City of Monte Vista
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Monte Vista County At A Glance 2013 Population (SDO) Pop. Growth 2000-2013 (SDO) Median Household Income (ACS 09-13) County Employment 2014 (SDO)
Monte Vista
4,355 -5.3% $38,634 5,347
Source: Colorado State Demography Office; ACS 2009-2013, U.S. Census Bureau
Population
Median Age
35.6
Monte Vista Population, 2000-2013 4,744
4,800 4,700
4,676 4,601 4,612 4,601
4,651 4,564
Population
4,600
4,467 4,458
4,500
Per Capita Income
4,432 4,451 4,418 4,412
$17,151
4,355
4,400 4,300 4,200
30.9 %
4,100 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 Year
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Monte Vista’s population declined 5.3 percent between 2000 and 2013 – from 4,601 in 2000 to 4,355 in 2013. Most recently, the city lost over 200 residents in the period from 2010 to 2013. Population loss in Monte Vista accounts for about one-third of the drop in Rio Grande County, which declined by 693 during 2000 to 2013. Monte Vista accounts for 37.1% of the population of Rio Grande County. Colorado grew by 4.26 percent during the period of 2010 to 2013.
Since 2000, Monte Vista has seen the greatest decreases in the age groups 35 to 44 and 10 to 19. A significant increase is noted in the age group, 55 to 64. This is consistent with an aging Baby Boomer population. It is a trend expected to continue for 15 to 20 years.
No health insurance
19.4%
Monte Vista Population by Age 2000-2010 800
724 729
759
700
661 656
643
615
574
600
605
538 540 503
496
Population
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Homes with no Mortgage
Source: Colorado State Demography Office
500 400
355 275
300
300
200 100 0 9 & under
10 to 19
20 to 24
25 to 34
35 to 44
45 to 54
55 to 64
65 & over
Age Group Monte Vista 2000
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Monte Vista 2010
Source: U.S. Census Bureau
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Housing & Households Monte Vista Housing Units Total Housing Units Occupied Units Owner-Occupied Renter-Occupied Vacant Units Seasonal Other Vacant
2000 1854 1715 1101 614 139 20 119
2010 1960 1774 1064 710 186 22 164
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The vacancy rate was 9.5% in 2010, excluding seasonal housing it was 8.4%. Owner-occupied units are 54.3% of occupied units. About 40% of occupied units are rental units. Occupied units account for 90.5% of total units. Total housing units grew by 106 from 2000 to 2010.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau
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The number of households in Monte Vista increased 59 from 2000 to 2010. Nonfamily households grew by 98, while other categories declined. About 27% of households are persons 65 and older. Persons living alone account for 30% of households. The number of households with children fell by 69. Family households fell 39.
Monte Vista Households 2,000 1,800
1,715
1,774
1,600 1,400
1,212 1,173
1,200 1,000 800
702
633
601
600
503
444
527
443
480
400 200 Households
With children under 18
Family Households 2000
Nonfamily Households 2010
Persons Living Households with Alone Persons 65+ Source: U.S. Census Bureau
Race & Ethnicity Monte Vista Pop. by Race/Ethnicity Total White Afro-American Native Asian Pacific Islander Other Race Two or More Hispanic* Source: U.S. Census Bureau
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2000 4,529 2,857 17 73 13 2 1,441 126 2,636
2010 4,444 3,037 17 84 15 1,109 182 2,726
2010% 100 68.3 0.4 1.9 0.3 0 25 4.1 61.3
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In Monte Vista, 31.7% identify as a race other than White. That reflects a greater diversity than the state as a whole, where 20.9% identify racially as other than White. Over 60% in Monte Vista identify as Hispanic (61.3%), which compares to 20.8% in Colorado. The share of Monte Vistans that identify as Hispanic grew from 2000 to 2010. In 2000, 58.2% identified as Hispanic.
