TUNNEL | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| TURTLE MOUNTAIN | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| CENTENNIAL | 0.2 | ASPHALT | - | Yes | - |
| SCOTTYS ROCK | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| LOOKOUT TRAIL | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| HYSTER | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | Yes | - |
| RAINBOW GULCH | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | Yes | - |
| NO NAME | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| TURTLE MOUNTAIN | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| SCHUBARTH | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| TURKEY TRACK NORTH | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| RED ROCKS SPUR | 0.1 | ASPHALT | Yes | - | - |
| RONNIES RISE | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| FLAKE | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| SCHUBARTH | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| BACKDOOR | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | Yes | - |
| 918 TRAIL | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| 681.B | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| CAMPGROUND LOOP SPUR | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| 681.E | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| 681.C | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| 915 TRAIL | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| SCHUBARTH | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| 682.AA | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| SOUTH STAIRS | 0.0 | CHUNK WOOD | Yes | - | - |
| 916 TRAIL | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| NORTH LOOP SPUR | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| 917 TRAIL | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| TURTLE MOUNTAIN | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
Historical Trends - Ponderosa Park
Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).
Population
Median Household Income
| Year | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 2,865 | $92,546 |
| 2015 | 3,211 | $96,324 |
| 2017 | 3,455 | $100,313 |
| 2019 | 3,636 | $106,959 |
| 2021 | 3,400 | $117,526 |
| 2023 | 3,556 | $133,425 |
Museums in Ponderosa Park
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CASTLE ROCK HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 420 ELBERT STREET | 3038143164 | $6,362 |
| AIR MEDICAL MEMORIAL | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 7203402040 | ||
| CHERRY CREEK VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| CHILDREN'S EXPLORATORIUM | CHILDREN'S MUSEUM | |||
| COLORADO DRIVING SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| DENVER AEROSPACE SCIENCE MUSEUM | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | |||
| DOUGLAS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| ELBERT COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 515 COMANCHE ST | ||
| HISTORIC DOUGLAS COUNTY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| HISTORIC FRANKSTOWN | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| PARKER AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 19650 EAST MAIN STREET | ||
| ROCKY MOUNTAIN AVIATION FOUNDA | GENERAL MUSEUM | 3037996711 |
Libraries in Ponderosa Park
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARAPAHOE LIBRARY DISTRICT | 12855 E. ADAM AIRCRAFT CIRCLE | 0.0 | 1,993,094 | |||
| DOUGLAS COUNTY LIBRARIES | 100 SOUTH WILCOX | 0.0 | 1,940,955 | |||
| ELBERT COUNTY LIBRARY DISTRICT | 651 W BEVERLY STREET | 0.0 | 83,014 |
Farmers Markets in Ponderosa Park
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Rock Farmers Market, aka Plum Creek Valley Farmers Market | 3rd Sreet and Wilcox | 07/12/2014 to 10/04/2014 | Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Elizabeth Farmers Market | 165 S Main Street | 06/15/2013 to 09/28/2013 | Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Lonetree Farmers Market | Yosemite & Maximus | Visit | |||
| Parker Farmers Market | Downtown Parker | Visit | |||
| Parkerfest | Victoria Drive & Victorian | Visit | |||
| Southlands Farmer's Market | Smoky Hill Road and E470 | Visit |
Gas Stations in Ponderosa Park
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Valero
Golf Courses in Ponderosa Park
2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Spring Valley Golf Club
Spring Valley Golf Course
Breweries in Ponderosa Park
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 105 West Brewery | Brewery Downtown Castle Rock | 1043 Park St | ||
| Bubbles Liquor World | Beer Store, Liquor Store, Breweries, Wine Shop, Beer & Ale Distributors, Liquor Stores, Wine & Disti | 675 Genoa Way | 3034688100, (303) 468-8100 | Visit |
| Castle Rock Beer Company | Brewery Downtown Castle Rock | 514 Perry St | 7203289008 | Visit |
| Dad & Dude's Breweria | Brewery | 6730 S Cornerstar Way | 3034005699 | Visit |
| Elk Mountain Brewing | Brewery | 18921 Plaza Dr | 3038052739 | Visit |
| Hall Brewing Co Tap Room | Brewery | 10970 E Main St | 7206383034 | Visit |
| Replacement Level Brewing | Brewery Smoky Hill | Crestline Ave And Telluride St | ||
| Reserve List Eagle Bend | Breweries & Wineries | 22691 E Aurora Pkwy | 7208891493 | Visit |
| Resolute Brewing Company | Brewery | 7286 S Yosemite St | 7207221238 | Visit |
| Rockyard American Grill & Brew | Restaurants, American Restaurants, Breweries | 880 Castleton Rd | ||
| Rockyard American Grill & Brewing Co | Castle Rock Restaurants, Steak, Brewery / Pub / American, Brewery / Grill / Pub | 880 W Castleton Rd | 3038149273 | |
| Two22 Brew | Brewery | 4550 S Reservoir Rd | 7203289038 | Visit |
Ski Resorts Near Ponderosa Park
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brighton | 66.0 | 7 | 3,200 | $67 | November - April | Yes | Yes |
Cell Towers in Ponderosa Park
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| 6201 South Gun Club Road (49112) | MTOWER | 22 |
| 6201 South Gun Club Road (49112) | MTOWER | 22 |
| 4900 Gun Club Road | TOWER | 20 |
| 4900 Gun Club Road | TOWER | 20 |
| 9897 N. Delbert Rd. (140457) | MTOWER | 14 |
| 9897 N. Delbert Rd. (140457) | MTOWER | 14 |
| 12327 S. State Hwy 83 | TOWER | 13 |
| 12327 S. State Hwy 83 | TOWER | 13 |
| (Pinery) 8752 N. Highway 83 | MTOWER | 11 |
| (Pinery) 8752 N. Highway 83 | MTOWER | 11 |
Bridges in Ponderosa Park
