South Fork, CO
Full City Profile · Colorado · Rio Grande County County
South Fork, CO
At a Glance
How South Fork Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows South Fork's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is South Fork a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
South Fork residents earn a median household income of $75,938 , which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $42,323. The unemployment rate stands at 7.4% (106% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 500 business establishments, including 53 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in South Fork is $381,600 , 35% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $449,112. Median rent is $874/month, with 20.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 103.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1985.
Safety & Crime
South Fork reports 396 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 4% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,366/100K.
Education
37.7% of adults in South Fork hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% above the national average). 99.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
South Fork has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.4 inches.