South Fork, Colorado
Quick Statistics
South Fork is a community in Rio Grande County, Colorado, home to about 724 people spread across 2.5 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $42,434 a year, and a typical home is worth about $423,800. About 46.9% of adults hold a college degree, and 87.8% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 88 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Colorado towns GeoStat tracks, South Fork ranks number 251 of 472 in population, number 223 in median household income, number 207 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around South Fork typically top out near 81°F in July, while January nights average about 7°F. The area sees roughly 39 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Alpine, CO | 3.4 mi. | 75 |
| 2. | Gerrard, CO | 3.8 mi. | 332 |
| 3. | Del Norte, CO | 15.9 mi. | 1,653 |
| 4. | City of Creede, CO | 19.8 mi. | 285 |
| 5. | Monte Vista, CO | 27.7 mi. | 4,141 |
| 6. | Center, CO | 29.6 mi. | 2,120 |
| 7. | Piedra, CO | 32.8 mi. | 57 |
| 8. | Pagosa Springs, CO | 34.3 mi. | 2,090 |
What is the population of South Fork, Colorado?
South Fork has a population of about 724 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is South Fork, Colorado in?
South Fork is located in Rio Grande County, Colorado.
What is the median home value in South Fork, Colorado?
The median home value in South Fork is about $423,800, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in South Fork, Colorado?
The median personal income in South Fork is about $42,434 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near South Fork, Colorado?
Since 1950, 3 tornadoes have been recorded in Rio Grande County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in South Fork, Colorado?
Typical July highs run about 81 degrees and January lows about 7 degrees, with around 39 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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