Community Profile

Demographics

According to the Colorado Demography Office, in 2018 Basalt’s total population was approximately 4,154, with 31.1% of the population being a Colorado native. NOTE: As the town is split between two counties, it can be challenging at times to compile accurate data on the population.  More accurate data will be available following the 2020 Census.

Visitors and second home owners bolster the community, particularly in summer when town celebrations and recreational activities hit high gear.

Basalt has everything to offer. Whether relocating, passing through or currently established in this bustling community, you are sure to find what you are looking for in this quaint mountain town.

Community Profile

Population
Male: 52.1%
Female: 47.9%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2014-2018 American Community Survey, Print Date: 07/09/2020

Age
Median Resident Age: Update coming soon
Colorado Median Age: Update coming soon

Income
Estimated median household income in Basalt (2018): $72,167
Estimated median household income in Colorado (2018): $68,811
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2014-2018 American Community Survey, Print Date: 07/09/2020

Real Estate
Estimated median house value in Basalt (2018): $603,200
Estimated median house value in Colorado (2018): $313,600
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2014-2018 American Community Survey, Print Date: 07/09/2020

Median sales price for a single-family house (2019): $1,060,000
Median sales price for a condo or townhome (2019): $565,000
Source: Town of Basalt 2020 Master Plan documentation

Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2014-2018 American Community Survey, Print Date: 07/09/2020

Business Profile

Most common industries in Eagle County (2018)

Source: State Demographer’s Office. Industry definitions [PDF]

Basalt is located in two counties – Pitkin and Eagle – with the majority of businesses located in Eagle. The information below is specific to Eagle County, which is predominately centered around the Vail area; the Roaring Fork Valley area of the county represents a smaller portion of the total county. Eagle County data is focused on the economic epicenter of the county – Vail; however Pitkin County’s economic epicenter is Aspen, so both counties are skewed by the ski resorts and the tourism that is driven by those areas.

Basalt’s industry mix is more diversified, however it is challenging to find reports at such a granular level.