Basalt

The population of Basalt is 3,857, including El Jebel, Old Snowmass, and the Frying Pan Valley is approximately 9,000.

 

Welcome to Basalt

The population of Basalt is 3,857. The population of the immediate area, including El Jebel, Old Snowmass, and the Frying Pan Valley is approximately 9,000.

Education in Basalt

Basalt is in the Roaring Fork School District. There are several day care centers and pre-schools in the area. School buses also transport students from Basalt to two private schools in Aspen – The Aspen Country Day School and Aspen Community School.

Why Buy or Rent a Home in Basalt?

Nestled between the majestic Mount Sopris and Basalt Mountain, hiking and mountain biking trails abound through thousands of acres of pristine mountain wilderness. Anglers dance with the trout along the banks of two gold medal streams, the Roaring Fork and Frying Pan Rivers. Amidst its beautiful surroundings and myriad of activities, Basalt still preserves its original, quaint charm. Located just sixteen miles from Aspen, historic Basalt flourishes with small fashion boutiques, new retail venues, galleries, and some of the best restaurants in the Roaring Fork Valley. Feel free to contact us with any questions about Basalt real estate.


Overview for Basalt, CO

3,802 people live in Basalt, where the median age is 49.8 and the average individual income is $57,643. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

3,802

Total Population

49.8 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$57,643

Average individual Income

Around Basalt, CO

There's plenty to do around Basalt, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

40
Car-Dependent
Walking Score
56
Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Open Sesame, The Whole Empanada, and El JeBeverage.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 2.12 miles 11 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 2.3 miles 5 reviews 4.8/5 stars
Dining 3.02 miles 4 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 2.31 miles 24 reviews 4.7/5 stars
Shopping 2.67 miles 3 reviews 5/5 stars
Shopping 0.37 miles 4 reviews 4.8/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Basalt, CO

Basalt has 1,722 households, with an average household size of 2.21. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Basalt do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 3,802 people call Basalt home. The population density is 1,909.13 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

3,802

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

49.8

Median Age

50.37 / 49.63%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
1,722

Total Households

2.21

Average Household Size

$57,643

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

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White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Basalt, CO

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The following schools are within or nearby Basalt. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
Basalt Elementary School
PUBLIC
PreK - 4th
2/5
Basalt Middle School
PUBLIC
5th - 8th
2/5
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
3/5
Cornerstone Classical School
PRIVATE
PreK - 12th
No rating available

Work With Leah

With over twenty five years of mountain living under her belt, Leah Davis has refined the art of living and working in Aspen. A dedicated Aspenite and a consummate real estate professional, Leah’s commitment and passion goes way beyond the deal and will truly help you find the community behind the home. Contact her today!