* Hispanic origin is considered an ethnicity, not a race by the U.S. Census Bureau. Hispanics may be of any race.
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Income The chart below shows the distribution of income in Monte Vista compared to the rest of Colorado. Monte Vista has a large percentage of residents making less than $25,000 annually, 36.2%. That compares to 20% statewide making less than $25,000 per year. A very large percentage in Monte Vista, 88.1%, have incomes up to $75,000. At incomes over $75,000, Monte Vista lags behind state. The greatest contrast is with incomes over $75,000 where only 12% in Monte Vista are above that income level. Statewide, 38.6% have an annual income above $75,000. The Median Household Income (MHI) for Monte Vista is $38,634, lower than the state MHI of $58,433.
Monte Vista Household Income Distribution 25
% of Households
20.7
19.6
18.6
20
20.2 18.4
13.4
15
13.2
11.6 9.4
9
8.6
10
9.6
6.2
6.1
5.9
5.2
4.4
5
0 0 Less than $10,000
$10,000 to $14,999
$15,000 to $24,999
$25,000 to $34,999
$35,000 to $49,999
$50,000 to $74,999
$75,000 to $99,999
$100,000 to $199,999
$200,000 or more
Annual Income Monte Vista
Education Monte Vista is behind the state in the percentage of residents with college degrees with 20.5% holding Associate’s, Bachelor’s or advanced degrees. Statewide, 45.2% have college degrees. However, 33.9% in Monte Vista are high school graduates, compared to only 22.1% in Colorado. Monte Vista has a higher percentage – 22.1% - of those who have not finished high school, compared to 9.8% statewide.
Colorado
Source: ACS 2009-2013, U.S. Census Bureau
Monte Vista Education Monte Vista 4.2
Graduate or Professional Degree
13.4 7.3
Bachelor's degree
23.6 9 8.2
Associate's degree
23.5 22.8
Some college
33.9
High School Graduate
22.1 8.6
9th to 12th grade, no diploma
5.7 13.5
Less than High School
4.1
0 Source: ACS 2009-2013, U.S. Census Bureau
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Colorado
5
10
15
20
25
30
% of Population over 25 yrs.
35
40
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Commuting Where workers live and where they work tells us where jobs are located. Commuting affects roads and access to employees. According to the graph below, 65.4% of workers who live in Monte Vista work in Rio Grande County; 45% who live in Monte Vista, work in Monte Vista. Of those living in Monte Vista, 34.6% work outside the county and over one-half, 55%, of those living in Monte Vista work outside the city.
Monte Vista Commuting, 2009-2013 workers 16 and older
34.6% 45.0%
Work in town of residence Work outside town of residence Work in county of residence
65.4%
Work outstide county of residence
55.0%
Source: ACS 2009-2013, U.S. Census Bureau
Jobs & the Economy An analysis of Base Industries in Rio Grande County shows the importance of Agriculture to the county’s economy, accounting for 37%. Retirees (16.8%), Other Households (11.7%) and Regional Services (11.1%) also account for large segments of the county’s economy. Tourism represents 7.5% and Government 6.5%. Base Industries are those that bring new dollars to the region.
Rio Grande County Base Industries 2013 Source: Colo. State Demography Office
Other Households, 11.7%
Retirees, 16.8%
Agriculture, 37.0%
Tourism, 7.5%
Regional Services, 11.1% Mining, 0.0%
Government, 6.5%
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Manufacturing, 1.1%
5 A look at jobs by industry, below, indicates where the jobs are in the local economy. The top job sectors in Rio Grande County are: • Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting • Government • Health Services • Retail Trade • Accommodation & Food Services Total average employment for Rio Grande County in 2014 is 5,347.
