Walsenburg, CO

Colorado · Huerfano County

Walsenburg is a small town in Colorado with a population of 3,079. Residents earn $40,799 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0

C+ Fair

3,079 Population 1,030/sq mi density

$40,799 Median Income $23,213 per capita

$148,600 Home Value $185,964 Zillow

$723 Median Rent 32.6% income on rent

52°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr

517 Violent Crime/100K 3,379 property/100K

C+

Overall

2.6 / 5.0

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

C+

Economy

2.5 / 5.0

$40,799 median income, 6.6% unemployment

A+

Affordability

4.6 / 5.0

$148,600 home value, $723/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

517 violent crimes/100K (36% above avg)

Education

2.3 / 5.0

16.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $40,799

46% lower than US avg

Home Value $148,600

47% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 517/100K

36% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 16.1%

52% lower than US avg

Median Rent $723

38% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 30.5%

5% lower than US avg

Unemployment 6.6%

83% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 17.2%

39% higher than US avg

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

People

Population3,079

Median Age44.3 yrs

Density1,030/mi²

Male / Female57% / 43%

Largest GroupWhite 83%

Veterans7.2%

Economy

C+

Median Income$40,799

Per Capita$23,213

Unemployment6.6%

Poverty17.2%

County GDP$323M

Commute14 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$148,600

Rent$723

Ownership56.9%

Zillow$185,964

Housing Units1,554

Rent Burden32.6%

Crime

Violent517/100K

Property3,379/100K

Murder34.5/100K

Assault379/100K

Burglary862/100K

Health

Obesity30.5%

Uninsured21.9%

Smoking16.3%

Depression22.9%

Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain17.3 in/yr

Sunny Days330/yr

Elevation6,302 ft (1,921 m)

Education

Bachelor's+16.1%

High School+83.5%

Graduate+4.0%

School Score5.01

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 44%

Commute14 min

Broadband72.3%

EV Stations2

Libraries4

Is Walsenburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Walsenburg receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Walsenburg has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Walsenburg is $40,799, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 17.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Walsenburg is $148,600, 47% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $723 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 517 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 / something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,379 per 100,000, 72% above the national average.

Education

16.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5/10.

Climate & Weather

Walsenburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.3 inches, including 91.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Walsenburg has a population of 3,079 with a density of 1,030 people per square mile, spread across 3.0 square miles. The median age is 44.3 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 43.1% female and 56.9% male. The city is predominantly White (83.3%), with 6.2% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 92.3% of residents, while 7.7% speak Spanish. 7.2% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 26.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 93.6% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,079

Total Population

1,030

People / sq mi

44.3yrs

Median Age

14% above US avg

3.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.9%

Female 43.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Walsenburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 92.3%

18% above US avg

Spanish 7.7%

43% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Walsenburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Walsenburg is $40,799, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,213 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $853, 40% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.2% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 208 business establishments, including 25 restaurants. The cost of living index is 103.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 23.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Walsenburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$40,799
	46% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$23,213
Avg Weekly Wage	$853
IRS Avg AGI	$52,688
Gini Index	0.445 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	6.6%
	83% above US avg
Poverty Rate	17.2%
	39% above US avg
Establishments (County)	208
County GDP	$323M

Business (County)

Restaurants	25
Healthcare	13
Retail	33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,536
	28% below US avg
Cost of Living	103.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	14.4 min
Drive Alone	72.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	23.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Walsenburg is $148,600, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $185,964, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $723 (38% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,161 for a one-bedroom to $1,429 for a two-bedroom apartment. 56.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,554 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1948. The average annual property tax is $2,536 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 32.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.6x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$148,600
	47% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$185,964

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$723
	38% below US avg
Rent Burden	32.6%

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	56.9%
Owner-Occupied	56.9%
Renter-Occupied	43.1%
Housing Units	1,554
Median Year Built	1948

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,536
	28% below US avg
Effective Rate	1.71%

