Aerial view of Basalt with homes and tree-lined streets below red-rock hills.

Basalt

39.3725° N, 107.0785° W

Overview for Basalt, CO

4,335 people live in Basalt, where the median age is 41.2 and the average individual income is $65,916. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

4,335

Total Population

41.2 years

Median Age

High

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

$65,916

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.

41
Car-Dependent
Walking Score
56
Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Gemma, Free Range Kitchen , and Jalisco Grill Restaurant.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Gemma Logo
Dining 0.32 miles 10 reviews 4.9/5 stars
Free Range Kitchen Logo
Dining · $$ 0.32 miles 136 reviews 4.1/5 stars
Jalisco Grill Restaurant Logo
Dining 0.38 miles 67 reviews 4.3/5 stars
Rynos Pub + Pizzeria Logo
Dining 0.38 miles 10 reviews 4.2/5 stars
La Pastaiola Logo
Dining 0.38 miles 2 reviews 5/5 stars
Alpine Liquor Store Logo
Dining 0.38 miles 2 reviews 4/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Basalt, CO

Population Households Employment

Basalt has 1,963 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. 4,335 people call Basalt home. The population density is 2,143 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

4,335

Total Population

High

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

41.2 years

Median Age

48 / 52%

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
1,963

Total Households

2.21

Average Household Size

$65,916

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

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

Neighborhood Gallery

Aerial view of a bridge crossing a shallow river beside tree-lined banks and homes.
Modern home with expansive windows above a landscaped stone retaining wall.
Two-story house with shingle gables and a covered porch, partly framed by leafy trees.
Tree-lined Basalt road crossing a small bridge, with autumn foliage and a hillside beyond.
Modern home with a stone chimney, dark metal roof, and large windows.
Residential buildings behind leafy trees, with stone steps climbing through landscaped gardens.
Modern home with wood and dark siding, peaked roofs, large windows, and a stone walkway across the lawn.
Modern white house with a tall stone chimney, red balcony accents, and a double garage.
White modern home with a steep metal roof rising above lush garden plants beneath a clear blue sky.
Aerial view of Willits with a roundabout and commercial buildings beneath autumn-colored foothills.
Basalt park amphitheater on a lawn, framed by autumn trees with mountains beyond.
Basalt riverside neighborhood with modern buildings, a walking path, and autumn-colored hills.
Aerial view of Basalt with homes and tree-lined streets below red-rock hills.

Property Listings

Aerial view of Basalt, Colorado, with the river winding past town buildings beneath the foothills.
Active Under Contract
MLS® 194060

$9,995,000

35 Sunset Drive, Basalt, CO 81621
24,245 Sq.Ft.
Modern wood-sided home with a steep gabled roof, warm lights, and mountain views at dusk.
For Sale
MLS® 194812

$7,300,000

129 W Sopris Drive, Basalt, CO 81621
4 Beds 5 Baths 3,743 Sq.Ft.
Multi-level home with rooftop solar panels, a tall steeple, and warmly lit windows at dusk.
For Sale
MLS® 193749

$5,950,000

200 E Homestead Drive, Basalt, CO 81621
5 Beds 3.5 Baths 4,267 Sq.Ft.
Living room with a stone fireplace, timber ceiling beams, and extensive wood built-ins with a library ladder.
For Sale
MLS® 191786

$4,998,000

455 Gold Rivers Court 531 & 532, Basalt, CO 81621
4 Beds 3.5 Baths 2,060 Sq.Ft.
Contemporary living room with a linear fireplace, gray seating, and glass doors opening to trees.
For Sale
MLS® 188992

$4,425,000

103 Willow Road 204, Basalt, CO 81621
3 Beds 3 Baths 2,841 Sq.Ft.
166 Swinging Bridge Lane
For Sale
MLS® 193056

$3,850,000

166 Swinging Bridge Lane, Basalt, CO 81621
3 Beds 3 Baths 1,897 Sq.Ft.
103 Willow Road 201
For Sale
MLS® 186907

$3,675,000

103 Willow Road 201, Basalt, CO 81621
3 Beds 3.5 Baths 2,345 Sq.Ft.
103 Willow Road 101
Active Under Contract
MLS® 191292

$3,555,000

103 Willow Road 101, Basalt, CO 81621
3 Beds 3.5 Baths 2,446 Sq.Ft.
100 Evans Road 104
For Sale
MLS® 193970

$3,300,000

100 Evans Road 104, Basalt, CO 81621
3 Beds 3 Baths 2,254 Sq.Ft.
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