Basalt

Resides a beautiful, historic mountain town in the Roaring Fork Valley known as Basalt.

Overview for Basalt, CO

3,802 people live in Basalt, where the median age is 49.8 and the average individual income is $57,643. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

3,802

Total Population

49.8 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$57,643

Average individual Income

Between Aspen and Carbondale resides a beautiful, historic mountain town in the Roaring Fork Valley known as Basalt. With both the historic Old Towne neighborhood, as well as the newly developed Willits and West Basalt areas, the city is an ever-growing mountain town that features a variety of price and style offerings for any mountain enthusiast. From golf course communities and ranch properties, to newly built, single-family townhomes and historic Victorians– Basalt prides itself on its quaint community, grounded around the incredible natural beauty in its backyard.

The town is especially known for its fishing and water sports, with the city centered around the confluence of the Roaring Fork River and Frying Pan River, both Gold Medal Waters. In addition, located just outside of town, residents will find the beloved Ruedi Reservoir. As one of the area’s largest bodies of water, “The Ruedi” is popular for boaters, fishers, paddleboarders, and beach lovers, alike.

Alongside the mountain vistas also runs the popular Rio Grande Trail, a paved biking and walking trail that connects Glenwood Springs to Aspen. Residents often love the well-rounded lifestyles that Basalt lends itself to and may be found enjoying the bike paths, hiking trails, and waters, just as often as they may be spotted dining downtown, seeing an outdoor music show, or visiting The Arts Campus at Willits (TACAW), the newest Contemporary Center of the Performing Arts.

Key Features:

  • A blend of a classic, mountain town with modern conveniences and culture
  • Quaint downtown areas with unique, local dining and retail shops
  • In the middle of natural surroundings, attracting active residents and mountain-sports enthusiasts
  • Known for its fishing and beautiful rivers
  • Often more affordable housing selections than Aspen and Snowmass
  • Basalt schools are a part of the Roaring Fork School District

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Demographics and Employment Data for Basalt, CO

Basalt has 1,722 households, with an average household size of 2.21. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Basalt do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 3,802 people call Basalt home. The population density is 1,909.13 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

3,802

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

49.8

Median Age

50.37 / 49.63%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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25-64 Years

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65-74 Years

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75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
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1,722

Total Households

2.21

Average Household Size

$57,643

Average individual Income

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Schools in Basalt, CO

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The following schools are within or nearby Basalt. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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Around Basalt, CO

There's plenty to do around Basalt, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

40
Car-Dependent
Walking Score
56
Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Open Sesame, The Whole Empanada, and El JeBeverage.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 2.12 miles 10 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 2.3 miles 5 reviews 4.8/5 stars
Dining 3.02 miles 4 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 2.31 miles 23 reviews 4.7/5 stars
Shopping 2.67 miles 3 reviews 5/5 stars
Shopping 0.44 miles 3 reviews 5/5 stars

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