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Telluride, Colorado

town · San Miguel County

At a glance

2,160
Population
$2,287,681
Typical market value
Zillow, 2026-07
$3,056/mo
Median rent
127% above U.S. median
$102,405
Median household income
30% above U.S. median
6.1 min
Average commute
100%
Homes with broadband
33.55%
Locations with fiber available
1.4%
Unemployment

Cost of living (Clay Affordability Index)

CAI 99 — 1% below the national average. how it's computed

Housing18% above
Goods & services5% below
Utilities9% below
Taxes22% below
Insurance16% above
Commute cost79% 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 college83 mi
Nearest technical college54 mi
High school graduates100%
College graduates85.7%

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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