In Walsenburg, 30.5% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 11.7% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.2% of residents. 28.9% have high blood pressure. 16.3% are current smokers. 17.3% report binge drinking. 27.3% are physically inactive. 22.9% report depression. 19.2% experience frequent mental distress. 21.9% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,384. The dentist ratio is 1:3,541. 45.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.2 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	30.5%
	5% below US avg
Diabetes	11.7%
Heart Disease	6.2%
High Blood Pressure	28.9%
Asthma	11.4%
COPD	6.9%
Cancer	6.0%
Stroke	3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.3%
	16% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.3%
Physical Inactivity	27.3%
Depression	22.9%
Mental Distress	19.2%
Physical Distress	16.1%
Short Sleep	34.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	93.6%
Uninsured	21.9%
	155% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,384
Dentists	1:3,541
Mental Health	1:588
Checkup Rate	67.6%
Dental Visits	49.6%
Premature Death	14,473/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.2/10
Exercise Access	45.3%
Healthcare Facilities	13

Walsenburg has a violent crime rate of 517 per 100,000 residents, 36% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 379.3 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 103.5. The murder rate is 34.5 per 100,000 (above the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 3,379 per 100,000, 72% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,414, burglary at 862, vehicle theft at 103 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 4 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 182 federally declared disasters. Overall, Walsenburg receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	517.2/100K
	36% above US avg
Murder	34.5/100K
	447% above US avg
Rape	103.5/100K
Robbery	0.0/100K
Assault	379.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	3,379.3/100K
	72% above US avg
Burglary	862.1/100K
Theft	2,413.8/100K
Vehicle Theft	103.5/100K
Arson	103.5/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	4
Traffic Accidents	274
Avg Accident Severity	2.7 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters	182

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Walsenburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 73°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 17.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 91.6 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 6,302 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	51.6°F
	4% below US avg
January Average	34°F (1°C)
July Average	73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	330 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	6,302 ft (1,921 m)
Area	3.0 sq mi (7.7 km²)
Population Density	1,030/sq mi
Coordinates	37.6306°N, 104.7817°W
Timezone	America/Denver
County	Huerfano County County
Nearest Airport	San Luis Valley Regional/Bergman Field (ALS) 61 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 17.3"

55% below US avg

Snowfall 91.6"

Wettest Month (Aug) 2.36"

Driest Month (Jan) 0.35"

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Very Low
Risk Score	24.2 / 100
Social Vulnerability	83.5 / 100
Community Resilience	16.6 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Very Low
Earthquake	Very Low
Wildfire	Relatively Low
Flood	Relatively Low
Hail	Relatively Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Low
Heat Wave	Very Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Moderate
Lightning	Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm	Very Low
Drought	Very Low
Cold Wave	Very Low
Landslide	Very Low
Volcano	No Rating
Avalanche	Very Low

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

Earthquake History

335 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M3.4 on Jun 28, 2025.

Aug 23, 2011	6 km S of Valdez, Colorado	M5.3	64 km
Aug 10, 2005	20 km S of Weston, Colorado	M5.0	76 km
Aug 22, 2011	9 km SSW of Starkville, Colorado	M4.7	70 km
Sep 5, 2001	0 km SE of Cokedale, Colorado	M4.5	56 km
Jan 3, 2007	8 km SSW of Weston, Colorado	M4.4	64 km
Mar 22, 2004	30 km S of Weston, Colorado	M4.4	87 km
Aug 1, 2004	31 km S of Stonewall Gap, Colorado	M4.3	89 km
Mar 10, 2023	6 km NNE of Segundo, Colorado	M4.3	51 km
Jun 19, 2023	Colorado	M4.1	44 km
Aug 10, 2005	20 km SSW of Segundo, Colorado	M4.1	76 km
Jul 29, 2009	32 km NNE of Cimarron, New Mexico	M4.1	93 km
Aug 26, 2023	19 km SSW of Weston, Colorado	M4.0	74 km
Aug 23, 2011	7 km S of Valdez, Colorado	M4.0	65 km
Sep 4, 2001	2 km W of Cokedale, Colorado	M4.0	56 km
Sep 13, 2011	20 km S of Sequndo, Colorado	M4.0	78 km
Feb 6, 2016	Colorado	M4.0	62 km
Mar 10, 2023	5 km N of Sequndo, Colorado	M3.9	52 km
Sep 16, 2011	26 km S of Sequndo, Colorado	M3.9	83 km
Aug 20, 2015	7 km WSW of Weston, Colorado	M3.9	60 km
Aug 23, 2016	18 km SSW of Weston, CO	M3.9	73 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

