RioGrande
6.0
High score (8-10)
The Monte Vista Crane Festival in March is a legitimate spectacle — 20,000+ sandhill cranes stage in the San Luis Valley on their northern migration and it's one of the genuine wildlife events in the country. That's the one moment when the county has outside visitors with disposable time.
Mid score (6-8)
Monte Vista and Del Norte are San Luis Valley farming towns of around 4,000 and 2,000 people respectively. The agricultural economy runs on potato, barley, and lettuce farming at altitude. Population is predominantly Hispanic with some generational Anglo ranching families.
Lower score (below 6) · Your profile
Rural San Luis Valley farming community with no social infrastructure for outsiders. The county's economy and social structure orient entirely around agricultural families who've been here for generations. An outsider has no entry point.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the median income in RioGrande, Colorado?
$102k median
What's the typical marriage age for women in RioGrande, Colorado?
Women marry at 30
How common is a college degree in RioGrande, Colorado?
43% men have degree
What's the average male height in RioGrande, Colorado?
178 cm local avg
What's the average BMI for women in RioGrande, Colorado?
Local women avg 30.1