Livability Score

74
/100
i The AreaVibes Livability Score evaluates 9 different categories and creates an overall score out of 100. The higher the score, the better the area.

amenities A+

There are lots of amenities close to this location.
Coffee (9) A+
Squawk Cafe
Coffee Shop
Solar Roast Coffee
Coffee Shop
The Hanging Tree Cafe
Coffee Shop
Magpies
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Love Mug
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Entertainment (31) A+
All Clay
Art Gallery
El Pueblo History Museum
Museum
Pueblo Memorial Hall
Theatre Arts
Buell Children's Museum
Museum
John-Deaux Galleries
Art Gallery
Steel City Theatre Company
Theatre Arts
Pueblo Heritage Museum
Museum
Train Museum
Museum
Blo Back Gallery
Art Gallery
Rosemount Museum
Museum
Pueblo Art Guild Gallery
Art Gallery
Hose Co. No. 3 Fire Museum
Museum
Dutch Clark Stadium
Stadium
Amphitheater
Theatre Arts
Steelworks Center of the West
Museum
Roller Coaster
Attraction
The Rides at City Park
Theme Park
Amphitheater
Theatre Arts
Pueblo Zoo
Zoo
Cinemark
Cinema
Mesa Drive-In
Cinema
Food and Drink (80) A+
Downtown Bar
Bar
Pirate's Cove Lounge
Bar
Shamrock Brewing Co
Bar
Daylight Donuts
Fast Food
Wine Down By The River
Bar
The Clink
Bar
Smoothies and More
Fast Food
Brues Alehouse Brewing Co
Bar
McDonald's
Fast Food
Carl's Jr.
Fast Food
Taco Bell
Fast Food
Candy Avenue
Sweets
Wallter Brewing Co
Bar
Sonic
Fast Food
Taffy's
Sweets
Pixie Inn
Bar
Wendy's
Fast Food
McDonald's
Fast Food
Sonora's Meat Market and Restaurant
Fast Food
Domino's
Fast Food
Pretzelmaker
Fast Food
Menchie's
Sweets
Villa Fresh Italian Kitchen
Fast Food
Subway
Fast Food
Nori Japan Pueblo
Fast Food
Fitness (8) A+
Body Shop
Gym
Senior Resource Development Agency Pueblo Inc
Community Centre
Olde Towne Carriage House
Community Centre
Farah Fitness
Gym
REPS Fitness Club
Gym
Waterfront on the Riverwalk
Community Centre
Hyde Park Community Center
Community Centre
Planet Fitness
Gym
Groceries (12) B
Springside Cheese Shop
Cheese
Jake's Cakes and Baked Goods
Bakery
Bite Me Cake Company
Bakery
Save-A-Lot
Grocery Store
King Soopers
Grocery Store
Natural Grocers
Grocery Store
Safeway
Grocery Store
King Soopers
Grocery Store
Albertsons
Grocery Store
Walmart Supercenter
Grocery Store
Walmart Neighborhood Market
Grocery Store
Walmart Supercenter
Grocery Store
Parks (175) A+
East Riverwalk Park
Park
Gateway Park
Park
Centennial Stadium
Park
Delevan Park
Park
Crome Park
Park
Jackson Park
Park
El Pueblo Pride Park
Park
Mineral Palace Park
Park
Henkel Park
Park
Mineral Palace Park Playground
Playground
Runyan Field
Park
Stauter Field
Park
Bradford Park
Park
Mitchell Park
Park
Bruner Park
Park
Pete Jimenez Park
Park
Belmont Park
Park
Bessemer Park
Park
Fountain Park
Park
Columbian Park
Park
Triangle Park
Park
Portland Park
Park
Kidsville Play Area
Playground
Fairmount Park
Park
Ersilia Cruz Park
Park
Shops (144) A+
Lucero Family Barber
Hairdresser
Quality Custom Woodworking
Interior Decoration
Colorado Optical Eyewear Expressions Inc
Optician
Susies Center Stage
Beauty
Pristine Skincare Studio
Beauty
Pueblo Bearing Service
Home Improvement
Euphoria Salon Inc
Hairdresser
Alta Convenience
Convenience Store
Details
Beauty
City Center Interiors
Interior Decoration
The Skin Boutique
Beauty
Sam Nelson Furniture Company
Furniture
Page Antiques
Furniture
Ten Spot II
Fashion
Instyle Salon & Spa
Hairdresser
Swifts Stylicious Repeat Boutique
Fashion
Amethyst Dragon
Gift Shop
Deedas Corner
Furniture
Ferguson
Home Improvement
Irby Jewelers
Fashion
Union Antiques
Furniture
Cotton's Antique Emporium
Furniture
Seabel's Gourmet Shop & Boutique
Gift Shop
Lily's Children's Clothing
Clothing
Olde Time Antiques
Furniture
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commute A+

