Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 1.89 |
| Below Poverty | 13.0% ▲ 30% above avg |
| College Grads | 40.6% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 4.7% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 342 (1.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,990 (28.4%) |
| Some College | 1,946 (11.1%) |
| Associates | 2,965 (16.9%) |
| Bachelors | 1,790 (10.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,524 (31.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $61,946 ▼ 19% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $306,043 ▲ 10% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $989/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 12,475 |
| Vacant Units | 1,547 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Montezuma County is located in Colorado and encompasses 8 ZIP codes spanning 8 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 26,229 residents. With a median age of 44.46, it is a middle-aged county.
Montezuma County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $61,945 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 13.0% is above the national average.
Housing in Montezuma County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $306,043 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $988. Homeownership rates are high at 74.1%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Montezuma County are primarily White (71.34%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 40.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Montezuma County, CO is a solidly middle-class area in Colorado. The 8 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 81321 | Cortez | 14,278 | $59,737 | $259,500 | $1,010 | 4.8% | 35.1% |
| 81323 | Dolores | 5,193 | $69,864 | $338,900 | $1,041 | 1.0% | 48.1% |
| 81327 | Lewis | 527 | $91,000 | $366,100 | — | 9.2% | 48.8% |
| 81328 | Mancos | 4,159 | $64,986 | $409,700 | $1,068 | 7.0% | 56.9% |
| 81331 | Pleasant View | 423 | $81,000 | $346,800 | — | 0.0% | 60.7% |
| 81334 | Towaoc | 1,411 | $26,513 | — | $349 | 10.9% | 17.3% |
| 81335 | Yellow Jacket | 106 | $103,476 | $437,500 | — | 0.0% | 10.6% |