Rio Grande County Jobs by Sector, 2014 Accommodation and food Admin and waste Agriculture Arts Construction Education Finance activities Government Health Services Information Management of companies and enterprise Manufacturing Mining Other services, except public administration Professional and business services Real estate Retail Trade Transportation and warehousing Utilities Wholesale trade Total Jobs
381 114 1,303 73 300 23 140 959 453 16 140 334 159 95 416 96 65 282 5,347
Source: Colorado State Demography Office
Economic Industry Mix Share of Jobs by Industry Agriculture Mining Utilities Construction Manufacturing Wholesale trade Retail Trade Transportation and warehousing Information Finance activities Real estate Professional and business services Management of companies and enterprise Admin and waste Education Health Services Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation Accommodation and food Other services, except public administration Government
Rio Grande Monte County Vista 24% 32% 0% 0% 1% 2% 6% 3% 3% 1% 5% 9% 8% 6% 2% 2% 0% 1% 3% 3% 2% 0% 3% 2% 0% 0% 2% 1% 0% 0% 8% 9% 1% 1% 7% 8% 6% 3% 23% 17%
Source: Colorado State Demography Office
Monte Vista reflects an industry mix similar to Rio Grande County. Agriculture and Government are the largest segments of the job mix. A slightly higher percentage of residents in Monte Vista work in Agriculture than do in Rio Grande County. A significant percentage from Monte Vista work in Government, although less than countywide.
Rio Grande County Job & Population Forecast 2010 2015 2020 2025 2030
Population 12,001 12,124 13,165 13,892 14,777
Total Jobs 5,879 5,694 6,205 6,647 6,955
Source: Colorado State Demography Office
This community profile was compiled by the San Luis Valley Development Resources Group and the San Luis Valley Council of Governments, with assistance from the Colorado State Demography Office. For further information, contact Director of Research Hew Hallock at (719) 589-6099, or e-mail [email protected].
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Forecasting job and population growth to 2030, the State Demography Office projects population will grow at an annual rate of 1.7% to 1.1%. The population over 65 years of age will continue to grow as a percentage of the total population, which could drive job growth in service industries and indicate a migration of workers to replace those retiring from the labor force over the next 10 years.
Monte Vista County At A Glance 2013 Population (SDO) Pop. Growth 2000-2013 (SDO) Median Household Income (ACS 09-13) County Employment 2014 (SDO)
Monte Vista
4,355 -5.3% $38,634 5,347
Source: Colorado State Demography Office; ACS 2009-2013, U.S. Census Bureau
Population
Median Age
35.6
Monte Vista Population, 2000-2013 4,744
4,800 4,700
4,676 4,601 4,612 4,601
4,651 4,564
Population
4,600
4,467 4,458
4,500
Per Capita Income
4,432 4,451 4,418 4,412
$17,151
4,355
4,400 4,300 4,200
30.9 %
4,100 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 Year
• • • •
Monte Vista’s population declined 5.3 percent between 2000 and 2013 – from 4,601 in 2000 to 4,355 in 2013. Most recently, the city lost over 200 residents in the period from 2010 to 2013. Population loss in Monte Vista accounts for about one-third of the drop in Rio Grande County, which declined by 693 during 2000 to 2013. Monte Vista accounts for 37.1% of the population of Rio Grande County. Colorado grew by 4.26 percent during the period of 2010 to 2013.
Since 2000, Monte Vista has seen the greatest decreases in the age groups 35 to 44 and 10 to 19. A significant increase is noted in the age group, 55 to 64. This is consistent with an aging Baby Boomer population. It is a trend expected to continue for 15 to 20 years.