Of all people who commute, 1.0% take public transportation in Pueblo.
Public Transit Stops (51)
Stops & Stations
A+
Pueblo Transit Center
Bus Stop
N Grand Avenue & W 5th Street
Bus Stop
Pueblo Transit Center
Bus Stop
Pueblo Transit Center
Bus Stop
Court Street & W 5th Street
Bus Stop
Elizabeth - 5th County Justice Center
Bus Stop
E 4th Street & N Main Street
Bus Stop
Court Street & W 8th Street
Bus Stop
E 8th Street & N Main Street
Bus Stop
N Grand Avenue & W 10th Street
Bus Stop
E 4th Street & Bradford Street
Bus Stop
Court Street & W 12th Street (Social Services)
Bus Stop
W 13th Street & N Grand Avenue
Bus Stop
W 13th Street & N Greenwood Street
Bus Stop
W 17th Street & N Elizabeth Street
Bus Stop
W 13th Street & Blake Street
Bus Stop
W 13th Street & Blake Street
Bus Stop
E 4th Street & N Fountain Street
Bus Stop
E 8th Street & Fountain Avenue
Bus Stop
W 13th Street & Baxter Street
Bus Stop
Francisco Street & W 13th Street
Bus Stop
E 4th Street & Hudson Avenue
Bus Stop
E 8th Street & Hudson Avenue
Bus Stop
W 17th Street & Francisco Street
Bus Stop
W 17th Street & Francisco Street
Bus Stop
Workers Taking Public Transit
1.0%
F
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cost of living A+

The cost of living in Pueblo is 94/100 - which is 16% lower than Colorado.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc.
A-
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax
C-
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crime F

Pueblo crime rates are 8,010 per 100k, which is 120% higher than Colorado
Property Crime
6,390 crimes per 100k
F
Violent Crime
1,621 crimes per 100k
F
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employment F

The median income in Pueblo is $42,902 - which is 31% lower than Colorado.
Med. Household Income
$42,902
F
Unemployment Rate
4.2%
D
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health A+

There are many hospitals, police and fire stations.
Health & Safety (26)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc.
A+
Dr. Tony Roberts DDS, LLC
Dentist
Fire Station No 1
Fire Station
American Vein & Vascular Institute
Clinic
Pueblo County Sheriff's Office
Police
Pueblo County Sheriff Dispatch
Police
Pueblo Police Department
Police
Parkview Medical Center
Hospital
Colorado Mental Health Institute - Pueblo
Hospital
Walgreens
Pharmacy
Pediatrics Associates - Southern
Doctor
Saint Mary-Corwin Medical Center
Hospital
Children’s Colorado Therapy Care, Pueblo
Clinic
Fire Station No 7
Fire Station
Walgreens
Pharmacy
Walmart Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Sam's Club
Pharmacy
Fire Station No 1
Fire Station
Maple Leaf Orthopedics
Clinic
Kaiser Permanente Pueblo North Medical Offices
Clinic
Park West Medical Complex
Clinic
Air Quality
Median Air Quality
A+
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housing A+

Pueblo home prices are $149,600 - which is 43% lower than Colorado
Home Price
$149,600
D+
Home Appreciation Rate
22%
A+
Home Affordability
3.5x (home price to income ratio)
B-
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schools D-

The Pueblo graduation rate is 80% - which is 9% lower than Colorado
School Test Scores
28%
F
High School Grad. Rates
80%
D+
Elementary Schools (48) F
The Connect Charter School
Aim Global
Immersion Schools Science Technology Arts
Fountain International Magnet School
The Mcclelland School
Trinity Lutheran School
Carlile Elementary School
Pueblo Youth Service Center
Heroes Middle School
Bradford Elementary School
Risley International Academy Of Innovation
Park View Elementary School
Bessemer Elementary School
Heritage Elementary School
St Therese Catholic School
Irving Elementary School
Heroes Academy Prek-5
Benjamin Franklin Elementary School
Columbian Elementary School
Haaff Elementary School
Chavez/Huerta K-12 Preparatory Academy
Belmont Elementary School
Morton Elementary School
Minnequa Elementary School
Corwin International Magnet School
High Schools (15) A+
Aim Global
Immersion Schools Science Technology Arts
Goal Academy
Pueblo Youth Service Center
Central High School
St Therese Catholic School
Chavez/Huerta K-12 Preparatory Academy
East High School
Centennial High School
Paragon Learning Center
South High School
Parkhill Christian Academy
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ratings F

