Teller County

As of the most recent data, Teller County, Colorado, has a population of approximately 25,388 people. The racial composition is predominantly White at 94%, with smaller populations of Hispanic or Latino (4.6%), Two or More Races (3.2%), and Native American (1.1%). The median age is around 49 years. The median household income is roughly $70,497, and about 7.3% of the population lives below the poverty line. The county spans about 559 square miles, offering scenic mountainous terrain and a growing community.

As of the latest data, Teller County, CO, has a median home value of approximately $405,000. The housing market has seen an annual appreciation rate of around 7.8%. The county's average rent is about $1,450 per month. Homeownership rate stands at 80%, with vacancy rates for homeowners at 1.5% and rental vacancies at 4.2%. The typical property tax rate is 0.48%. Popular areas include Woodland Park and Cripple Creek. Note: Values are subject to change; always refer to local sources for the most current information.

Teller County, CO, conducts elections for various local, state, and national positions. Key elections include those for county commissioners, sheriff, clerk and recorder, assessor, treasurer, and coroner. In the 2022 General Election, voter turnout was approximately 72%.

For example, during recent elections:

• County Commissioner District 2: Candidates included Bob Campbell (Republican) and Dennis Luttrell (Democrat).
• Sheriff: Incumbent Jason Mikesell (Republican) was a major candidate.
• Clerk and Recorder: Judd Choate and Kristy Cocero ran for the position.

Voters also participate in statewide races and ballot measures. Detailed numerical results and candidate lists can be found on the Teller County Clerk and Recorder's website and the Colorado Secretary of State's election page. Always ensure to verify from these official sources closer to election dates.

As of recent data, Teller County, CO, exhibits strong educational attainment levels. Approximately 95.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a high school diploma or higher, surpassing the national average of roughly 88%. Moreover, about 36.2% of residents possess a bachelor's degree or higher, which is slightly above the national average of around 33%. Colorado's state averages are also high, with approximately 92.7% having a high school diploma and 41.7% earning a bachelor’s degree or more. Hence, Teller County's educational attainment is slightly higher than the national average and fairly competitive within the state context.

As of the latest available data, Teller County, CO, had an employment figure of approximately 12,000. The top industries in Teller County are healthcare and social assistance, retail trade, and accommodation and food services. Specifically, healthcare and social assistance account for around 16% of jobs, retail trade 14%, and accommodation and food services 12%.

When compared to national averages, healthcare and social assistance in Teller County align closely with the U.S. average of about 16%. Retail trade and accommodation and food services, however, are somewhat higher than the national averages of approximately 10% and 8%, respectively.

At the state level, healthcare and social assistance in Colorado also account for about 15% of employment, similar to Teller County, while retail trade and accommodation and food services are at 11% and 9%, respectively, slightly lower than Teller County's proportions.

These figures indicate healthcare, retail, and tourism-related sectors are particularly significant in Teller County.

As of the most recent data, Teller County, Colorado has an average household income of approximately $75,000. This compares to the national average household income of around $68,700. At the state level, Colorado's average household income stands at approximately $77,000.

As of the most recent data, Teller County, CO has a relatively low crime rate compared to national averages. Below are summarized stats for key crime categories per 1,000 residents:

Teller County's overall crime rate is notably lower than many urban areas, contributing to its reputation as a relatively safe rural community. These statistics are based on the latest available reports and subject to change as new data is collected and analyzed.