Local Economy Sufficient to Support Survivalist Influx
While predominantly rural, the population centers (and surrounding
areas) have developed to the point where retail and service industries
are no longer keeping up with the needs of the communities. There is a
HUGE potential for those in a position to start their own enterprises
providing these needs. Most folks are forced to commute to Denver (east)
or to Glenwood Springs (west) for those things they cannot get here -
very inconvenient, especially with rising fuel costs. Opportunity exists
for everything from small, Mom & Pop service/retail businesses to
full-size wholesale/retail businesses.
Another excellent opportunity exists due to the Pine Beetle infestation.
Large sections of lodgepole pine forest have been decimated by the
little buggers. These trees will need to be removed, harvested and
disposed of. I know of one individual up here who is converting them
into pre-cut storage cabins. There is an opportunity for much more:
pelleting for fuel, regular cuts of firewood, "designer" lumber,
biofuels, mulch, and simple tree removal services.
Cost of Living Index (avg., both Counties):
163.93 [100.0 being the average for USA]
Yes, it's a bit tough. I believe alot of it has to do with the real
estate market, the fact that it is a tourist destination, wealthy second
homeowners, and a government that seems to cater more to the ski/tourist
industry than to their own constituencies. With an active
SC² community, I believe alot of this can be fixed. We
should be marginally higher than average
due to our location - but not by 64 points!
A good indicator of the number of 2nd homeowners is the occupancy rate
in each city/county. Much of the "unoccupied" space caters to the
tourist industry, renting out space during the various tourist seasons.
The effect of this and the multi-million dollar mansions of
second-homeowners is to inflate the market for those of us who live
here.
62.39% of
houses and apartments in Summit County, CO, are unoccupied (vacancy
rate).
53.84% of
houses and apartments in Grand County, CO, are unoccupied (vacancy
rate).
Example of Living Costs - 20 September 2008
Rentals:
Breckenridge 3BD/2.5BA home Furnished,
ski in/out neigh 6 mo-$3600/mo, 1 yr -$2800/mo
Breckenridge 3BD-2BA + Loft Townhome,
Furnished, Complete remodel, views! Year lease, NS-NP, In town.
References a must, $2500 a mo.
Dillon CONDO 2BD-2BA King-SS, all
amenities: WiFi & W/D $2600/month. 5+ MO lease.
Dillon Condo/Duplex/Townhouse 3BD/2BA
Updated/ FP, 1 year lease, $2000 / mo.
Dillon Apartment 2BD/2BA apt. Bright &
sunny, Yr lease. Pets OK. $1700/mo includes utils.
Fraser Single Family Home Built 2007, 3BD/2BA
2-car garage, downtown WD, NS $1850/mo.
Fraser Apartment 3BD/2.5BA. Unfurn.
Fireplace, W/D hookup, NSNP. $1,500/mo incl util.
Frisco 2BD/2BA + DEN Condo New high-end
construction, Panoramic Views, Top floor at the Mt. Victoria Lodge,
Elevator, 2 heated parking spaces. $2,500/ mo includes utilities.
Frisco 3BD/1.5BA+ den, single family home
2 car garage, FP, W/D, NS NP, wonderful location/ yard, Avail 10/1
$2300/ + utils yr lease
Frisco Apartment 2BD1BA fully furnished
apt, turn-key, near Main St, W/D on site, NSNP, 6-mo lease, avail Nov 1,
$1750/mo, includes all utilities
Granby Silvercreek Condo 3rd floor, 2BD, loft, 2
full BA, furn. Cable, FP, all utils. included, long term lease
OK. Responsible, $1500/ mo.
Granby Single Family Home 4BD/2BA, 2500
sq ft, 2 car heated garage, $1995/mo, incl propane, 1 yr lease
Grand Lake Single Family Home 2BD/2BA
newly remodeled, furn/unfurn, W/D, FP, Garage, walk to town, $800/mo, 1
yr lease.
Keystone Condo/Duplex/Townhouse 1BD, 1BA
furnished, garage, large deck, pool, hot tub, NS, NP, $1200/mo.
Kremmling Single Family Home 2+BD/3BA,
luxury 3000 sf. home, furnished, hot tub, views, 5.5 acres. $1750/mo.
NS/NP.
Kremmling Historic log house, 3.5BD/2BA,
$900/mo, 1st/last/dep, 14 mi NW of Kremmling, Hwy 134.
Silverthorne Single Family Home - 4BD/3BA
Great Willowbrook Home, unfurnished. Granite/SS, hot tub, fp, fenced, 2
car, near bus stop & school. $2500+
Silverthorne Apartment 1BD, Wildernest.
Views. Granite, Hardwood, Garage, W/D, NP, NS. Pool, Hot Tubs. $1200/mo
- yr or $1350/mo - 6 mos.
Silverthorne Condo/Duplex/Townhouse Large 1
bedroom, 1 bath with W/D hookups available Nov. 1st for 1 year
lease. $975/mo. plus phone/cable. NP. NS.
Tabernash Single Family Home New, 3BD/2.5 BA,
2 stall garage, NS, pets nego, Great location, family neighborhood,
$2000/mo, Unfinished Walk out basement, 1800 sq ft , Option: Lease to
own
Winter Park Luxury Townhome 3 level-2000 sq ft-
unfurnished / 3 bd & loft + 2 1/2 bath w/ 2 car attached garage &
storage. Walking distance to downtown W/P & on the ski bus route. No
smoking or pets.
