Living in Pueblo, CO
Pueblo is the 294th-largest city in the US, home to about 110,000 people in 2025. Its population has been roughly flat since 2020. Prices across the metro area run below the national average (91.8 on an index where the US is 100).
- Population, 2025
- 110,404-1.3% since 2020
- Median home value
- $247,2004.4 years of median income
- Median rent
- $1,082/morent plus utilities
- Household income
- $56,664median, per year
- Price level
- 91.8US average = 100
- January / July highs
- 48° / 93°lows 15° / 61°
- Average commute
- 19 min8% work from home
- State income tax
- 4.4%top rate, flat
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County: Pueblo County
Time zone: Mountain Time (UTC-7, UTC-6 in summer)
Elevation: about 4,692 ft
Metro area: Pueblo, CO
Cost of living in Pueblo
The median home in Pueblo is worth $247,200 and the median household earns $56,664 a year, so a typical home costs about 4.4 years of income. Median gross rent (rent plus utilities) is $1,082 a month, about 23% of the median household's income. BEA puts overall prices in the Pueblo, CO metro area at 91.8, with housing at 71.3 and goods at 96.1 (US = 100). In practice, a $75,000 salary in an average-priced place stretches about as far as $68,800 here. Colorado taxes wages at a top rate of 4.4% (a flat rate). The average combined state and local sales tax in Colorado is 7.89%.
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Pueblo weather
Average highs run from 48°F in January to 93°F in July, and January nights average 15°F. It gets 12 inches of rain and melted snow a year and 28 inches of snow. Expect about 72 days a year at 90°F or hotter. Nights drop below freezing about 165 times a year. The most comfortable months are May and September.
Month-by-month weather and the best time to visit Pueblo
People and work
The median resident is 38.4 years old, and 24% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. 61% of households own their home. The average one-way commute is 19 minutes; 8% of workers work from home.
- Median age
- 38.4390th youngest of 546
- Bachelor's or higher
- 24%adults 25+
- Homeowners
- 61%of households
- People per sq mile
- 1,95056.6 sq mi of land
- Take transit to work
- 1%2% walk, 0.1% bike
- Unemployment
- 5%2020-2024 average
- Poverty rate
- 17.5%of residents
- Typical home built
- 1965median year
Who moves to Pueblo, and where people go
From farther away, newcomers most often come from Aurora (Arapahoe County), Thornton (Adams County) and Denver (Denver County). People who leave for somewhere more than 100 miles away most often head to Aurora (Arapahoe County), Denver (Denver County) and Lakewood (Jefferson County). See the map and full lists
IRS county-to-county migration, 2022 to 2023 tax years. Where Americans are moving.
Natural hazards, home prices and air quality
Natural hazard risk
Relatively Moderate
FEMA rating for Pueblo County, scored against every US county. Biggest risks: winter weather, lightning, hail, cold wave.
Home prices
-2.9% in a year
Up 21% over five years. FHFA house price index for the Pueblo, CO area, 2026 Q2.
Air quality, 2025
73% good days
1 day unhealthy at least for sensitive groups. EPA daily air quality index for the Pueblo, CO area (365 days measured).
FEMA National Risk Index (December 2025) combines expected losses from 18 natural hazards with how vulnerable and resilient the community is. It describes the county, not your street; check flood maps for a specific address at FEMA's Flood Map Service Center.
Parks and sights near Pueblo
The best-known parks, museums, zoos and landmarks within about 35 miles. Tap Been or Want to add them to your city passport.
- Colorado State University Pueblo 4 miles
Places from Wikidata (CC0), linked to each one's official site or Wikipedia article. Check hours and fees before you go.
Airports near Pueblo
| Airport | Distance | Passengers boarding in 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado Springs Airport COS | 39 mi | 1,248,261 |
Federal Aviation Administration, calendar year 2024 passenger boardings (enplanements) at commercial service airports. Straight-line distance.
Colleges in and near Pueblo
| College | Distance | Undergrads | Net price a year | Graduate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado State University Pueblo | 4 mi | 3,042 | $8,851 | 42% |
US Department of Education College Scorecard, October 2026 release. Net price is the average yearly cost after grants for students who get federal aid. Graduate: share finishing within 150% of normal time.
Frost dates and fall color in Pueblo
Half the years, the last spring night at 32°F comes before April 30, so plant tender crops after that date or wait a week or two to be safer. Fall color depends on the trees, but the US Department of Agriculture says the brightest leaves come with warm, sunny days and cool nights, and that frost ruins vivid color. Here, cool 36°F nights usually start around October 2 and the first frost comes around October 9.