90 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 3 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Jul 31, 1955	EF3	61 km	0
Oct 20, 1953	EF3	86 km	0
Aug 21, 1984	EF2	71 km	0
Jul 10, 1978	EF2	47 km	0
Jul 4, 1960	EF2	75 km	0
Jul 10, 1955	EF2	98 km	0
Jun 18, 1951	EF2	92 km	0
May 8, 2017	EF1	38 km	0
Jun 6, 2014	EF1	62 km	0
Jun 6, 2014	EF1	72 km	0
Aug 16, 2008	EF1	84 km	0
Jul 9, 2006	EF1	78 km	0
Mar 19, 1995	EF1	99 km	0
May 25, 1993	EF1	28 km	0
Jul 13, 1989	EF1	90 km	0
Apr 21, 1988	EF1	90 km	0
Jul 22, 1985	EF1	97 km	0
Jul 19, 1985	EF1	91 km	0
Jun 10, 1983	EF1	65 km	0
Jun 10, 1983	EF1	29 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: SPRING CREEK (107,108 ac, 2018).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2018	SPRING CREEK	107,108	33 km
2008	BRIDGER	46,612	90 km
2011	BEAR SPRINGS CALLIE MARIE	36,863	79 km
2011	TRACK	28,893	80 km
1986	UNNAMED	25,771	99 km
2002	SPRING	24,044	71 km
2016	JUNKINS	19,023	65 km
2006	MATO VEGA	13,126	44 km
2005	MASON	11,630	63 km
2013	EAST PEAK	10,082	24 km
2011	CALLIE MARIE	9,393	99 km
2002	JAMES AND JOHN	7,190	71 km
2011	BEAR	6,585	82 km
2011	PURGATOIRE FIRE	6,233	81 km
2021	HART CANYON RX FY22	5,781	99 km
2016	BEULAH HILL	5,769	51 km
2008	WEST FORK	5,436	85 km
2018	APACHE COMPLEX	5,182	97 km
2018	TRINCHERA CREEK	5,173	90 km
2010	MEDANO	4,887	63 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	34°F (1°C)	0.4 in	Driest
February	35°F (1°C)	0.4 in
March	40°F (5°C)	0.9 in
April	47°F (9°C)	1.1 in
May	57°F (14°C)	1.6 in
June	66°F (19°C)	1.3 in
July	73°F (23°C)	2.2 in	Warmest
August	69°F (21°C)	2.4 in	Wettest
September	62°F (17°C)	1.1 in
October	52°F (11°C)	0.9 in
November	40°F (4°C)	0.7 in
December	33°F (0°C)	0.4 in	Coldest

Walsenburg has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 33°F in December to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 13.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.4") and January the driest (0.4").

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Walsenburg is located in Huerfano County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent, a rural community. 16.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 52% below the national average of 33.7%. 83.5% have completed high school. 4.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 52.9% of the vote, a 8.6-point margin. 72.3% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 13 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 72.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.9%

D 44.3%

Winner: Republican by 8.6 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	4
Traffic Accidents	274
Avg Accident Severity	2.7 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations	182

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	16.1%
	52% below US avg
High School+	83.5%
Graduate Degree+	4.0%
School Test Score	5.01

C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 8	Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent
Population Density	1,030/sq mi
Total Area	3.0 sq mi
County	Huerfano County County

Services

Broadband Access	72.3%
Avg Download Speed	71.1 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	7.4 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	2
Alt Fuel Stations	2
Public Libraries	4
Healthcare Facilities	13
Restaurants	25
Retail Stores	33

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	14.4 min
Drive Alone	72.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	23.3%