Commercial/Retail Space
Breckenridge Finished Office Space w/half bath,
reception area, two offices, storage/utility/sink room, ample parking,
700 sq.ft. $1000/mo.
Frisco 1400 sq.ft. Shop space: $1200/mo
Frisco Office Space - between Walmart &
Safeway. Completely finished w/conference room, 2 private offices,
reception area, copy center, kitchen & restroom. All or part -
$22/sq.ft.
Gas Prices
Summit County: $3.69 - $4.09/gal. Regular
grade gasoline
Grand County: $3.69 - $3.89/gal. Regular
grade gasoline
Grocery Prices (non-sale) Dillon, CO.
Milk - $2.59 1/2 gallon, whole or 2%,
City Market brand
Soy Milk - $2.19 (32oz.) Kikkoman Organic
Butter - $4.89 one pound, Land o' Lakes
Margerine - $2.69 one pound, Parkay
Sticks
Eggs - $2.19
Cheese $2.99 (6-8oz) Kroger
Cottage Cheese/Sour Cream - $2.99 one
pound, City Market brand
Ice Cream $5.69 (48oz.) Breyers All
Natural
Chef Boyardee Cans - $1.89 (11oz.)
Ground Beef 96% lean - $4.99/lb.
Ground Beef 80% lean - $3.49/lb.
Hot Dogs - $3.49 (16oz) Ball Park Franks
Ribeye Steak - $10.99/lb. USDA Choice,
bone-in
Bread - $1.29 (16oz.) City Market Blue
Label, White or Wheat
Bread - $2.99 (20oz.) Sara Lee Classic
White or Honey Wheat
Soup - $0.95 (10.75oz.) Campbell's
Condensed Tomato or Chicken Noodle
Ritz Crackers - $3.99 (16oz.)
Lay's Potato Chips - $3.59 (12oz)
Toilet Paper - $8.99 (12 dbl. rolls)
Angel Soft
Laundry Detergent - $10.99 (64oz) All,
liquid
Grand County
Employment
The unemployment rate in Grand County, CO, is 2.80%, with job growth of
1.26%. Future job growth over the next ten years
is predicted to be 23.19%.
Taxes
Grand County, CO, sales tax rate is 7.90%. Income tax is 5.00%.
Income and Salaries
The income per capita is $31,754, which includes all adults and
children. The median household income is $57,835.
Housing
The median home value in Grand County, CO, is $647,800. Home
appreciation is 2.46% over the last year. The median age of Grand
County, CO, real estate is 23 years.
Apartments and Rentals
Renters make up 14.78% of the Grand County, CO, population.
53.84% of
houses and apartments in Grand County, CO, are unoccupied (vacancy
rate).
Cost of Living
Indices are based on a US average of 100. An amount below 100 means
Grand County, CO is cheaper than the US average. A cost of living index
above 100 means Grand County, CO is more expensive.
Overall, Grand County, CO cost of living is
138.39.
Voting
42.62% of the people in Grand County, CO are registered as Democrats.
55.99% are registered Republican.
Remaining are independent: 1.39%.
| Overview for Grand County, CO |
 | Grand County is one of about 3,141 counties and county equivalents in the United States. It has 1,846.7 sq. miles in land area and a population density of 7.4 per square mile. In the last three decades of the 1900s its population grew by 202.9%. On the 2000 census form, 98.9% of the population reported only one race, with 0.5% of these reporting African-American. The population of this county is 4.4% Hispanic (of any race). The average household size is 2.37 persons compared to an average family size of 2.85 persons. In 2007 accommodation and food services was the largest of 20 major sectors. It had an average wage per job of $17,211. Per capita income grew by 24.2% between 1996 and 2006 (adjusted for inflation). |
|
People & Income Overview (By Place of Residence) | Value |
Industry Overview (2007) (By Place of Work) | Value |
| Population (2007) | 13,612 | Covered Employment | 7,452 |
| Growth (%) since 1990 | 70.9% | Avg. wage per job | $28,978 |
| Households (2000) | 5,075 | Manufacturing - % all jobs in County | 1.2% |
| Labor Force (persons) (2007) | 9,205 | Avg. wage per job | $35,307 |
| Unemployment Rate (2007) | 2.7 | Transportation & Warehousing -
% all jobs in County | 1.5% |
| Per Capita Personal Income (2006) | $35,256 | Avg. wage per job | $33,203 |
| Median Household Income (2005) | $51,043 | Health Care, Social Assist. -
% all jobs in County | 2.4% |
| Poverty Rate (2005) | 8.0 | Avg. wage per job | $27,384 |
| H.S. Diploma or More -
% of Adults 25+ (2000) | 92.3 | Finance and Insurance -
% all jobs in County | 1.9% |
| Bachelor's Deg. or More -
% of Adults 25+ (2000) | 34.5 | Avg. wage per job | $36,743 |
| Annual Covered Employment and Wages Over Time (NAICS) | Establishments | Jobs | Average Wage Per Job (*adj.) |
