Cripple Creek, CO

Cripple Creek, Colorado

Cripple Creek, Colorado, in Teller county, is 20 miles W of Colorado Springs, Colorado. The city is home to some 1,115 residents.

The People and Families of Cripple Creek

In Cripple Creek, about 51% of adults are married. Cripple Creek somehow seems full of possibilities, with its large single population.

The people of the city are more likely male than female.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Cripple Creek had a median family income of $41,685.

Political Inclinations

The Democratic party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in Cripple Creek.

Cripple Creek Housing

According to the 2000 census, 56% of the housing in Cripple Creek was owner-occupied. The city presents in interesting mix of housing units, including some used primarily seasonally or for vacations. You may be likely to find historic buildings in the city as the average housing age is high. Can't find a roommate? That's OK in the city, where renting little apartments isn't uncommon. In Cripple Creek you can own a home without paying sky-high real estate taxes.

Commuting

In Cripple Creek, 65% of commuters drive to work. If you like the choice of taking public transportation instead of driving, take a look at the city. The relatively short commuting times in Cripple Creek let you stay at the office later before starting your drive home (if that appeals to you).

High Points

Cripple Creek strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Colorado):

Category	Trophy
Short Commute Times (vs. Peers)	Top 1%
Public Transportation Use (vs. Peers)	Top 5%
Affordability of Property Taxes (vs. State)	Top 5%
Well-Paid Single Men (vs. Peers)	Top 12%
Well-Paid Single Women (vs. Peers)	Top 15%

Comparative Profile of Cripple Creek, CO

Comparing Cripple Creek to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Colorado (State):

Ratings range from (lowest) to (highest).

The People

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Male Share of the Population
Well-Paid Single Men
Well-Paid Single Women
Racial Diversity
Age of the Population
Children Under 5 Years Old
Female Share of the Population
Senior Citizens

Families

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Average Household Size
Portion of People Married

Wealth

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
People Above Poverty
People in Middle Class or Better
College Educated Adults
Median Family Income

Commute & Sprawl

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Short Commute Times
Public Transportation Use
Working at Home
Walking and Biking to Work

Housing

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Seasonal and Vacation Housing
Affordability of Property Taxes
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals
People Living Alone
Affordability of Rents
Housing Recently Built

Crime

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Low Property Crime
Low Violent Crime

Cripple Creek Almanac

Cripple Creek Climate

Nearest Weather Stations

• Temp ranges are avg daily min and max for the month
• Precipitation is rainfall (and rainfall equiv of snowfall)

Cripple Creek Population (2000)

(From 2000 Census, as reported by individuals)

Nearby Cities and Towns

Cripple Creek Public Libraries

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Cripple Creek High Schools (2004)

CRIPPLE CREEK-VICTOR JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
410 NORTH B STREET
719-689-2661
Serves 275 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 15.8

Cripple Creek Colleges

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