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tee Beam | Prestressed concrete | 1978 | 120 | 120 | P |
Airports Near Ponderosa Park
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 |
| Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport | BJC | Medium Airport |
| Aero Bear Field | - | Small Airport |
| Air Dusters Inc Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ambrosich Field | - | Small Airport |
| Ashlawn Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Basin Field | - | Small Airport |
| Bijou Basin Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bijou Bottom Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Bijou Springs Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Boulder Municipal Airport | WBU | Small Airport |
| Brighton Van-Aire Estates Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Buffalo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Calhan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Campbells Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chaparral Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Circle 8 Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Colorado Air and Space Port | - | Small Airport |
| Colorado Antique Field | - | 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 |
| Dave's Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dead Stick Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Denning Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dietrichs Airport | - | Small Airport |
| East Moore Field | - | Small Airport |
| Erie Municipal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Everitt Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fat Chance Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Flyin' B Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Flying E Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Flying G Air Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fox Hole Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Foxx Valley Airport | - | Small Airport |
| G W Flanders Ranch Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Happy Butt Private Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Harrington Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Henderson Airport | - | Small Airport |
| High Mesa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Horseshoe Landings Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hoy Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Police Stations in Ponderosa Park
10 police stations.
| Station | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| APD Southlands Security Office | 6290 South Main Street | |
| APD Southlands Security Office | 6290 South Main Street | |
| Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office | 13101 Broncos Parkway | |
| Aurora Police Department District 3 | 23911 East Arapahoe Road | |
| Castle Rock Police Department | 100 North Perry Street | |
| Colorado State Patrol Castle Rock Troop Office 1C | 4600 Castleton Court | |
| Douglas County Sheriff | ||
| Elbert County Sheriff's Office | 751 Ute Avenue | |
| Elizabeth Police Department | 425 South Main Street | |
| Parker Police Department | 18600 Lincoln Meadows Parkway |
Grocery Stores in Ponderosa Park
2 grocery stores.
| Store | Type | Address |
|---|---|---|
| Alta 6153 | Convenience Store | 580 Marie Avenue |
| Big Apple Mart 3 | Convenience Store | 525 Singing Hills Road |
Treatment Centers in Ponderosa Park
6 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| AllHealth Network | Both | 303-730-8858 |
| AllHealth Network | Both | 303-730-8858 |
| AllHealth Network | Both | 303-730-8858 |
| Centennial Mental Health Center Inc | Both | 303-646-4519 |
| Denver Springs Changes | Both | 720-643-4314 |
| Valley Hope of Parker | Substance Abuse | 785-877-5111 |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Ponderosa Park
What is the population of Ponderosa Park?
Ponderosa Park has a population of 3,556 residents and is located in Colorado. The population density is 246 people per square mile, spread across 14.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.7% female and 52.3% male.
Is Ponderosa Park expensive to live in?
Ponderosa Park 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 $133,425, 78% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $670,400 (138% above the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Ponderosa Park?
Ponderosa Park has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 19.3 inches, with 74.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 48.
How is the job market in Ponderosa Park?
The job market in Ponderosa Park is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.9% / well below the national rate 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 50 minutes, and 18.6% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Ponderosa Park?
The median home value in Ponderosa Park is $670,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $661,254. According to Redfin, the median sale price is $768,000, with homes typically selling within 104 days. The homeownership rate is 98.0%. The average annual property tax is $5,238.
How are the schools in Ponderosa Park?
Schools in Ponderosa Park perform well, with an average test score of 7.1 out of 10 / above the national benchmark. 43.6% of adults in Ponderosa Park hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school. 12.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Ponderosa Park?
The obesity rate in Ponderosa Park is 23.5% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 10.6% of adults are smokers. 14.6% are physically inactive. 23.2% of residents report depression. 4.0% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 91.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,430.
What is transportation like in Ponderosa Park?
The average commute in Ponderosa Park is 50 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 72.2% of workers drive alone to work, 2.7% use public transit, and 18.6% work from home.
What are the demographics of Ponderosa Park?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Ponderosa Park is 86.1% White, 11.7% Hispanic or Latino, 1.3% Asian. 93.6% of residents speak only English at home. 8.9% of the population are military veterans. 7.1% of residents have a disability. 96.0% have health insurance coverage.
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