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    OverviewWeatherHousingDemographicsJobsPoliticsCrimeTransportationEducationOutdoorsCulture
    1. Colorado
    2. Kiowa County

    Major cities or towns:

    Eads
    Sheridan Lake
    Haswell
    Kiowa County, Colorado is a rural county located in the southeastern part of the state. The geography is characterized by vast grasslands and rolling hills, with a semi-arid continental climate featuring hot summers and cold winters. The population is just over 1,400, with a median age of 43 and a predominantly white demographic. The economy is largely agricultural, with cattle ranching and crop farming as the primary industries, though employment opportunities can be limited. The cost of living is relatively low, with affordable housing options, but healthcare facilities and higher education institutions are sparse. Outdoor recreation is a major draw, with ample opportunities for hunting, fishing, and hiking in the surrounding natural areas. The community has a strong sense of tradition and small-town charm, though some may find the remote, isolated nature and lack of amenities to be drawbacks. Overall, Kiowa County offers a quiet, rural lifestyle for those seeking a slower pace and connection to the land, but may lack the resources and economic opportunities of more populated regions.

    Demographics

    Population

    1,406

    Ethnicity %

    White
    97
    Black
    0
    Asian
    unknown
    Hispanic
    5

    Median Age

    unknown

    Density

    1 of 10

    1 / Mile²

    Avg Family Size

    3.0

    Religious

    95%

    Foreign Born

    10%

    Veterans

    7.7%

    Adult Smokers

    18%

    Adult Obesity

    28%

    Uninsured

    8%

    Excessive Drinking

    20%

    Poverty Rate

    9.7%

    Weather

    Sunlight

    7.2 hours winter dailyVery sunny

    Summer average temp

    88°F

    Winter max temp

    46°F

    Precipitation

    14 in.

    Snowfall (inches)

    17.5 (avg)

    Drought risk

    Moderate

    Earthquake risk

    Very Low

    Wildfire risk

    Very Low

    Tornado risk

    Very Low

    Hurricane risk

    Negligible

    Crime

    Rank: 1.0 of 10

    (crimes per 1,000 people yearly)

    Violent

    1 (0.0)

    Property

    1 (0)

    Assault

    1 (0.0)

    Larceny (theft)

    1 (0)

    Robbery

    (unknown; low population) (0.0)

    Burglary

    1 (0.0)

    Rape

    1 (0.00)

    Auto Theft

    1 (0.0)

    Murder

    (unknown; low population) (0.00)

    Arson

    (unknown; low population) (0.00)

    Driving deaths involving alcohol

    20%

    Politics and Law

    State politics

    Blue (Democrat)

    Abortion laws

    Legal at any stage

    Marijuana laws

    Legal for recreational use

    Gun Laws

    Permit required for concealed carry

    Democrat

    11%

    Republican

    87%

    State Tax Burden

    8.31%

    Cigarette Tax

    $1.94

    Jobs

    Income (per capita)

    $51,779

    Unemployment

    1.6%

    Employment

    63.6%

    Hours worked

    43.1

    Outdoors

    Natural Amenities

    5.2 / 10

    Water Area

    0.83%

    Near park?

    81%

    Beaches

    Not near the coast

    Mountains

    1-3 hours

    Tree Area

    Unknown

    Housing

    Home Ownership

    67%

    Median Home Price

    $133K

    Average Rent

    $750

    Internet over 25mbps

    54%

    Transportation

    Walkability

    unknown

    Cycling

    unknown

    Public Transit

    unknown

    Major Airport

    >2 hours

    Average Commute Time

    15

    Education

    K-12 Test Scores

    10 of 10  

    (avg: 0.32)

    College graduates

    21%

    Culture

    Arts scene

    unknown

    Food awards per 100k

    unknown