Average costs for common services in Walsenburg. 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	$1,234
Toddler	$445
Preschool	$398
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$636
Toddler	$622
Preschool	$622

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Huerfano County

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

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Retail Trade	289	30	$34,013	1.58
Accommodation & Food Services	268	26	$28,736	1.61
Manufacturing	86	6	$43,124	0.57
Construction	52	22	$51,978	0.54
Professional & Technical Services	34	21	$95,563	0.27
Arts & Entertainment	25	5	$24,533	0.81
Agriculture & Forestry	24	5	$45,945	1.62
Information & Technology	21	7	$36,936	0.61
Real Estate	19	12	$68,622	0.67
Finance & Insurance	18	6	$42,579	0.24
Other Services	12	11	$49,411	0.22
Transportation & Warehousing	7	3	$27,435	0.09

Hospitals in Walsenburg

Hospital	Type	CMS Rating	Emergency	Phone
SPANISH PEAKS REGIONAL HEALTH CENTER	Critical Access Hospitals	—	Yes	(719) 738-5100

Schools in Walsenburg

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Peakview School	Elementary	244	14	17.4:1
John Mall Jr/Sr High School	High	171	13	13.2:1

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Radio Stations near Walsenburg

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality

Campgrounds Near Walsenburg

13 campgrounds found near Walsenburg.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
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
BEAR LAKE CAMPGROUND (CO)	4.5/5	13	$25
DAVENPORT CAMPGROUND	4.5/5	12	$25
PURGATOIRE CAMPGROUND	4.5/5	20	$25
MINGUS RANCH	4.4/5	1	$75
Ophir Creek Campground (CO)	4.4/5	30	$25
LAKE ISABEL CABIN	4.3/5	1	$130
Blue Lake Campground - San Isabel NF (CO)	4.0/5	16	$25
PONDEROSA GROUP - LAKE ISABEL	3.7/5	1	$150
SOUTHSIDE CAMPGROUND - LAKE ISABEL	3.6/5	8	$25
Cordova Pass	—	1	$15

National Parks Near Walsenburg

16 national parks and monuments found near Walsenburg.

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
Capulin Volcano National Monument	National Monument	$20
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
Sugarite Canyon State Park	State Park	Free
Trinidad Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Trinidad Lake State Park	State Park	Free

Trails Near Walsenburg

182+ trails found near Walsenburg.

