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Hotchkiss, CO


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Hotchkiss, Colorado

Hotchkiss, Colorado, in Delta county, is 154 miles SW of Lakewood, Colorado (center to center) and 156 miles W of Colorado Springs, Colorado. The town is home to some 968 residents.

The People and Families of Hotchkiss

In Hotchkiss, about 59% of adults are married. People in Hotchkiss have space to make their own lives; many people there enjoy living in their own houses or apartments.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Hotchkiss had a median family income of $31,989.

Political Inclinations

John Kerry was the top money-getter ($1,000) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Hotchkiss. The Democratic party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the town.

Hotchkiss Housing

According to the 2000 census, 73% of the housing in Hotchkiss was owner-occupied.

Commuting

In Hotchkiss, 89% of commuters drive to work. People in the town expect to drive a lot. The town does not have a lot of public transportation.

Comparative Profile of Hotchkiss, CO

Comparing Hotchkiss 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
Female Share of the Population810
Racial Diversity75
Children Under 5 Years Old76
Age of the Population68
Senior Citizens68
Well-Paid Single Women65
Well-Paid Single Men43
Male Share of the Population31

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married55
Average Household Size34

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults42
People Above Poverty43
People in Middle Class or Better32
Median Family Income22

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Working at Home75
Short Commute Times65
Walking and Biking to Work21
Public Transportation Use21

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Living Alone99
Housing Recently Built75
Affordability of Property Taxes78
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals75
Affordability of Rents58
Seasonal and Vacation Housing45
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