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Vail

#1 in Best Places to Live in Eagle County
  • A-
    Overall Grade
  • Town in Colorado
  • 8 reviews
A-
Overall Niche Grade
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  1. Public Schools
    B-
  2. Crime & Safety
    B
  3. Housing
    C
  4. Nightlife
    A
  5. Good for Families
    B+
  6. Diversity
    B
  7. Jobs
    B
  8. Weather
    B-
  9. Cost of Living
    C-
  10. Health & Fitness
    A+
  11. Outdoor Activities
    A-
  12. Commute
    A+
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Population
5,363

Real Estate

Median Home Value
$556,600
National
$184,700
Median Rent
$1,377
National
$949
Area Feel
Suburban
Rent vs. Own
  • Rent
    37%
  • Own
    63%
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Vail Rankings

Niche ranks thousands of places to live based on key statistics from the U.S. Census and and expert insights.

Crime & Safety

Crime & Safety
B
Based on violent and property crime rates.
Violent Crimes
  • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
National
  • Assault
    146
    283
  • Murder
    0
    6
  • Rape
    112
    41
  • Robbery
    0
    136
Property Crimes
  • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
National
  • Burglary
    491
    500
  • Theft
    4,494
    2,043
  • Motor Vehicle Theft
    164
    284
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Residents

Diversity
B
Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
Median Household Income
$73,125
National
$55,322
Children
11%
Education Levels
National
  • Master's degree or higher
    16%
    12%
  • Bachelor's degree
    43%
    19%
  • Some college or associate's degree
    31%
    29%
  • High school diploma or equivalent
    9%
    28%
  • Less than high school diploma
    1%
    13%
  • Public Schools
  • Private Schools
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Vail Reviews

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Vail, Colorado is a magical place to live. The beauty of Vail is the first outstanding attraction of this small town that will grab a visitor's attention. To top it off, this small village is a warm and friendly place to live with a diverse cross-section of America. The variety of visitors from all over the world makes Vail an exciting place to vacation. There are so many activities to do year round and there is something for everyone. I've lived here five months and feel as though this is home for me. If the town could be a bit more affordable (housing and food), then Vail would be the perfect place to live for many who dream of living in such a magnificent area of our great nation.
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If you enjoy the outdoors, whether it's skiing, snowboarding, hiking, biking, rafting, golfing, and want to live in the mountains and have access to fine dining and entertainment, Vail and the surrounding area is a great option.
I would like to see Vail become more welcoming and accepting of younger crowds. Also, some different variety in the food atmosphere would be appreciated. The Ford Park is wonderful and the Village is very well-kept.