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Rifle, CO


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Rifle, Colorado

Rifle, Colorado, in Garfield county, is 137 miles W of Boulder, Colorado (center to center) and 149 miles W of Denver, Colorado. The city is home to some 6,784 residents.

The People and Families of Rifle

In Rifle, about 58% of adults are married. Got kids? Want 'em? You might feel you need them to fit in properly in this city.

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

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Rifle had a median family income of $48,714.

Political Inclinations

George W. Bush was the top money-getter ($3,000) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Rifle. The Republican party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the city.

Rifle Housing

According to the 2000 census, 60% of the housing in Rifle was owner-occupied. On average, homes in the city have gone up relatively recently.

Commuting

In Rifle, 92% of commuters drive to work. People in Rifle expect to drive a lot. The city does not have a lot of public transportation.

Comparative Profile of Rifle, CO

Comparing Rifle 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
Children Under 5 Years Old1010
Male Share of the Population108
Well-Paid Single Men77
Racial Diversity55
Well-Paid Single Women46
Senior Citizens25
Age of the Population22
Female Share of the Population13

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size78
Portion of People Married77

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Above Poverty78
People in Middle Class or Better68
Median Family Income67
College Educated Adults33

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Working at Home63
Short Commute Times32
Walking and Biking to Work11
Public Transportation Use11

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Housing Recently Built97
Affordability of Property Taxes85
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals67
People Living Alone55
Affordability of Rents55
Seasonal and Vacation Housing22

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