Pueblo has an overall rating of 37% from 43 reviews.
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User Surveys (39)
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Parking Ticket that you can't pay 0.5 rating By Sad Day in Pueblo ( Aug 17, 2017) I received a parking ticket in downtown Pueblo (my fault) I went to pay itand I can't because it's the same day as the ticket. I have the ticket in myhand, but because it's not in the system I have to make another trip tothe Municipal Courthouse to pay it. I swear this town doe ...Read More s not like peopleliving in it.What are our towns coming to? Read Less
Pueblo Colorado Review 0.5 rating By SEAL22 ( Sep 18, 2016) I have lived in Pueblo Colorado most of my life and will never look back at this place again, People in this area are so rude no matter what you do or say people are not satisfied with anything around here. All people really do in Pueblo Colorado is fight with each other just to ...Read More get their way. Nice way of showing how people really care HUH Pueblo CO. Fight to the death and don't help a f-ing thing. Read Less
18 hours in Pueblo 1 rating By Baldy101 ( Aug 02, 2016) My Wife and I went to Pueblo last Saturday to check out possible property to buy. Every review online was fantastic for what we had been looking for. Our intentions? To bring a business plan and employ locals. We arived in Pueblo at 6pm, ate at red lobster, checked into our room ...Read More at Holliday inn, and headed out to drive by some of the properties we had in mind. We went to all sides of the city to find that the reviews about the people, neighborhoods, crime rate, housing, and so forth were not true. Our waitress at red lobster nearly laughed when we told her what we were doing in Pueblo. She said the day she graduates she is gone and will never come back. Later on, the $70.00 meal had me sick to my stomach as the service and food rated a 1 1-10 scale. After driving through some of the areas in the city I felt it better to send donations to the people of Pueblo instead of the starving kids of Africa. Poverty much? Graffiti in 70% or more of the city, obviouse gang problem, police cars falling apart and rare to even see. As the people stare at us driving in the neighborhoods, it was uncomfortable even with my side arm I didn't feel safe and I know now I wasn't.Since dinner made me sick I called it a night at about 9:00. Went back to the room to find that the house keeping was no good. Dirty head board with things I won't mention, hair on the bed, bathtub, sink, and thick dust everywhere. The air conditioning didn't work, and many of the lights in the parking area had been broken. 7:30 in the morning loading up to give Pueblo one last chance and someone had busted out the back window of my truck to steal a backpack and gps. The Gps was about $60.00 value as it was used. The backpack had over 1500 rounds of ammunition, EMT jump gear, about $1500.00 and useless to someone that isn't trained. The thief that broke my window costed Pueblo 25+ jobs @ $15 to $25 an hour to steal something they don't have a clue of how to use besides the ammo. Greatful my firearms were not in there, the police informed me that it was a regular situation at the hotel we stayed at. 2 to 4 times a week.When I told the officer why we had come to Pueblo he laughed and said the town was not worth the time. Why get a job when you can sell drugs and steal what you want, he said. He explained that most of the long time locals didn't have means to leave or they would. When I asked about better locations to buy a home in Pueblo it was a none. He replied that even the people in good neighborhoods did not feel safe because the people from the east side go to them. My views to be fair about Pueblo- Beutiful views with the old mills and water ways. Great car culture from street racers, 4x4, dune buggys, low riders, street bikes, and so on. The art work was awesome even though most of it was on someone's business unwarranted. That is all.Bad views- Poor economy, no work ethic, no police budget ( i.e. paint pealing off patrol cars, belts squeaking, ext). This means gang problems, poor education, drug abuse potential, and more crime in the future. Police are understaffed, under paid, ill equipped, and in danger. I would pray if your spouse is involved in law enforcement in Pueblo. In short, I will not be bringing money to Pueblo this year and will not consider it again for many years as your city is killing itself from the inside out. TO ANYONE VISITING: Don't.... As a local on another site said. "Stay away if you don't like it". That is exactly what i suggest to anyone that values there life, health, family, and/or belongings. This will make things much worse for them but it sounds good to me. This way they can steal from each other, kill one another, destroy each others property, and when it's all gone it won't be yours or my loss. Good luck Pueblo people who are not the problem but the victims. Read Less
Pueblo, CO - Home Of The Slopper! 4.5 rating By Anonymous ( Jun 23, 2010) I have lived in the city of Pueblo most of my life. I was born here and love it. The people care about each other and it doesn't really matter if they are strangers. We are a city that never outgrew the small town attitude. We always try to help anyone in need and we are very fam ...Read More ily focused. Close to the town of Pueblo you will find fun attractions like Lake Pueblo, Beulah Park about 20 minutes away The Riverwalk, and the Sange de Cristo Art Center and Museum, and The Professional Bull Riders, Inc. (PBR) Headquarters are located here as well.