Pct of U.S. Avg. Wage |
| 2007 | 1,021 | 7,450 | $28,981 | 65.2% |
| 2006 | 989 | 7,099 | $28,447 | 65.0% |
| 2005 | 948 | 6,851 | $28,242 | 65.4% |
| 2004 | 908 | 6,783 | $27,899 | 64.6% |
| 2003 | 885 | 6,863 | $26,987 | 63.4% |
| 2002 | 846 | 6,783 | $27,302 | 64.4% |
| 2001 | 828 | 6,751 | $26,702 | 63.0% |
| 2000 | 755 | 6,562 | $26,395 | 62.1% |
| 1999 | 699 | 6,443 | $25,358 | 60.9% |
| 1998 | 673 | 6,274 | $24,028 | 59.1% |
| 1997 | 652 | 5,891 | $23,267 | 58.3% |
| 10-Year Change | 369 | 1,559 | $5,714 | |
| 10-Year Percent Change | 56.6% | 26.5% | 24.6% |
| Annual Industry Distribution of Jobs and Avg. Wage in 2007 (NAICS) | Establishments | Jobs | Pct Dist. in County |
Annual Average Wage Per Job |
| Total Covered Employment and Wages | 1,023 | 7,452 | 100.0% | $28,978 |
| Private | 973 | 6,236 | 83.7% | $27,459 |
| Agri., forestry, hunting | 19 | 0 | 0.0% | $0 |
| Mining | 2 | 0 | 0.0% | $0 |
| Construction | 250 | 1,014 | 13.6% | $38,783 |
| Manufacturing | 18 | 90 | 1.2% | $35,307 |
| Wholesale trade | 13 | 0 | 0.0% | $0 |
| Retail trade | 125 | 906 | 12.2% | $25,477 |
| Transportation, warehousing | 28 | 113 | 1.5% | $33,203 |
| Utilities | 12 | 72 | 1.0% | $42,931 |
| Information | 12 | 50 | 0.7% | $47,155 |
| Finance and Insurance | 29 | 138 | 1.9% | $36,743 |
| Real Estate, rental, leasing | 96 | 421 | 5.7% | $28,271 |
| Professional, technical services | 97 | 199 | 2.7% | $40,742 |
| Mgmt. of companies, enterprises | 4 | 7 | 0.1% | $90,793 |
| Administrative, waste services | 46 | 129 | 1.7% | $26,923 |
| Educational services | 8 | 6 | 0.1% | $18,743 |
| Health care, social assistance | 31 | 178 | 2.4% | $27,384 |
| Arts, entertainment, recreation | 36 | 975 | 13.1% | $23,978 |
| Accommodation and food services | 135 | 1,737 | 23.3% | $17,211 |
| Other services, exc. public admin. | 39 | 102 | 1.4% | $32,509 |
| Public administration | 23 | 479 | 6.4% | $42,179 |
| BEA Major Sectors (NAICS) in 2006 (by place of work) |
Earnings ($000) | Avg. Earnings Per Job |
Jobs | Pct Dist. in County |
Pct Dist. in U.S. |
|
| Total by place of work | $321,164 | $28,711 | 11,186 | 100.0% | 100.0% | |
| Wage and Salary | $211,261 | $28,153 | 7,504 | 67.1% | 80.3% | |
| Proprietors | $64,661 | $17,561 | 3,682 | 32.9% | 19.7% | |
| Farm | -$3,106 | -$19,783 | 157 | 1.4% | 1.2% | |
| Nonfarm | $67,767 | $19,225 | 3,525 | 31.5% | 18.5% | |
| Farm | -$1,318 | -$6,046 | 218 | 1.9% | 1.6% | |
| Nonfarm | $322,482 | $29,402 | 10,968 | 98.1% | 98.4% | |
| Private | $265,139 | $27,227 | 9,738 | 87.1% | 84.9% | |
| Forestry, fishing, etc. * | D | N/A | D | D | 0.6% | |
| 21 | Mining | D | N/A | D | D | 0.5% |
| 22 | Utilities | D | N/A | D | D | 0.3% |
| 23 | Construction | $64,478 | $38,540 | 1,673 | 15.0% | 6.5% |
| 31-33 | Manufacturing | $3,883 | $32,091 | 121 | 1.1% | 8.3% |
| 42 | Wholesale Trade | D | N/A | D | D | 3.7% |
| 44-45 | Retail Trade | $27,565 | $23,009 | 1,198 | 10.7% | 10.8% |
| 48 49 | Trans. and warehousing | $4,854 | $31,115 | 156 | 1.4% | 3.2% |
| 51 | Information | $2,785 | $38,151 | 73 | 0.7% | 2.0% |
| 52 | Finance and insurance | $7,231 | $25,918 | 279 | 2.5% | 4.7% |
| 53 | Real Estate and rental and leasing | $31,065 | $24,733 | 1,256 | 11.2% | 4.3% |
| 54 | Professional, technical services | $14,531 | $31,452 | 462 | 4.1% | 6.6% |
| 55 | Management of companies, enterprises | $603 | $19,452 | 31 | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| 56 | Administrative and waste services | $4,777 | $12,946 | 369 | 3.3% | 6.0% |
| 61 | Educational services | $203 | $5,205 | 39 | 0.3% | 2.1% |
| 62 | Health care, social assistance | $7,201 | $23,456 | 307 | 2.7% | 9.9% |
| 71 | Arts, entertainment, and recreation | $30,445 | $27,329 | 1,114 | 10.0% | 2.0% |
| 72 | Accommodation and food services | $36,717 | $20,547 | 1,787 | 16.0% | 6.7% |
| 81 | Other services, exc. public admin. | $10,529 | $20,645 | 510 | 4.6% | 5.7% |
| NA | Gov. and Gov. enterprises | $57,343 | $46,620 | 1,230 | 11.0% | 13.5% |
GRAND COUNTY CITY DATA (where available)
Fraser
As of 2007, Fraser's population is 899 people. Since 2000, it has had a
population growth of -1.21 percent. The income per capita is $25,866,
which includes all adults and children. The median household income is
$45,643.
