Cortez, CO


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Cortez, CO

About Cortez, CO

Living in Cortez, CO is an incredible experience. From the stunning views of the red rock mesas and snow-capped mountains to the small-town community feel, this area offers something for everyone. With plenty of outdoor activities to enjoy like fishing, camping, horseback riding, and rock climbing, it's a great place to spend time outdoors. The town also boasts a number of historic sites such as Hovenweep National Monument, Canyons of the Ancients National Monument, and Mesa Verde National Park. With so much to do and explore in and around Cortez, it's no wonder why so many choose to call it home!

State: Colorado
County: Montezuma County
Metro Area: No Metro Area
City: Cortez
Zip Codes: 81321
Cost of Living:

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Cortez Cost of Living



$276,800
-22.1% lower than avg
$51,924
-32.9% lower than avg
8.6 / 5.3
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summer/winter
Cortez Crime
46.8 / 100
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low) to 100 (high). US average: 35.4
Minimum annual income
To live comfortably in Cortez, Colorado
$52,920
for a family
$34,000
for a single person
Reviews for Cortez
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A digital nomad / nature lover's sunny, perfect weather paradise, at half the cost of touristy Durango. Cortez is Colorado's under-the-radar town that's mostly only  More
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I moved out to Cortez, Colorado after a 30 day trip around the US. Of all the places I visited, this was the place I deemed best to move for a multitude of reasons. It  More
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I've live on this area and cannot recommend it to anyone. Cortez and Montezuma county are horrible. School are bad. After meeting several local teachers I am surprised  More
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