Trail	Miles	Surface	Hike	Bike	Horse
GREENHORN ROAD	9.5	SNOW	—	—	—
ST. CHARLES	8.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
INDIAN	8.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
OPHIR CREEK	6.8	SNOW	—	—	—
BARTLETT	6.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
BLUE/BEAR ROAD	5.0	SNOW	—	—	—
CORDOVA PASS ROAD	5.0	SNOW	—	—	—
COAL CREEK	4.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
SCHAFER	4.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
POLE CREEK	4.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
DODGETON	4.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GREENHORN	3.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
WILDCAT	3.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
CISNEROS	3.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MILLSET	3.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
WAHATOYA	3.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
SANTANA	3.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
APISHAPA	3.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
LEVI KRIER	2.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
SNOWSLIDE	2.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
CISNEROS	2.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BONNETT CREEK	2.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HORSE RANCH	2.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WAHATOYA	2.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
SQUIRREL CREEK	2.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SOUTH CREEK	2.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GREENHORN	2.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
LEFT HAND	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SOUTH CREEK	2.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WAHATOYA	1.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
INDIAN	1.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WEST PEAK	1.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
BARTLETT	1.9	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
SECOND MACE	1.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
INDIAN	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WAHATOYA	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	—	—	—
CISNEROS	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SILVER CIRCLE	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
TURKEY CREEK	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
SILVER CIRCLE	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
DIKES	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
SOUTH APACHE	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BAKER CREEK	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
DOME ROCK	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
SHORTCUT	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
TURKEY CREEK	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
MIDDLE CREEK	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BARTLETT	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
SQUIRREL CREEK	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
POLE CREEK	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SILVER CIRCLE	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
DIKES	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
NORTH FORK	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
SOUTH APACHE	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MIDDLE CREEK	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GREENHORN	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
SECOND MACE	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
CISNEROS	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
CISNEROS TO NFSR 352	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
DOME ROCK	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
SECOND MACE SPUR	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
DIKES	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
BAKER CREEK	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SANTANA	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
LAKESHORE	0.9	ASPHALT	Yes	—	—
MTN. PARK	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NORTH FORK	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
LEVI KRIER	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
NORTH FORK	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
SOUTH CREEK	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
INDIAN	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SOUTH APACHE	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
INDIAN	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
ST. CHARLES	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LEVI KRIER	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
GREENHORN	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
SNOWSLIDE	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NORTH FORK	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
SNOWSLIDE ACCESS FROM FSR 371	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
POLE CREEK	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WACHOB	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
CISNEROS	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
CISNEROS	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
CISNEROS	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WEST PEAK	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
SQUIRREL CREEK	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BARTLETT	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
1302.C	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SAN CARLOS	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
APACHE FALLS	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MILLSET	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
DODGETON	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BAKER CREEK	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WACHOB	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SECOND MACE	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
POLE CREEK	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SQUIRREL CREEK	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SNOWSLIDE	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
CISNEROS	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BAKER CREEK	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SOUTH CREEK	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SNOWSLIDE	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SNOWSLIDE	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SNOWSLIDE	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MILLSET	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
LAKE SHORE ADA	0.3	ASPHALT	Yes	—	—
SNOWSLIDE	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MILLSET	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
SQUIRREL CREEK	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GREENHORN	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
SOUTH APACHE	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NORTH FORK	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
MTN. PARK	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CISNEROS	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
1358	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
CISNEROS	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NORTH FORK	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
WEST PEAK	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
VISTA POINT HANDICAPPED TRAIL	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SNOWSLIDE	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SNOWSLIDE	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SAN CARLOS	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
APACHE FALLS	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
POLE CREEK	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SNOWSLIDE ACCESS FROM FSR 371	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MILLSET	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
1302.B	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
COUPLER	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
COUPLER	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
POLE CREEK	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SANTANA	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
INDIAN	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
CISNEROS	0.1	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	—	—	—
DODGETON	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
ST CHARLES ACCESS FROM 335	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
APISHAPA	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
VISTA POINT HANDICAPPED TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LEVI KRIER	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
1330.C	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SQUIRREL CREEK	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SILVER CIRCLE	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
INDIAN	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SOUTH CREEK	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SQUIRREL CREEK	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
INDIAN	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BAKER CREEK	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WAHATOYA	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
BARTLETT	0.1	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
1330.K	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APISHAPA	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
SQUIRREL CREEK	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
1330.E	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WEST PEAK	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
SANTANA	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
MILLSET	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
SNOWSLIDE ACCESS FROM FSR 371	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
1330.J	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
COUPLER	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GREENHORN	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
SCHAFER	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	—	—	—
NORTH FORK	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
LEVI KRIER	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
LEVI KRIER	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
VISTA POINT HANDICAPPED TRAIL	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	—	—
PICNIC AREA SPUR	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APISHAPA	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
SOUTH APACHE	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
1330.F	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NORTH FORK	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
BARTLETT	0.0	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	—	—	Yes

Historical Trends — Walsenburg

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

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	2,907	$28,030
2015	2,869	$24,928
2017	2,943	$28,885
2019	3,013	$29,514
2021	3,065	$33,372
2023	3,081	$40,799

Museums in Walsenburg

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
HUERFANO COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	112 WEST FIFTH STREET		$12,387
MUSEUM OF FRIENDS	GENERAL MUSEUM	109 EAST 6TH ST	7197382858
PALEO & PELAGICA MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	300 E 5TH STREET	2819910019

Libraries in Walsenburg

Name	Address	Annual Visits
LA VETA REGIONAL LIBRARY DISTRICT	310 SOUTH MAIN STREET	51,667
SPANISH PEAKS LIBRARY DISTRICT	415 WALSEN AVE	45,180
AGUILAR PUBLIC LIBRARY	146 W. MAIN STREET	1,900