The median home cost in Fraser is $525,000. Home appreciation the last
year has been 1.48 percent. Compared to the rest of the country,
Fraser's cost of living is 24.67% Higher than the U.S. average.
Renters make up 36.39% of the Fraser, CO, population.
33.29% of houses and apartments in Fraser, CO, are unoccupied
(vacancy rate).
Fraser public schools spend $6,403 per student. The average school
expenditure in the U.S. is $6,058. There are about 12 students per
teacher in Fraser.
The unemployment rate in Fraser is 2.80 percent(U.S. avg. is 4.60%).
Recent job growth is Positive. Fraser jobs have Increased by 1.26
percent. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be
21.09%.
Overall, Fraser, CO cost of living is 124.67.
Economy & Housing
The Winter Park-Fraser Valley economy is tourism based and highly
seasonal in nature. Jobs in the retail and service sector dominate the
workforce. Unemployment is very low in Grand County, with a lot of
people holding two jobs.
As eastern Grand County has grown, so have the demands for affordable
housing. Resort areas tend to have high housing vacancy rates due to the
number of second homes. In Grand County, 65% of the homes are owned by
second home owners, and in Winter Park-Fraser it is 80%. In 1998 the
Grand County Housing Authority was restructured to meet the demands of
the need for affordable housing in Grand County. Recently, they
completed Fox Run, a 64-unit affordable housing complex. Call (970)
726-4572 for more information. 52% of the county population lives in
unincorporated parcels of the county.
Sales Tax
Sales tax in Winter Park is 8.9% and in Fraser it is 8.0%. 2.9% of this
is Colorado state sales tax and 1% is county tax.
Permits and Licenses
Business Licenses/Registration: Required by the Town of Winter Park for
$60.00/year, the Town of Fraser for $75.00, $25.00 or $10.00 depending
on business.
Granby
As of 2007, Granby's population is 1,674 people. Since 2000, it has had
a population growth of 9.77 percent. The income per capita is $26,013,
which includes all adults and children. The median household income is
$54,343.
The median home cost in Granby is $525,000. Home appreciation the last
year has been 1.48 percent. Compared to the rest of the country,
Granby's cost of living is 24.91% Higher than the U.S. average.
Renters make up 32.53% of the Granby, CO, population.
7.56% of houses and apartments in Granby, CO, are unoccupied
(vacancy rate).
Granby public schools spend $6,485 per student. The average school
expenditure in the U.S. is $6,058. There are about 13 students per
teacher in Granby.
The unemployment rate in Granby is 2.80 percent(U.S. avg. is 4.60%).
Recent job growth is Positive. Granby jobs have Increased by 1.26
percent. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be
22.61%.
Overall, Granby, CO cost of living is 124.91.
Grand Lake
As of 2007, Grand Lake's population is 437 people. Since 2000, it has
had a population growth of -2.24 percent.
The income per capita is $45,148, which includes all adults and
children. The median household income is $57,042.
The median home cost in Grand Lake is $429,000. Home appreciation the
last year has been -8.53 percent.
Compared to the rest of the country, Grand Lake's cost of living is
14.16% Higher than the U.S. average.
Renters make up 12.83% of the Grand Lake, CO, population.
69.87% of houses and apartments in Grand Lake,
CO, are unoccupied (vacancy rate).
Grand Lake public schools spend $6,557 per student. The average school
expenditure in the U.S. is $6,058. There are about 11 students per
teacher in Grand Lake.
The unemployment rate in Grand Lake is 2.80 percent(U.S. avg. is 4.60%).
Recent job growth is Positive. Grand Lake jobs have Increased by 1.26
percent. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be
21.76%.
Overall, Grand Lake, CO cost of living is 114.16.
Hot Sulphur Springs
As of 2007, Hot Sulphur Springs's population is 518 people. Since 2000,
it has had a population growth of -0.58 percent. The income per capita
is $26,245, which includes all adults and children. The median household
income is $44,986.
The median home cost in Hot Sulphur Springs is $575,300. Home
appreciation the last year has been 1.48 percent. Compared to the rest
of the country, Hot Sulphur Springs's cost of living is 30.29% Higher
than the U.S. average.
Renters make up 29.12% of the Hot Sulphur Springs, CO, population.
13.12% of houses and apartments in Hot Sulphur
Springs, CO, are unoccupied (vacancy rate).
Hot Sulphur Springs public schools spend $6,486 per student. The average
school expenditure in the U.S. is $6,058. There are about 14 students
per teacher in Hot Sulphur Springs.
