List of Colorado counties by socioeconomic factors
List of Colorado counties by socioeconomic factors
This is a list of Colorado counties by various socioeconomic factors. Socioeconomic factors include metrics such as income, education, employment, and healthcare access. These factors are crucial for understanding the overall well-being and quality of life of residents in different counties.
Income[edit | edit source]
Income levels can vary significantly across Colorado's counties. The median household income is a common measure used to compare the economic status of different areas.
- Douglas County: Known for having one of the highest median household incomes in the state.
- San Juan County: Often has one of the lower median household incomes.
Education[edit | edit source]
Education levels are typically measured by the percentage of residents with a high school diploma or higher, and the percentage with a bachelor's degree or higher.
- Boulder County: High percentage of residents with bachelor's degrees.
- Costilla County: Lower levels of educational attainment compared to the state average.
Employment[edit | edit source]
Employment rates and the types of industries prevalent in each county can also vary.
- Denver County: Diverse employment opportunities with a strong presence in technology, finance, and healthcare sectors.
- Huerfano County: Higher unemployment rates and a reliance on agriculture and tourism.
Healthcare[edit | edit source]
Access to healthcare is a critical factor in determining the quality of life. This can be measured by the number of healthcare facilities, the ratio of residents to healthcare providers, and health outcomes.
- Pitkin County: High access to healthcare services and facilities.
- Otero County: Limited access to healthcare services.
Population[edit | edit source]
Population size and density can influence and reflect socioeconomic conditions.
- El Paso County: One of the most populous counties in Colorado.
- Mineral County: One of the least populous counties.
Poverty[edit | edit source]
The poverty rate is another important socioeconomic indicator.
- Arapahoe County: Moderate poverty rate.
- Conejos County: Higher poverty rate compared to the state average.
See also[edit | edit source]
- List of counties in Colorado
- Demographics of Colorado
- Economy of Colorado
- Healthcare in Colorado
- Education in Colorado
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