No health insurance
19.4%
Monte Vista Population by Age 2000-2010 800
724 729
759
700
661 656
643
615
574
600
605
538 540 503
496
Population
•
Homes with no Mortgage
Source: Colorado State Demography Office
500 400
355 275
300
300
200 100 0 9 & under
10 to 19
20 to 24
25 to 34
35 to 44
45 to 54
55 to 64
65 & over
Age Group Monte Vista 2000
Prepared by:
Monte Vista 2010
Source: U.S. Census Bureau
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Housing & Households Monte Vista Housing Units Total Housing Units Occupied Units Owner-Occupied Renter-Occupied Vacant Units Seasonal Other Vacant
2000 1854 1715 1101 614 139 20 119
2010 1960 1774 1064 710 186 22 164
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The vacancy rate was 9.5% in 2010, excluding seasonal housing it was 8.4%. Owner-occupied units are 54.3% of occupied units. About 40% of occupied units are rental units. Occupied units account for 90.5% of total units. Total housing units grew by 106 from 2000 to 2010.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau
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The number of households in Monte Vista increased 59 from 2000 to 2010. Nonfamily households grew by 98, while other categories declined. About 27% of households are persons 65 and older. Persons living alone account for 30% of households. The number of households with children fell by 69. Family households fell 39.
Monte Vista Households 2,000 1,800
1,715
1,774
1,600 1,400
1,212 1,173
1,200 1,000 800
702
633
601
600
503
444
527
443
480
400 200 Households
With children under 18
Family Households 2000
Nonfamily Households 2010
Persons Living Households with Alone Persons 65+ Source: U.S. Census Bureau
Race & Ethnicity Monte Vista Pop. by Race/Ethnicity Total White Afro-American Native Asian Pacific Islander Other Race Two or More Hispanic* Source: U.S. Census Bureau
Prepared by:
2000 4,529 2,857 17 73 13 2 1,441 126 2,636
2010 4,444 3,037 17 84 15 1,109 182 2,726
2010% 100 68.3 0.4 1.9 0.3 0 25 4.1 61.3
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In Monte Vista, 31.7% identify as a race other than White. That reflects a greater diversity than the state as a whole, where 20.9% identify racially as other than White. Over 60% in Monte Vista identify as Hispanic (61.3%), which compares to 20.8% in Colorado. The share of Monte Vistans that identify as Hispanic grew from 2000 to 2010. In 2000, 58.2% identified as Hispanic.
* Hispanic origin is considered an ethnicity, not a race by the U.S. Census Bureau. Hispanics may be of any race.
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Income The chart below shows the distribution of income in Monte Vista compared to the rest of Colorado. Monte Vista has a large percentage of residents making less than $25,000 annually, 36.2%. That compares to 20% statewide making less than $25,000 per year. A very large percentage in Monte Vista, 88.1%, have incomes up to $75,000. At incomes over $75,000, Monte Vista lags behind state. The greatest contrast is with incomes over $75,000 where only 12% in Monte Vista are above that income level. Statewide, 38.6% have an annual income above $75,000. The Median Household Income (MHI) for Monte Vista is $38,634, lower than the state MHI of $58,433.
Monte Vista Household Income Distribution 25
% of Households
20.7
19.6
18.6
20
20.2 18.4
13.4
15
13.2
11.6 9.4
9
8.6
10
9.6
6.2
6.1
5.9
5.2
4.4
5
0 0 Less than $10,000
$10,000 to $14,999
$15,000 to $24,999
$25,000 to $34,999
$35,000 to $49,999
$50,000 to $74,999
$75,000 to $99,999
$100,000 to $199,999
$200,000 or more
Annual Income Monte Vista
Education Monte Vista is behind the state in the percentage of residents with college degrees with 20.5% holding Associate’s, Bachelor’s or advanced degrees. Statewide, 45.2% have college degrees. However, 33.9% in Monte Vista are high school graduates, compared to only 22.1% in Colorado. Monte Vista has a higher percentage – 22.1% - of those who have not finished high school, compared to 9.8% statewide.
Colorado
Source: ACS 2009-2013, U.S. Census Bureau
Monte Vista Education Monte Vista 4.2
Graduate or Professional Degree
13.4 7.3
Bachelor's degree
23.6 9 8.2
Associate's degree
23.5 22.8
Some college
33.9
High School Graduate
22.1 8.6
9th to 12th grade, no diploma
5.7 13.5
Less than High School
4.1
0 Source: ACS 2009-2013, U.S. Census Bureau
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Colorado
5
10
15
20
25
30
% of Population over 25 yrs.
