Moffat County Public RecordsColorado

Moffat County, CO, had approximately 8,800 registered voters in 2023, with about 52% Republican, 16% Democrat, and 31% unaffiliated. Voters participate in federal, state, and local elections, including primaries, generals, and special ballots. In 2020, over 75% of ballots favored Republican presidential candidates. Polling is mainly by mail with one main in-person location in Craig. Key issues include energy policy and rural development. Elections are overseen by the County Clerk and Recorder’s office. The dominant party is Republican, though unaffiliated voters have increased slightly in recent years.

As of the 2020 Census, Moffat County, CO, had a population of 13,292. The median age was 39.9 years. Gender distribution was roughly equal, with 50.6% male and 49.4% female. Racially, the county was 89% White, 1% Native American, 1% Black or African American, 0.7% Asian, and 6% identifying as two or more races. Hispanic or Latino residents made up 14.4% of the population.

Moffat County, CO, serves students with 8 public schools, including Moffat County High School. About 89% of adults hold at least a high school diploma, while 16% have a bachelor’s degree or higher. Average statewide school performance scores place Moffat County around 55/100. School safety measures are in place, with relatively low incident rates reported. The district offers advanced placement courses and vocational programs. Adult education is available through Colorado Northwestern Community College, providing GED and career training programs, supporting lifelong learning in the community.

Moffat County, CO, had an employment rate of approximately 61.6% in 2022. Major industries include agriculture, forestry, and mining (19.2%), educational services and healthcare (18.5%), and retail trade (12.1%). Leading occupations are management, business, and science (28.2%), followed by sales and office roles (22.3%). About 78% of workers commute by car, with an average commute time of 13.4 minutes. Most residents work within the county, and Craig is the primary employment hub.

Moffat County, CO, has a homeownership rate of about 74%, with median home values around $250,000 as of 2023. The median gross rent is approximately $900 per month. Housing types are predominantly single-family homes, with some apartments and manufactured homes. Neighborhoods like Craig offer accessible amenities, while rural areas provide larger lots. The market has seen stable prices with slight annual increases of 2-4% since 2020. Property taxes are relatively low, averaging 0.5% of home value, while the county also imposes a sales tax rate of 2.0% in addition to state taxes.

Moffat County, CO, maintains relatively low crime rates compared to national averages. In 2022, the county reported 96 total crimes, including 8 violent offenses and 88 property crimes, according to FBI data. The overall crime rate is approximately 9.1 per 1,000 residents, with violent crime at 0.8 and property crime at 8.3 per 1,000. Local law enforcement encourages community reporting, aiding effective crime response. Safety initiatives and strong community engagement contribute to consistently lower crime levels than both state (Colorado: 25.5 per 1,000) and national averages.