The unemployment rate in Hot Sulphur Springs is 2.80 percent(U.S. avg.
is 4.60%). Recent job growth is Positive. Hot Sulphur Springs jobs have
Increased by 1.26 percent. Future job growth over the next ten years is
predicted to be 22.94%.
Overall, Hot Sulphur Springs, CO cost of living is 130.29.
Kremmling
As of 2007, Kremmling's population is 1,549 people. Since 2000, it has
had a population growth of -1.84 percent. The income per capita is
$23,342, which includes all adults and children. The median household
income is $56,755.
The median home cost in Kremmling is $285,000. Home appreciation the
last year has been 5.56 percent. Compared to the rest of the country,
Kremmling's cost of living is 1.97% Lower than the U.S. average.
Renters make up 29.04% of the Kremmling, CO, population.
7.60% of houses
and apartments in Kremmling, CO, are unoccupied (vacancy rate).
Kremmling public schools spend $7,017 per student. The average school
expenditure in the U.S. is $6,058. There are about 14 students per
teacher in Kremmling.
The unemployment rate in Kremmling is 2.80 percent(U.S. avg. is 4.60%).
Recent job growth is Positive. Kremmling jobs have Increased by 1.26
percent. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be
23.56%.
Overall, Kremmling, CO cost of living is 98.03.
Business
Approximately 100 businesses serve Kremmling and the surrounding region.
Agriculture, mining, timber, education, health care, and recreation
programs are all major employers. Other businesses include distribution
centers, automotive repair, construction, restaurants, lodging, real
estate offices, governmental agencies, business management and retail
services.
Insurance, banking, technical and professional services are also
available.
Kremmling's proximity to several major ski resorts enhances employment
opportunities for area residents. Some resorts offer free transportation
to and from work to seasonal employees living in Kremmling.
Sales Tax
The Kremmling sales tax of 8 %, consists of 3 % state tax, 1 % county
tax and 4 % city tax. A 1 % tax is also collected for rooms rented at
lodging facilities to support activities of the Grand County Tourism
Board.
Property Taxes
Mill levies in 1992 for the Town of Kremmling were:
Town of Kremmling .010000
County .013155
School District .036996
Hospital .011208
Sanitation .002095
Fire District .005023
TOTAL .079015
Tabernash
As of 2007, Tabernash's population is 183 people. Since 2000, it has had
a population growth of 10.91 percent. The income per capita is $22,238,
which includes all adults and children. The median household income is
$47,444.
The median home cost in Tabernash is $549,000. Home appreciation the
last year has been 1.48 percent. Compared to the rest of the country,
Tabernash's cost of living is 27.52% Higher than the U.S. average.
Renters make up 35.25% of the Tabernash, CO, population.
29.51% of houses and apartments in Tabernash,
CO, are unoccupied (vacancy rate).
Tabernash public schools spend $6,196 per student. The average school
expenditure in the U.S. is $6,058. There are about 13 students per
teacher in Tabernash.
The unemployment rate in Tabernash is 2.80 percent(U.S. avg. is 4.60%).
Recent job growth is Positive. Tabernash jobs have Increased by 1.26
percent. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be
20.59%.
Overall, Tabernash, CO cost of living is 127.52.
Winter Park
As of 2007, Winter Park's population is 717 people. Since 2000, it has
had a population growth of 8.31 percent. The income per capita is
$43,105, which includes all adults and children. The median household
income is $53,125.
The median home cost in Winter Park is $965,000. Home appreciation the
last year has been 7.46 percent. Compared to the rest of the country,
Winter Park's cost of living is 73.59% Higher than the U.S. average.
Renters make up 10.94% of the Winter Park, CO, population.
73.02% of houses and apartments in Winter
Park, CO, are unoccupied (vacancy rate).
Winter Park public schools spend $6,434 per student. The average school
expenditure in the U.S. is $6,058. There are about 13 students per
teacher in Winter Park.
The unemployment rate in Winter Park is 2.80 percent(U.S. avg. is
4.60%). Recent job growth is Positive. Winter Park jobs have Increased
by 1.26 percent. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted
to be 23.11%.
Overall, Winter Park, CO cost of living is 173.59.
Economy & Housing
The Winter Park-Fraser Valley economy is tourism based and highly
seasonal in nature. Jobs in the retail and service sector dominate the
workforce. Unemployment is very low in Grand County, with a lot of
people holding two jobs.
As eastern Grand County has grown, so have the demands for affordable
housing. Resort areas tend to have high housing vacancy rates due to the
number of second homes. In Grand County, 65% of the homes are owned by
second home owners, and in Winter Park-Fraser it is 80%. In 1998 the
Grand County Housing Authority was restructured to meet the demands of
the need for affordable housing in Grand County. Recently, they
completed Fox Run, a 64-unit affordable housing complex. Call (970)
726-4572 for more information. 52% of the county population lives in
unincorporated parcels of the county.
Sales Tax
Sales tax in Winter Park is 8.9% and in Fraser it is 8.0%. 2.9% of this
is Colorado state sales tax and 1% is county tax.
Permits and Licenses
Business Licenses/Registration: Required by the Town of Winter Park for
$60.00/year, the Town of Fraser for $75.00, $25.00 or $10.00 depending
on business.
Summit County
Employment
The unemployment rate in Summit County, CO, is 3.50%, with job growth of
3.77%. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be
31.95%.
