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Frisco, CO


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Frisco, Colorado

Frisco, Colorado, in Summit county, is 53 miles SW of Boulder, Colorado (center to center) and 60 miles W of Denver, Colorado. The town is home to some 2,443 residents.

The People and Families of Frisco

In Frisco, about 43% of adults are married. Frisco somehow seems full of possibilities, with its large single population.

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

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Frisco had a median family income of $70,556. More so than most places, the people in Frisco generally have good jobs with good salaries. The large segment of the population in the town with spending money keeps the town vital. Impressively, having a college education is normal in Frisco. Home-based work is more common in the town than in most places. It's worth saying that successful single folks are not uncommon in Frisco.

Political Inclinations

John Kerry was the top money-getter ($4,000) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Frisco. The Republican party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the town.

Frisco Housing

According to the 2000 census, 55% of the housing in Frisco was owner-occupied. The town presents in interesting mix of housing units, including some used primarily seasonally or for vacations. On average, homes in Frisco have gone up relatively recently. If you want a nice house, or any home in a nice town, you usually need to pay higher property taxes. It's no different here.

Commuting

In Frisco, 78% of commuters drive to work. Unlike a lot of places, in Frisco it is actually possible for many people to ride their bikes to work, or even walk. If you like the choice of taking public transportation instead of driving, take a look at the town. The relatively short commuting times in Frisco let you stay at the office later before starting your drive home (if that appeals to you).

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. Peers)
Top 1%trophyFrisco Well-Paid Single Men
College Educated Adults
(vs. Peers)
Top 2%trophyFrisco College Educated Adults
Public Transportation Use
(vs. Peers)
Top 5%trophyFrisco Public Transportation Use
Median Family Income
(vs. Peers)
Top 6%Frisco Median Family Income
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. Peers)
Top 7%Frisco Walking and Biking to Work
Short Commute Times
(vs. Peers)
Top 8%Frisco Short Commute Times
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. Peers)
Top 8%Frisco Well-Paid Single Women
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. Peers)
Top 13%Frisco People in Middle Class or Better

Comparative Profile of Frisco, CO

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

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Male Share of the Population1010
Well-Paid Single Men1010
Well-Paid Single Women109
Racial Diversity74
Age of the Population25
Children Under 5 Years Old11
Senior Citizens12
Female Share of the Population11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size33
Portion of People Married22

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults1010
Median Family Income1010
People in Middle Class or Better99
People Above Poverty88

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Working at Home109
Public Transportation Use109
Walking and Biking to Work108
Short Commute Times108

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Seasonal and Vacation Housing1010
Housing Recently Built1010
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals75
People Living Alone55
Affordability of Property Taxes32
Affordability of Rents11

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime46
Low Property Crime23

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