Dakota Ridge SnackAbility
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Cost of living in Dakota Ridge summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Dakota Ridge. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Colorado. Key points include:
The cost of living in Dakota Ridge is 137 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Dakota Ridge is 1.4x higher than the national average.
The median home value in Dakota Ridge is $607,337.
The median income in Dakota Ridge is $120,822.
Dakota Ridge's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Dakota Ridge Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Dakota Ridge | Colorado | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 137 | 114 | 100 |
| Services | 105 | 104 | 100 |
| Groceries | 106 | 107 | 100 |
| Health | 207 | 135 | 100 |
| Housing | 102 | 104 | 100 |
| Transportation | 107 | 107 | 100 |
| Utilities | 103 | 107 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Dakota Ridge, CO Weather
The average high in Dakota Ridge is 62.8° and the average low is 34.5°.
There are 45.7 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 18.1 inches of precipitation each year with 78.6 inches of snow.
| Stat | Dakota Ridge |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 62.8 |
| Average Annual Low | 34.5 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 45.7 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 18.1 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 78.6 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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Map Of Dakota Ridge, CO
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Dakota Ridge Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Dakota Ridge
The current population in Dakota Ridge is 33,753. The population has increased 9.7% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 33,753 | -1.2% |
| 2023 | 34,159 | -0.2% |
| 2022 | 34,234 | -0.4% |
| 2021 | 34,361 | -0.8% |
| 2020 | 34,655 | -0.0% |
| 2019 | 34,659 | 1.2% |
| 2018 | 34,250 | 0.9% |
| 2017 | 33,942 | -0.6% |
| 2016 | 34,133 | 1.6% |
| 2015 | 33,580 | -0.0% |
| 2014 | 33,583 | 1.7% |
| 2013 | 33,009 | 1.9% |
| 2012 | 32,395 | 3.6% |
| 2011 | 31,264 | 1.6% |
| 2010 | 30,776 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Dakota Ridge
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Dakota Ridge is:
73.3% White with 24,754 White residents.
0.7% African American with 247 African American residents.
0.2% American Indian with 52 American Indian residents.
3.8% Asian with 1,272 Asian residents.
0.1% Hawaiian with 45 Hawaiian residents.
0.7% Other with 235 Other residents.
4.6% Two Or More with 1,551 Two Or More residents.
16.6% Hispanic with 5,597 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Dakota Ridge | CO | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 73.3% | 64.8% | 57.4% |
| African American | 0.7% | 3.8% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 3.8% | 3.2% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.1% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 4.6% | 4.6% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 16.6% | 22.5% | 19.3% |
Gender in Dakota Ridge
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Dakota Ridge is 49.4% female with 16,672 female residents.
Dakota Ridge is 50.6% male with 17,081 male residents.
| Gender | Dakota Ridge | CO | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.4% | 49.3% | 50.5% |
| Male | 50.6% | 50.7% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Dakota Ridge for adults over 25
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0.0% of adults in Dakota Ridge completed < 9th grade.
2.0% of adults in Dakota Ridge completed 9-12th grade.
18.0% of adults in Dakota Ridge completed high school / ged.
18.0% of adults in Dakota Ridge completed some college.
10.0% of adults in Dakota Ridge completed associate's degree.
34.0% of adults in Dakota Ridge completed bachelor's degree.
13.0% of adults in Dakota Ridge completed master's degree.
2.0% of adults in Dakota Ridge completed professional degree.
3.0% of adults in Dakota Ridge completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Dakota Ridge | CO | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 0.0% | 3.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 2.0% | 4.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 18.0% | 20.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 18.0% | 19.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 10.0% | 8.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 34.0% | 28.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 13.0% | 13.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 2.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 3.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Dakota Ridge, Colorado
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2.1% of households in Dakota Ridge earn Less than $10,000.
1.1% of households in Dakota Ridge earn $10,000 to $14,999.
2.4% of households in Dakota Ridge earn $15,000 to $24,999.
3.0% of households in Dakota Ridge earn $25,000 to $34,999.
4.2% of households in Dakota Ridge earn $35,000 to $49,999.
12.8% of households in Dakota Ridge earn $50,000 to $74,999.
15.6% of households in Dakota Ridge earn $75,000 to $99,999.
23.1% of households in Dakota Ridge earn $100,000 to $149,999.
15.0% of households in Dakota Ridge earn $150,000 to $199,999.
20.7% of households in Dakota Ridge earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Dakota Ridge | CO | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 2.1% | 3.9% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 1.1% | 2.4% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 2.4% | 4.8% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 3.0% | 5.2% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 4.2% | 8.4% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 12.8% | 14.6% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 15.6% | 12.8% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 23.1% | 19.2% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 15.0% | 11.7% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 20.7% | 17.0% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
