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Rifle, Colorado

city · Garfield County

At a glance

10,570
Population
$413,500
Median home value (all homes)
36% above U.S. median
$503,887
Typical market value
Zillow, 2026-07
$1,308/mo
Median rent
3% below U.S. median
$80,000
Median household income
2% above U.S. median
30.1 min
Average commute
93.8%
Homes with broadband
1.21%
Locations with fiber available
3%
Unemployment

Cost of living (Clay Affordability Index)

CAI 111 — 11% above the national average. how it's computed

Housing54% above
Goods & services5% below
Utilities2% above
Taxes22% below
Insurance16% above
Commute cost6% above
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 college25 mi
Nearest community college49 mi
Nearest technical college52 mi
High school graduates85.8%
College graduates19.4%

Doing business here

Economic development contacts, most local first:

city Rifle Economic Development
The Rifle Regional Economic Development Corporation is a 501(c)3 nonprofit focused on advancing economic development strategies and projects with the goal of job creation in Western Garfield County. It is dedicated to creating community and business partnerships to enhance economic development in Western Garfield County.
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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