Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 54.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.04 |
| Below Poverty | 5.3% ▼ 47% below avg |
| College Grads | 66.1% ▲ 71% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.7% ▼ 25% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 22 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 459 (12.7%) |
| Some College | 233 (6.5%) |
| Associates | 512 (14.2%) |
| Bachelors | 322 (8.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,064 (57.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $86,212 ▲ 13% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $711,934 ▲ 155% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 8.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,323/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 3,011 |
| Vacant Units | 847 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Ouray County is located in Colorado and encompasses 2 ZIP codes spanning 2 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 4,401 residents. With a median age of 54.9, it is a mature county.
Ouray County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $86,212 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 5.3% is well below the national average.
Housing in Ouray County is a premium housing market, with a median home value of $711,934 — more than double the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,322. Homeownership rates are high at 76.6%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Ouray County are primarily White (88.32%). Educational attainment is highly educated — 66.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, significantly above the national average.
Ouray County, CO is a middle-income area in Colorado. The 2 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.