Living in Routt County, Colorado

Routt County is a county in Colorado with a population of around 24,130. The main communities are Steamboat Springs, Hayden, Oak Creek.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $4,094/month, significantly above the national average, with a median home price of around $1014K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.0%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings freezing winters (highs around 29°F) and cool summers (highs around 69°F). Mountains are less than 1 hour away. The area has hurricane risk worth factoring into home insurance decisions.

Demographics

Routt County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 40 and a highly educated workforce (50% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Democratic.