Taxes
Summit County, CO, sales tax rate is 8.16%. Income tax is 5.00%.
Income and Salaries
The income per capita is $33,059, which includes all adults and
children. The median household income is $66,809.
Housing
The median home value in Summit County, CO, is $1,088,700. Home
appreciation is -0.53% over the last year. The median age of Summit
County, CO, real estate is 18 years.
Apartments and Rentals
Renters make up 15.30% of the Summit County, CO, population.
62.39% of
houses and apartments in Summit County, CO, are unoccupied (vacancy
rate).
Cost of Living
Indices are based on a US average of 100. An amount below 100 means
Summit County, CO is cheaper than the US average. A cost of living index
above 100 means Summit County, CO is more expensive.
Overall, Summit County, CO cost of living is
189.47.
Voting
59.29% of the people in Summit County, CO are registered as Democrats.
39.10% are registered Republican.
Remaining are independent: 1.61%.
| Overview for Summit County, CO |
 | Summit County is one of about 3,141 counties and county equivalents in the United States. It has 608.2 sq. miles in land area and a population density of 43.6 per square mile. In the last three decades of the 1900s its population grew by 783.6%. On the 2000 census form, 97.9% of the population reported only one race, with 0.7% of these reporting African-American. The population of this county is 9.8% Hispanic (of any race). The average household size is 2.48 persons compared to an average family size of 2.86 persons. In 2007 accommodation and food services was the largest of 20 major sectors. It had an average wage per job of $24,365. Per capita income grew by 15.0% between 1996 and 2006 (adjusted for inflation). |
|
People & Income Overview (By Place of Residence) | Value |
Industry Overview (2007) (By Place of Work) | Value |
| Population (2007) | 26,547 | Covered Employment | 19,194 |
| Growth (%) since 1990 | 106.1% | Avg. wage per job | $32,282 |
| Households (2000) | 9,120 | Manufacturing - % all jobs in County | 0.0% |
| Labor Force (persons) (2007) | 17,517 | Avg. wage per job | $0 |
| Unemployment Rate (2007) | 2.7 | Transportation & Warehousing -
% all jobs in County | 1.5% |
| Per Capita Personal Income (2006) | $40,628 | Avg. wage per job | $37,043 |
| Median Household Income (2005) | $56,275 | Health Care, Social Assist. -
% all jobs in County | 3.8% |
| Poverty Rate (2005) | 6.3 | Avg. wage per job | $44,378 |
| H.S. Diploma or More -
% of Adults 25+ (2000) | 93.3 | Finance and Insurance -
% all jobs in County | 1.6% |
| Bachelor's Deg. or More -
% of Adults 25+ (2000) | 48.3 | Avg. wage per job | $53,201 |
| Annual Covered Employment and Wages Over Time (NAICS) | Establishments | Jobs | Average Wage Per Job (*adj.) |
Pct of U.S. Avg. Wage |
| 2007 | 2,173 | 19,194 | $32,282 | 72.6% |
| 2006 | 2,128 | 18,805 | $31,710 | 72.5% |
| 2005 | 2,080 | 17,874 | $30,830 | 71.4% |
| 2004 | 2,001 | 17,656 | $30,997 | 71.8% |
| 2003 | 1,996 | 17,704 | $30,756 | 72.3% |
| 2002 | 1,984 | 18,519 | $30,890 | 72.9% |
| 2001 | 1,958 | 18,943 | $31,245 | 73.7% |
| 2000 | 1,832 | 19,214 | $30,326 | 71.3% |
| 1999 | 1,709 | 18,434 | $29,964 | 71.9% |
| 1998 | 1,605 | 17,557 | $31,492 | 77.4% |
| 1997 | 1,543 | 17,192 | $27,214 | 68.2% |
| 10-Year Change | 630 | 2,002 | $5,068 | |
| 10-Year Percent Change | 40.8% | 11.6% | 18.6% |
| Annual Industry Distribution of Jobs and Avg. Wage in 2007 (NAICS) | Establishments | Jobs | Pct Dist. in County |
Annual Average Wage Per Job |
| Total Covered Employment and Wages | 2,175 | 19,194 | 100.0% | $32,282 |
| Private | 2,142 | 17,052 | 88.8% | $31,445 |
| Agri., forestry, hunting | 4 | 0 | 0.0% | $0 |
| Mining | 3 | 0 | 0.0% | $0 |
| Construction | 418 | 1,540 | 8.0% | $43,480 |
| Manufacturing | 32 | 0 | 0.0% | $0 |
| Wholesale trade | 61 | 0 | 0.0% | $0 |
| Retail trade | 328 | 2,863 | 14.9% | $25,462 |
| Transportation, warehousing | 31 | 285 | 1.5% | $37,043 |
| Utilities | 7 | 29 | 0.2% | $54,405 |
| Information | 27 | 176 | 0.9% | $45,281 |
| Finance and Insurance | 68 | 314 | 1.6% | $53,201 |
| Real Estate, rental, leasing | 278 | 1,082 | 5.6% | $36,510 |
| Professional, technical services | 262 | 676 | 3.5% | $57,316 |
| Mgmt. of companies, enterprises | 13 | 42 | 0.2% | $63,146 |
| Administrative, waste services | 150 | 854 | 4.4% | $33,568 |