35
40
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Commuting Where workers live and where they work tells us where jobs are located. Commuting affects roads and access to employees. According to the graph below, 65.4% of workers who live in Monte Vista work in Rio Grande County; 45% who live in Monte Vista, work in Monte Vista. Of those living in Monte Vista, 34.6% work outside the county and over one-half, 55%, of those living in Monte Vista work outside the city.
Monte Vista Commuting, 2009-2013 workers 16 and older
34.6% 45.0%
Work in town of residence Work outside town of residence Work in county of residence
65.4%
Work outstide county of residence
55.0%
Source: ACS 2009-2013, U.S. Census Bureau
Jobs & the Economy An analysis of Base Industries in Rio Grande County shows the importance of Agriculture to the county’s economy, accounting for 37%. Retirees (16.8%), Other Households (11.7%) and Regional Services (11.1%) also account for large segments of the county’s economy. Tourism represents 7.5% and Government 6.5%. Base Industries are those that bring new dollars to the region.
Rio Grande County Base Industries 2013 Source: Colo. State Demography Office
Other Households, 11.7%
Retirees, 16.8%
Agriculture, 37.0%
Tourism, 7.5%
Regional Services, 11.1% Mining, 0.0%
Government, 6.5%
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Manufacturing, 1.1%
5 A look at jobs by industry, below, indicates where the jobs are in the local economy. The top job sectors in Rio Grande County are: • Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting • Government • Health Services • Retail Trade • Accommodation & Food Services Total average employment for Rio Grande County in 2014 is 5,347.
Rio Grande County Jobs by Sector, 2014 Accommodation and food Admin and waste Agriculture Arts Construction Education Finance activities Government Health Services Information Management of companies and enterprise Manufacturing Mining Other services, except public administration Professional and business services Real estate Retail Trade Transportation and warehousing Utilities Wholesale trade Total Jobs
381 114 1,303 73 300 23 140 959 453 16 140 334 159 95 416 96 65 282 5,347
Source: Colorado State Demography Office
Economic Industry Mix Share of Jobs by Industry Agriculture Mining Utilities Construction Manufacturing Wholesale trade Retail Trade Transportation and warehousing Information Finance activities Real estate Professional and business services Management of companies and enterprise Admin and waste Education Health Services Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation Accommodation and food Other services, except public administration Government
Rio Grande Monte County Vista 24% 32% 0% 0% 1% 2% 6% 3% 3% 1% 5% 9% 8% 6% 2% 2% 0% 1% 3% 3% 2% 0% 3% 2% 0% 0% 2% 1% 0% 0% 8% 9% 1% 1% 7% 8% 6% 3% 23% 17%
Source: Colorado State Demography Office
Monte Vista reflects an industry mix similar to Rio Grande County. Agriculture and Government are the largest segments of the job mix. A slightly higher percentage of residents in Monte Vista work in Agriculture than do in Rio Grande County. A significant percentage from Monte Vista work in Government, although less than countywide.
Rio Grande County Job & Population Forecast 2010 2015 2020 2025 2030
Population 12,001 12,124 13,165 13,892 14,777
Total Jobs 5,879 5,694 6,205 6,647 6,955
Source: Colorado State Demography Office
This community profile was compiled by the San Luis Valley Development Resources Group and the San Luis Valley Council of Governments, with assistance from the Colorado State Demography Office. For further information, contact Director of Research Hew Hallock at (719) 589-6099, or e-mail [email protected].
Prepared by:
Forecasting job and population growth to 2030, the State Demography Office projects population will grow at an annual rate of 1.7% to 1.1%. The population over 65 years of age will continue to grow as a percentage of the total population, which could drive job growth in service industries and indicate a migration of workers to replace those retiring from the labor force over the next 10 years.