Farmers Markets in Walsenburg

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Spanish Peaks Farm Stand	23500 US Hwy 160	06/15/2018 to 10/01/2018	Fri: 1:00 PM-4:00 PM;
Walsenburg Farmers Market	6th and Main	07/11/2014 to 09/26/2014	Fri: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;

Nursing Homes in Walsenburg

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
SPANISH PEAKS VETERANS COMMUNITY LIVING CENTER 23500 U S HIGHWAY 160	Government - State	120	104	5/5	—	5/5	5/5	7197385197

Pharmacies in Walsenburg

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
STAR HEALTH MART PHARMACY	628 MAIN STREET	719-738-1130

EV Charging Stations in Walsenburg

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
George's Drive Inn	564 US Highway 85/87	Non-Networked	2	1	CHADEMO J1772 J1772COMBO	public
George's Drive Inn	564 US-84	Non-Networked	2	1	CHADEMO J1772 J1772COMBO	public
SCCOG TRANSIT COG TRANSIT	625 N Polk Ave	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public

Cell Towers in Walsenburg

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
Cleveland (108691)	GTOWER	121
Cleveland (108691)	GTOWER	121
Exit 56 Red Rock Road (36133)	GTOWER	65
Exit 56 Red Rock Road (36133)	GTOWER	65
(Monson) 1045 CR 310	LTOWER	49

Fire Stations in Walsenburg

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Huerfano County Fire Protection District	310 Main ST	Volunteer			719-738-1877

Power Plants Near Walsenburg

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
BUSCH RANCH II WIND FARM	ONSHORE WIND TURBINE	221115	-104.4	OP
BUSCH RANCH WIND ENERGY FARM	ONSHORE WIND TURBINE	221115	-104.5	OP
PEAK VIEW WIND FARM	ONSHORE WIND TURBINE	221115	-104.5	OP
HUERFANO RIVER WIND	ONSHORE WIND TURBINE	221115	-104.8	OP

Bridges in Walsenburg

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Culvert	Concrete	1965	26	11,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1982	231	7,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1967	249	7,000	F
Culvert	Concrete	1934	23	6,700	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2018	260	6,500	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2018	260	6,500	G
Culvert	Concrete	2011	118	6,500	G
Tee Beam	Concrete continuous	1967	82	6,500	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1990	246	6,300	F
Tee Beam	Concrete continuous	1963	268	6,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1995	251	5,900	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1969	80	5,500	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1969	70	5,500	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2001	209	5,500	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1969	82	5,500	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1969	70	5,500	F
Tee Beam	Concrete continuous	1969	135	5,500	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2014	83	5,100	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1963	423	5,000	P
Tee Beam	Concrete	1963	186	5,000	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1963	186	5,000	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1963	184	5,000	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1963	184	5,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1963	423	5,000	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1963	185	4,650	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1963	185	4,650	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1933	182	2,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1933	142	1,900	P
Tee Beam	Concrete continuous	1963	268	1,200	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1940	162	890	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Wood or Timber	1940	123	890	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1966	72	740	F
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Prestressed concrete continuous	1984	253	390	F
Culvert	Steel	1984	21	390	G
Culvert	Concrete	1993	49	390	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1991	82	217	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1989	202	140	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1989	112	116	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1999	122	104	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1996	146	94	G
Tee Beam	Concrete continuous	1969	135	72	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1995	85	65	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1997	122	49	G
Culvert	Aluminum/Wrought Iron/Cast Iron	1975	24	28	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1995	82	14	G
Arch (Deck)	Concrete	1910	162	13	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1999	75	10	G

Correctional Facilities in Walsenburg

Name	Address	Type	Population	Capacity	Status
HUERFANO COUNTY JAIL	500 SOUTH ALBERT STREET	COUNTY	-999	-999	OPEN
HUERFANO CORRECTIONAL CENTER	304 RAY SANDOVAL STREET	STATE		-999	CLOSED