| Educational services | 14 | 84 | 0.4% | $31,102 |
| Health care, social assistance | 80 | 722 | 3.8% | $44,378 |
| Arts, entertainment, recreation | 45 | 1,012 | 5.3% | $23,167 |
| Accommodation and food services | 206 | 6,544 | 34.1% | $24,365 |
| Other services, exc. public admin. | 128 | 440 | 2.3% | $30,197 |
| Public administration | 23 | 1,350 | 7.0% | $39,666 |
| BEA Major Sectors (NAICS) in 2006 (by place of work) |
Earnings ($000) | Avg. Earnings Per Job |
Jobs | Pct Dist. in County |
Pct Dist. in U.S. |
|
| Total by place of work | $848,728 | $31,947 | 26,567 | 100.0% | 100.0% | |
| Wage and Salary | $624,774 | $31,535 | 19,812 | 74.6% | 80.3% | |
| Proprietors | $104,489 | $15,468 | 6,755 | 25.4% | 19.7% | |
| Farm | -$1,460 | -$35,610 | 41 | 0.2% | 1.2% | |
| Nonfarm | $105,949 | $15,780 | 6,714 | 25.3% | 18.5% | |
| Farm | -$1,013 | -$20,673 | 49 | 0.2% | 1.6% | |
| Nonfarm | $849,741 | $32,044 | 26,518 | 99.8% | 98.4% | |
| Private | $746,339 | $30,697 | 24,313 | 91.5% | 84.9% | |
| Forestry, fishing, etc. * | D | N/A | D | D | 0.6% | |
| 21 | Mining | D | N/A | D | D | 0.5% |
| 22 | Utilities | D | N/A | D | D | 0.3% |
| 23 | Construction | $114,992 | $42,891 | 2,681 | 10.1% | 6.5% |
| 31-33 | Manufacturing | $4,148 | $29,629 | 140 | 0.5% | 8.3% |
| 42 | Wholesale Trade | D | N/A | D | D | 3.7% |
| 44-45 | Retail Trade | $87,498 | $26,268 | 3,331 | 12.5% | 10.8% |
| 48 49 | Trans. and warehousing | $12,065 | $35,175 | 343 | 1.3% | 3.2% |
| 51 | Information | $12,065 | $42,185 | 286 | 1.1% | 2.0% |
| 52 | Finance and insurance | $22,415 | $31,482 | 712 | 2.7% | 4.7% |
| 53 | Real Estate and rental and leasing | $85,702 | $25,296 | 3,388 | 12.8% | 4.3% |
| 54 | Professional, technical services | $70,835 | $49,779 | 1,423 | 5.4% | 6.6% |
| 55 | Management of companies, enterprises | $2,947 | $42,100 | 70 | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| 56 | Administrative and waste services | $34,367 | $27,362 | 1,256 | 4.7% | 6.0% |
| 61 | Educational services | $2,305 | $13,247 | 174 | 0.7% | 2.1% |
| 62 | Health care, social assistance | $35,505 | $39,232 | 905 | 3.4% | 9.9% |
| 71 | Arts, entertainment, and recreation | $32,610 | $23,376 | 1,395 | 5.3% | 2.0% |
| 72 | Accommodation and food services | $177,256 | $27,087 | 6,544 | 24.6% | 6.7% |
| 81 | Other services, exc. public admin. | $28,740 | $24,212 | 1,187 | 4.5% | 5.7% |
| NA | Gov. and Gov. enterprises | $103,402 | $46,894 | 2,205 | 8.3% | 13.5% |
SUMMIT COUNTY CITY DATA (where available)
Blue River
As of 2007, Blue River's population is 864 people. Since 2000, it has
had a population growth of 26.13 percent. The income per capita is
$32,501, which includes all adults and children. The median household
income is $70,031.
The median home cost in Blue River is $1,088,700. Home appreciation the
last year has been -0.53 percent. Compared to the rest of the country,
Blue River's cost of living is 89.42% Higher than the U.S. average.
Renters make up 11.89% of the Blue River, CO, population.
52.18% of houses and apartments in Blue River,
CO, are unoccupied (vacancy rate).
Blue River public schools spend $6,039 per student. The average school
expenditure in the U.S. is $6,058. There are about 14 students per
teacher in Blue River.
The unemployment rate in Blue River is 3.50 percent(U.S. avg. is 4.60%).
Recent job growth is Positive. Blue River jobs have Increased by 3.77
percent. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be
33.43%.
Overall, Blue River, CO cost of living is 189.42.
Breckenridge
As of 2007, Breckenridge's population is 2,768 people. Since 2000, it
has had a population growth of 14.95 percent. The income per capita is
$32,345, which includes all adults and children. The median household
income is $48,599.
The median home cost in Breckenridge is $950,000. Home appreciation the
last year has been -0.57 percent. Compared to the rest of the country,
Breckenridge's cost of living is 74.13% Higher than the U.S. average.
Renters make up 15.05% of the Breckenridge, CO, population.
75.94% of houses and apartments in
Breckenridge, CO, are unoccupied (vacancy rate).
Breckenridge public schools spend $5,872 per student. The average school
expenditure in the U.S. is $6,058. There are about 15 students per
teacher in Breckenridge.