The three things Pueblo is famous for are:

1. This is where the Consumer Guide is written.

2. We are the hometown of so many Medal of Honor recipients that President Dwight Eisenhower when placing the Medal of Honor around Raymond "Jerry" Murphy's neck asked: "What is it in the water out there in Pueblo, all you guys turn out to be heroes?"

3. This is my personal favorite. The city of Pueblo is the home of The Slopper. This is basically a hamburger smothered with the best green chile in the country. It can be found in many Pueblo restaurants and is a local favorite. Eating a Slopper is not easy, but is worth the effort. Best served with a Schooner! Read Less
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18 hours in Pueblo 1 rating By Baldy101 ( Aug 02, 2016) My Wife and I went to Pueblo last Saturday to check out possible property to buy. Every review online was fantastic for what we had been looking for. Our intentions? To bring a business plan and employ locals. We arived in Pueblo at 6pm, ate at red lobster, checked into our room ...Read More at Holliday inn, and headed out to drive by some of the properties we had in mind. We went to all sides of the city to find that the reviews about the people, neighborhoods, crime rate, housing, and so forth were not true. Our waitress at red lobster nearly laughed when we told her what we were doing in Pueblo. She said the day she graduates she is gone and will never come back. Later on, the $70.00 meal had me sick to my stomach as the service and food rated a 1 1-10 scale. After driving through some of the areas in the city I felt it better to send donations to the people of Pueblo instead of the starving kids of Africa. Poverty much? Graffiti in 70% or more of the city, obviouse gang problem, police cars falling apart and rare to even see. As the people stare at us driving in the neighborhoods, it was uncomfortable even with my side arm I didn't feel safe and I know now I wasn't.Since dinner made me sick I called it a night at about 9:00. Went back to the room to find that the house keeping was no good. Dirty head board with things I won't mention, hair on the bed, bathtub, sink, and thick dust everywhere. The air conditioning didn't work, and many of the lights in the parking area had been broken. 7:30 in the morning loading up to give Pueblo one last chance and someone had busted out the back window of my truck to steal a backpack and gps. The Gps was about $60.00 value as it was used. The backpack had over 1500 rounds of ammunition, EMT jump gear, about $1500.00 and useless to someone that isn't trained. The thief that broke my window costed Pueblo 25+ jobs @ $15 to $25 an hour to steal something they don't have a clue of how to use besides the ammo. Greatful my firearms were not in there, the police informed me that it was a regular situation at the hotel we stayed at. 2 to 4 times a week.When I told the officer why we had come to Pueblo he laughed and said the town was not worth the time. Why get a job when you can sell drugs and steal what you want, he said. He explained that most of the long time locals didn't have means to leave or they would. When I asked about better locations to buy a home in Pueblo it was a none. He replied that even the people in good neighborhoods did not feel safe because the people from the east side go to them. My views to be fair about Pueblo- Beutiful views with the old mills and water ways. Great car culture from street racers, 4x4, dune buggys, low riders, street bikes, and so on. The art work was awesome even though most of it was on someone's business unwarranted. That is all.Bad views- Poor economy, no work ethic, no police budget ( i.e. paint pealing off patrol cars, belts squeaking, ext). This means gang problems, poor education, drug abuse potential, and more crime in the future. Police are understaffed, under paid, ill equipped, and in danger. I would pray if your spouse is involved in law enforcement in Pueblo. In short, I will not be bringing money to Pueblo this year and will not consider it again for many years as your city is killing itself from the inside out. TO ANYONE VISITING: Don't.... As a local on another site said. "Stay away if you don't like it". That is exactly what i suggest to anyone that values there life, health, family, and/or belongings. This will make things much worse for them but it sounds good to me. This way they can steal from each other, kill one another, destroy each others property, and when it's all gone it won't be yours or my loss. Good luck Pueblo people who are not the problem but the victims. Read Less
Pueblo, CO - Home Of The Slopper! 4.5 rating By Anonymous ( Jun 23, 2010) I have lived in the city of Pueblo most of my life. I was born here and love it. The people care about each other and it doesn't really matter if they are strangers. We are a city that never outgrew the small town attitude. We always try to help anyone in need and we are very fam ...Read More ily focused. Close to the town of Pueblo you will find fun attractions like Lake Pueblo, Beulah Park about 20 minutes away The Riverwalk, and the Sange de Cristo Art Center and Museum, and The Professional Bull Riders, Inc. (PBR) Headquarters are located here as well.