NOAA 1991-2020 climate normals for Pueblo Mem Airport, CO, median (50%) dates. All frost dates for Pueblo.
Wildfire smoke in Pueblo
From 2021 through 2025, a smoke plume covered Pueblo on about 79 days a year, including about 17 days of medium or heavy smoke. Smoke high overhead can turn sunsets red without reaching the ground, so check the air quality reading before you change plans.
NOAA Hazard Mapping System smoke analysis, daily satellite plumes over the city center, 2021 to 2025. Smoke days for every city.
Home internet in Pueblo
Census Bureau American Community Survey 2020-2024, table B28002, 46,414 households. Compare every city.
Public schools in Pueblo
Downtown Pueblo is in this district. Neighborhoods farther out may belong to a different one, so check the address with the district before you buy or rent.
| District | Grades | Students | Schools | Students per teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pueblo City School District 60 | Pre-K to 12 | 14,104 | 34 | 16.7 |
Other districts within 10 miles: Pueblo County School District 70 (10,386 students).
National Center for Education Statistics, school district boundaries and characteristics, 2024-25 school year.
Pueblo's twin cities
Cities at least 250 miles away with the closest match to Pueblo's weather month by month and its costs (price level, home values and rent).
- Lincoln, NE68% matchCompare
- Yakima, WA64% matchCompare
- Amarillo, TX63% matchCompare
- Omaha, NE61% matchCompare
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Stargazing near Pueblo
The nearest certified International Dark Sky Places:
Designations by DarkSky International as recorded in Wikidata (CC0). All dark sky places.
Ski resorts near Pueblo
- Monarch Ski Area 96 miles
- Geneva Basin Ski Area 110 miles
- Echo Mountain Park 111 miles
- Breckenridge Ski Resort 116 miles
Straight-line distance. All ski resorts.
Pros and cons of living in Pueblo
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Pros
- Data Everyday prices in the metro run 8% below the US average (BEA).
- Data Commutes are short: 19 minutes each way on average.
Cons
- Nothing stands out in the data. Locals, what should newcomers know?
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Cities near Pueblo
| City | Distance | Population | Home value | Price level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado Springs, CO | 43 mi | 494,743 | $452,600 | 100.7 | Compare |
| Castle Rock, CO | 79 mi | 83,815 | $652,900 | 105.8 | Compare |
| Highlands Ranch, CO | 92 mi | 102,257 | $712,700 | 105.8 | Compare |
| Centennial, CO | 94 mi | 108,658 | $658,100 | 105.8 | Compare |
| Aurora, CO | 103 mi | 410,053 | $469,100 | 105.8 | Compare |
| Lakewood, CO | 104 mi | 156,927 | $574,400 | 105.8 | Compare |
Straight-line distance between city centers.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Pueblo a good place to live?
It depends on what you need. The numbers show prices below the national average, short commutes. Compare Pueblo side by side with another city to see how it stacks up for you.
What is the population of Pueblo?
The Census Bureau estimates Pueblo had 110,404 residents on July 1, 2025, compared with 111,864 in April 2020 (-1.3%).
How much do you need to earn to live in Pueblo?
Using BEA price levels, a $75,000 salary in an average-priced US city buys about the same as $68,800 in the Pueblo area. The median household here earns $56,664.
When is the best time to visit Pueblo?
By the 1991-2020 climate normals, May and September are the most comfortable months. July averages 93°F and January 48°F for daytime highs.
What county is Pueblo in?
Pueblo is in Pueblo County, Colorado. Source: Census Bureau 2020 geography.
What time zone is Pueblo in?
Pueblo is on Mountain Time (UTC-7, or UTC-6 during daylight saving time from March to November).
What is the elevation of Pueblo?
About 4,692 feet above sea level at the city center. Elevation varies across the city.
Does Colorado have a state income tax?
Yes. Colorado has a flat income tax with a top rate of 4.4% for 2026. Some cities add a local income tax, which is not included here.
Sources
Population: Census Bureau Vintage 2025 estimates (July 1, 2025). Income, housing, education and commuting: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates for the city of Pueblo. Price levels: BEA Regional Price Parities 2024 for the Pueblo, CO metro area. Weather: NOAA 1991-2020 normals, Pueblo Mem Airport, CO station. Taxes: Tax Foundation 2026. How we get our numbers.