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Ophir, Colorado

town · San Miguel County

At a glance

120
Population
$906,300
Median home value (all homes)
199% above U.S. median
$962,825
Typical market value
Zillow, 2026-07
$135,179
Median household income
72% above U.S. median
22.6 min
Average commute
83.1%
Homes with broadband
2.35%
Locations with fiber available
1.9%
Unemployment

Cost of living (Clay Affordability Index)

CAI 156 — 56% above the national average. how it's computed

Housing216% above
Goods & services5% below
Utilities14% below
Taxes22% below
Insurance16% above
Commute cost20% below
For business: Colorado is CBII band 2/5 · time to build band 1/5. See state page for the breakdown.

Living here

Nearest 4-year college40 mi
Nearest community college77 mi
Nearest technical college59 mi
High school graduates100%
College graduates92.2%

Doing business here

Economic development contacts, most local first:

state Colorado Economic Development
The Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade promotes economic growth and long-term job creation by supporting small businesses and encouraging business expansion across Colorado, and champions industries like the creative industries, outdoor recreation, and tourism.
State sales taxYes
State income taxYes
Right-to-work stateNo

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