The three things Pueblo is famous for are:

1. This is where the Consumer Guide is written.

2. We are the hometown of so many Medal of Honor recipients that President Dwight Eisenhower when placing the Medal of Honor around Raymond "Jerry" Murphy's neck asked: "What is it in the water out there in Pueblo, all you guys turn out to be heroes?"

3. This is my personal favorite. The city of Pueblo is the home of The Slopper. This is basically a hamburger smothered with the best green chile in the country. It can be found in many Pueblo restaurants and is a local favorite. Eating a Slopper is not easy, but is worth the effort. Best served with a Schooner! Read Less

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      Pueblo, CO

      Pueblo is a beautiful southern Colorado city with a colorful history. It is one of the largest steel-producing cities in the United States and is known as the Steel City. This city of just over 100,000 is rich in culture and history. Situated near the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, Pueblo is home to one of the campuses of Colorado State University, which covers 275 acres along the Arkansas River near the Greenhorn Mountains. This region of Colorado is located about 100 miles south of Denver and Colorado Springs is about 40 miles away. With its low cost of living, Pueblo is one of the most affordable cities in Colorado.

      The weather in Pueblo is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy mountain biking. Fly-fishing, kayaking, hiking, and golfing are popular here most of the year. Two well-known ski resorts are located just a few hours away. Monarch and Breckenridge appeal to skiers and snowboarders. These resorts are extremely busy during the winter months. Lake Pueblo State Park draws visitors from all over Colorado and nearby states. It is popular for boating, fishing, and camping. Locals enjoy the City Park Zoo that features more than 400 animals including lions.

      Those who prefer more cultural venues will enjoy the Sangre de Cristo Ballet and the Pueblo Symphony. Residents and visitors alike flock to annual events including the Steel City Brew Festival, the Boats, Bands & BBQ Festival, the State Fair & Rodeo, and the ever-popular Chile and Frijoles Festival, which is held every fall. Locally grown Pueblo chilies are well-known worldwide and are the featured attraction at the festival. The local restaurants use these delightful peppers in their menu items.

      The housing market in Pueblo offers great values to anyone considering relocating to Colorado. Buying a new home in this city is a good investment due to the appreciation rates. The suburban atmosphere found in Pueblo gives residents a sense of belonging. Residents enjoy the friendly, small-town hospitality. It is easy for prospective homeowners to find their dream home here. Established homes and those found in new construction areas offer a wide selection from which to choose the perfect one. This mid-sized city is a great place to live and raise a family. Most neighborhoods are located in close proximity to coffee shops, libraries, restaurants, and grocery stores. Pueblo is the ninth largest city in Colorado, which is known as the happiest state in the United States. Only Hawaii ranks higher on the happiness scale. According to AARP, Pueblo is one of the most affordable places for retirees. Coupled with the low cost of living, the least expensive real estate in Colorado, affordable quality health care, and the unequaled scenery make Pueblo a good choice for prospective residents.

      A+ Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Pueblo? Yes, there are lots of amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      East Riverwalk Park
      Gateway Park
      Centennial Stadium
      Delevan Park
      Crome Park
      Jackson Park
      El Pueblo Pride Park
      Mineral Palace Park

      Entertainment

      All Clay
      El Pueblo History Museum
      Pueblo Memorial Hall
      Buell Children's Museum
      John-Deaux Galleries
      Steel City Theatre Company
      Pueblo Heritage Museum
      Train Museum

      Food & Drink

      Downtown Bar
      Pirate's Cove Lounge
      Shamrock Brewing Co
      Daylight Donuts
      Wine Down By The River
      The Clink
      Smoothies and More
      Brues Alehouse Brewing Co

      A Commute

      Is public transit available in Pueblo? Of all people who commute, 1.0% take public transportation in Pueblo.
      Drive to Work
      81%

      4% higher than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      1%

      4% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      2%

      1% lower than the US average

      B- Health & Safety

      Is Pueblo a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are some hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      Colorado Mental Health Institute - Pueblo
      Saint Mary-Corwin Medical Center
      Parkview Medical Center

      Pharmacies

      Walmart Pharmacy
      Sam's Club
      Walgreens
      Walgreens

      Doctors

      Pediatrics Associates - Southern