Buena Vista Public RecordsColorado

Buena Vista, located in Chaffee County, Colorado, had a population of approximately 2,965 in 2022. The median age is about 44.6 years, indicating a slightly older population. Gender distribution is nearly even, with 50.6% male and 49.4% female. The racial and ethnic composition is predominantly White (93.3%), with smaller groups of Hispanic or Latino (7.6%), two or more races (3.6%), and very small percentages of other races, African American, and Asian residents, each under 1%.

Buena Vista, Chaffee County, CO, has one public high school, Buena Vista High School, serving about 275 students with a graduation rate of 92%. There are a total of 4 public schools (elementary through high school) in the Buena Vista School District. Approximately 38% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. School safety ratings are above average, with a score of 7/10 from GreatSchools. The district offers Advanced Placement (AP) courses, vocational programs, and adult education through local community partnerships.

Buena Vista, Chaffee County, CO, features a homeownership rate around 68%, with median home values near $530,000 in 2024. The median monthly rent is about $1,300. Housing mainly consists of single-family homes and some townhomes, spread across neighborhoods like The Midland and BV River Park. Recent years have seen property values rise approximately 6% annually. Property tax rates average 0.48%, lower than the national average, making it attractive for buyers. Rental availability is limited due to high demand, contributing to increasing property values and competitive markets.

Buena Vista, Chaffee County, CO, primarily relies on personal vehicles, with about 79% of commuters driving alone and an average commute time of 15 minutes (U.S. Census ACS, 2022). Only around 0.5% of residents use public transit, as fixed-route options are limited to Chaffee Shuttle, a demand-response service. Vehicle ownership is high, with over 93% of households owning at least one car. Transportation infrastructure includes US-24 and CO-306, facilitating regional travel. Major employment hubs include local government, schools, hospitality, and outdoor recreation businesses, concentrated within the town and the nearby Arkansas River corridor.

Buena Vista, in Chaffee County, CO, is served primarily by the Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center’s Buena Vista Health Center and several family clinics. The county has one hospital (Heart of the Rockies in Salida, 25 miles away). About 85% of residents have health insurance, primarily through employer-based plans, Medicare, or Medicaid. The population (approx. 2,900) skews older, with 25% aged 65+, and common health issues include heart disease, diabetes, and respiratory illnesses. Healthcare provider density is lower than state average, with about 1 primary care physician per 2,000 residents.