The unemployment rate in Breckenridge is 3.50 percent(U.S. avg. is
4.60%). Recent job growth is Positive. Breckenridge jobs have Increased
by 3.77 percent. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted
to be 31.97%.
Overall, Breckenridge, CO cost of living is 174.13.
Dillon
As of 2007, Dillon's population is 780 people. Since 2000, it has had a
population growth of -2.74 percent. The income per capita is $40,578,
which includes all adults and children. The median household income is
$56,931.
The median home cost in Dillon is $1,099,000. Home appreciation the last
year has been -0.09 percent. Compared to the rest of the country,
Dillon's cost of living is 90.42% Higher than the U.S. average.
Renters make up 12.94% of the Dillon, CO, population.
70.79% of houses and apartments in Dillon, CO, are unoccupied
(vacancy rate).
Dillon public schools spend $6,034 per student. The average school
expenditure in the U.S. is $6,058. There are about 15 students per
teacher in Dillon.
The unemployment rate in Dillon is 3.50 percent(U.S. avg. is 4.60%).
Recent job growth is Positive. Dillon jobs have Increased by 3.77
percent. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be
29.65%.
Overall, Dillon, CO cost of living is 190.42
Frisco
As of 2007, Frisco's population is 2,498 people. Since 2000, it has had
a population growth of 2.25 percent. The income per capita is $37,505,
which includes all adults and children. The median household income is
$69,951.
The median home cost in Frisco is $1,099,000. Home appreciation the last
year has been -0.09 percent. Compared to the rest of the country,
Frisco's cost of living is 90.63% Higher than the U.S. average.
Renters make up 16.78% of the Frisco, CO, population.
61.41% of houses and apartments in Frisco, CO, are unoccupied
(vacancy rate).
Frisco public schools spend $6,251 per student. The average school
expenditure in the U.S. is $6,058. There are about 14 students per
teacher in Frisco.
The unemployment rate in Frisco is 3.50 percent(U.S. avg. is 4.60%).
Recent job growth is Positive. Frisco jobs have Increased by 3.77
percent. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be
32.13%.
Overall, Frisco, CO cost of living is 190.63.
Keystone
As of 2007, Keystone's population is 891 people. Since 2000, it has had
a population growth of 8.00 percent. The income per capita is $28,217,
which includes all adults and children. The median household income is
$50,862.
The median home cost in Keystone is $1,099,000. Home appreciation the
last year has been -0.09 percent. Compared to the rest of the country,
Keystone's cost of living is 90.54% Higher than the U.S. average.
Renters make up 9.22% of the Keystone, CO, population.
87.00% of houses and apartments in Keystone,
CO, are unoccupied (vacancy rate).
Keystone public schools spend $6,693 per student. The average school
expenditure in the U.S. is $6,058. There are about 15 students per
teacher in Keystone.
The unemployment rate in Keystone is 3.50 percent(U.S. avg. is 4.60%).
Recent job growth is Positive. Keystone jobs have Increased by 3.77
percent. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be
32.92%.
Overall, Keystone, CO cost of living is 190.54.
Montezuma
As of 2007, Montezuma's population is 42 people. Since 2000, it has had
a population growth of 0.00 percent. The income per capita is $25,730,
which includes all adults and children. The median household income is
$42,634.
The median home cost in Montezuma is $1,088,700. Home appreciation the
last year has been -0.53 percent. Compared to the rest of the country,
Montezuma's cost of living is 89.08% Higher than the U.S. average.
Renters make up 27.93% of the Montezuma, CO, population.
43.75% of houses and apartments in Montezuma,
CO, are unoccupied (vacancy rate).
Montezuma public schools spend $6,105 per student. The average school
expenditure in the U.S. is $6,058. There are about 15 students per
teacher in Montezuma.
The unemployment rate in Montezuma is 3.50 percent(U.S. avg. is 4.60%).
Recent job growth is Positive. Montezuma jobs have Increased by 3.77
percent.
Overall, Montezuma, CO cost of living is 189.08
Silverthorne
As of 2007, Silverthorne's population is 3,733 people. Since 2000, it
has had a population growth of 16.80 percent. The income per capita is
$30,842, which includes all adults and children. The median household
income is $71,405.
The median home cost in Silverthorne is $945,000. Home appreciation the
last year has been -1.05 percent. Compared to the rest of the country,
Silverthorne's cost of living is 73.44% Higher than the U.S. average.
Renters make up 30.30% of the Silverthorne, CO, population.
29.35% of houses and apartments in
Silverthorne, CO, are unoccupied (vacancy rate).
Silverthorne public schools spend $6,075 per student. The average school
expenditure in the U.S. is $6,058. There are about 13 students per
teacher in Silverthorne.
The unemployment rate in Silverthorne is 3.50 percent(U.S. avg. is
4.60%). Recent job growth is Positive. Silverthorne jobs have Increased
by 3.77 percent.
Overall, Silverthorne, CO cost of living is 173.44.
The Criteria List - How the 2 Counties
Stack Up (follow links to detailed information)
Membership Goals:
Our target goals for voting age self-reliant survivalist members:
Grand County: 13,406 population x 15% = 2,011 members
Summit County: 28,296 population x 15% = 4,245 members
Total voting age members wanted: 6,256, although half that would make a BIG
difference to the counties.
If you already live in Summit or Grand Counties,
contact MEG to let us know!
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