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Poncha Springs, Colorado

town · Chaffee County

At a glance

959
Population
$522,900
Median home value (all homes)
72% above U.S. median
$574,418
Typical market value
Zillow, 2026-07
$1,783/mo
Median rent
32% above U.S. median
$97,139
Median household income
24% above U.S. median
14.9 min
Average commute
94.1%
Homes with broadband
50.65%
Locations with fiber available
0%
Unemployment

Cost of living (Clay Affordability Index)

CAI 120 — 20% above the national average. how it's computed

Housing90% above
Goods & services5% below
Utilities19% below
Taxes22% below
Insurance16% above
Commute cost48% 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 college46 mi
Nearest community college72 mi
Nearest technical college71 mi
High school graduates100%
College graduates42.5%

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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