Airports Near Walsenburg

26 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Pueblo Memorial Airport	PUB	Medium Airport
Cuchara Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Cuchara Valley At La Veta Airport	—	Small Airport
Diamond Star Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Edenway Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying D Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Fowler Airport	—	Small Airport
Geary Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Greenhorn Strip	—	Small Airport
Huerfano Agricultural Airport	—	Small Airport
Mann Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Melby Ranch Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Perry Stokes Airport	TAD	Small Airport
Piñon Canyon 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
Spring Canyon Airport	—	Small Airport
Stetler Airport	—	Small Airport
Tercio Ranch Airstrip	—	Small Airport
The Flying Z Airport	—	Small Airport
Trinchera Ranch Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Turkey Ridge Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
West Pueblo Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Walsenburg

4 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Aguilar Marshal's Office	101 North Romero Street
Huerfano County Sheriffs Department
Huerfano County Sheriffs Department
Walsenburg Police Dept

Grocery Stores in Walsenburg

10 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
7-Eleven Inc. 19585J	Convenience Store	235 W 7th St
Alta 6117	Convenience Store	416 US-87
Dollar General 11181	Other	124 W 7th St
Family Dollar 4711	Other	802 Walsen Ave
First Choice Market	Supermarket	801 Walsen Ave
Loaf N Jug 750003	Convenience Store	200 Main St
Local Roots Vintage Food Market	Grocery Store	623 W 7th St
Love's Travel Stop 660	Convenience Store	99800 Interstate 25
SAFEWAY 3727	Supermarket	222 W 7th St
TA Express Walsenburg 649	Convenience Store	455 US 85

Treatment Centers in Walsenburg

1 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Crossroads Turning Points Inc	Substance Abuse	719-738-2076

Churches & Religious Organizations in Walsenburg

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
ETERNAL PERSPECTIVE MINISTRIES	PO BOX 911
HOLY CROSS LUTHERAN CHURCH	PO BOX 761
LIGHTHOUSE WORSHIP CENTER	PO BOX 1037
NEW HOPE MINISTRIES OF WALSENBURG	108 KANSAS AVE

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Frequently Asked Questions About Walsenburg

What is the population of Walsenburg?

Walsenburg has a population of 3,079 residents and is located in Colorado. The population density is 1,030 people per square mile, spread across 3.0 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 43.1% female and 56.9% male.

Is Walsenburg expensive to live in?

Walsenburg 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 $40,799, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $148,600 (47% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $723 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Walsenburg safe?

The violent crime rate in Walsenburg is 517 per 100,000 residents, above the national average of 380. Prospective residents should research specific neighborhoods, as crime rates can vary significantly within the city. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,379 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Walsenburg receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Walsenburg?

Walsenburg 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 73°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.3 inches, with 91.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Walsenburg?

The unemployment rate in Walsenburg is 6.6%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $853. There are 208 business establishments in the area, including 25 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 14 minutes, and 23.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Walsenburg?

The median home value in Walsenburg is $148,600. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $185,964. For renters, the median monthly rent is $723. Fair market rent is $1,161 for a 1-bedroom and $1,429 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 56.9%. The average annual property tax is $2,536.

How are the schools in Walsenburg?

Schools in Walsenburg score 5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 16.1% of adults in Walsenburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.5% have completed high school. 4.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Walsenburg?

The obesity rate in Walsenburg is 30.5% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 16.3% of adults are smokers. 27.3% are physically inactive. 22.9% of residents report depression. 21.9% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 45.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,384.

What is transportation like in Walsenburg?

The average commute in Walsenburg is 14 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 72.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 23.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Walsenburg?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Walsenburg is 83.3% White, 6.2% Hispanic or Latino. 92.3% of residents speak only English at home, while 7.7% speak Spanish. 7.2% of the population are military veterans. 26.5% of residents have a disability. 93.6% have health insurance coverage.

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People 10/10

Economy 12/13

Housing 13/17

Health 25/26

Crime & Safety 12/12

Climate & Environment 16/19

Community 14/14

Cost of Services 3/3

Historical Trends 3/3

Geography 6/6

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