Biggest tradeoff: Colorado Springs, Colorado
Colorado Springs, Colorado is the sharpest split in this comparison: strong on affordability, weaker on sunshine.
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Compare Pueblo vs Colorado Springs on cost, climate, safety, and daily life
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PuebloColorado Springs
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Potential dealbreaker: Pueblo, Colorado
Pueblo, Colorado needs a closer look before you get too attached, especially on safety.
Comparison Matrix
| City | ||
|---|---|---|
| Route | ||
| General Info | ||
| Population | 109,412 | 456,568 |
| Center Elevation | 4,692 ft(1,430 m) | 6,010 ft(1,832 m) |
| Housing & Wealth | ||
| Median Home | $278,771 | $441,205 |
| Median Rent | $1,273 | $1,657 |
| Median Income | $52,794 | $79,026 |
| Rent Burden | 29% | 25% |
| Climate & Risks | ||
| Days with 5+ Hours of Sun | 348 days/yr | 345 days/yr |
| Avg. High | 69°F | 63°F |
| Avg. Low | 43°F | 37°F |
| Comfort Score | 47/100Mixed | 43/100Challenging |
| Temp Swing | 47°F | 46°F |
| Annual Precipitation | 12"(30 cm) | 15"(38 cm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 20"(51 cm) | 36"(91 cm) |
| Air Quality | Typical: 432024 modeled avg · 15 days > 100 | Typical: 442024 modeled avg · 7 days > 100 |
| Infrastructure & Lifestyle | ||
| Walkability | 31 | N/A |
| Transit Score | N/A | 59 |
| Safety Score | 35 / 100 | 0 (Crime Index) |
| School Rating | 5/10 | 6.3/10 |
| Flood Risk (FEMA) | N/A | minimalMinimal Risk |
| Internet Access | Fiber: 7%Cable: 85% | Fiber: 28%Cable: 96% |
| Demographics | ||
| Median Age | 37.8 years | 35.1 years |
| College Educated | 22% | 41% |
| Remote Workers | 5% | 14% |
| Nature Access | ||
| Local Nature & Reserves | Finding... | Finding... |
| Scouting & Local Help | ||
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