Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.24 |
| Below Poverty | 15.0% ▲ 50% above avg |
| College Grads | 43.1% ▲ 11% above avg |
| Unemployment | 7.2% ▲ 47% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 77 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,850 (24.7%) |
| Some College | 1,000 (13.3%) |
| Associates | 1,327 (17.7%) |
| Bachelors | 694 (9.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,551 (34%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $62,195 ▼ 18% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $231,466 ▼ 17% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $828/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 6,673 |
| Vacant Units | 1,734 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Rio Grande County is located in Colorado and encompasses 4 ZIP codes spanning 4 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 11,245 residents. With a median age of 44, it is a middle-aged county.
Rio Grande County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $62,194 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 7.2%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 15.0% is above the national average.
Housing in Rio Grande County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $231,466 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $828. Homeownership rates are high at 71.3%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Rio Grande County are majority White (57.07%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 43.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Rio Grande County, CO is a solidly middle-class area in Colorado. The 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 81132 | Del Norte | 3,309 | $58,889 | $192,100 | $947 | 4.6% | 41.2% |
| 81144 | Monte Vista | 6,677 | $61,554 | $217,500 | $752 | 9.2% | 42.1% |
| 81154 | South Fork | 1,259 | $74,283 | $409,000 | $919 | 3.6% | 53.5% |