Telluride 69 Good
Telluride Livability #101 ranked city in Colorado#7,566 ranked city in the USARanks better than 74% of areas

Pros and Cons of Living in Telluride

PROS
  • Crime

    This area boasts a crime rate that is far below the national average, making it a very safe place to live. These crime statistics encompass both property and violent offenses.

  • Employment

    With higher than average median household income, income per capita and lower unemployment rates, this area scores extremely well in the employment category.

  • Health & Safety

    Accessible health facilities like hospitals, doctors offices, clinics and nursing homes as well as good air quality are all factors that have led to a high score in this category.

  • Schools

    The high score in the schools category can be attributed to outstanding test scores, elevated graduation rates and the convenient placement of elementary and high schools in this area.

  • Ratings

    According to recent surveys and polls, locals had excellent ratings for walkability to nearby amenities, safety, access to public transit and the overall sense of community in the area.

CONS
  • Amenities

    The majority of amenities will be difficult to reach within a short walk, often requiring residents to use a vehicle or public transportation for access.

  • Commute

    Low commute scores could be due to limited access to public transit in this area, as well as longer-than-average work commute times for residents.

  • Cost Of Living

    This area is known for its high cost of living, which means you should anticipate higher costs for everyday goods and services, housing, groceries, and health care.

  • Housing

    High-priced homes, limited home affordability and an unstable real estate market featuring below-average home prices might contribute to this area's low housing score.

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      Telluride transportation information

      Statistic Telluride Colorado National
      Average one way commute10min25min26min
      Workers who drive to work25.7%75.2%76.4%
      Workers who carpool2.9%9.3%9.3%
      Workers who take public transit4.2%3.1%5.1%
      Workers who bicycle4.3%1.3%0.6%
      Workers who walk38.6%3.0%2.8%
      Working from home20.3%7.0%4.6%
      Source: The Telluride, CO data and statistics displayed above are derived from the United States Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).