Relocating to Durango, Colorado? This area boasts some of the most beautiful land in the nation. Perfect for those who enjoy the rugged outdoors and a spectacular view---along with basic necessities, such as schools, banking, and utility services.

Durango is proud of its diverse culture with a really broad spectrum of lifestyles. People are drawn to Durango from all over the country and the world. Durango, Colorado is tucked away in the southwestern corner of Colorado. It is positioned between the Animas River Valley and the San Juan Mountains. With a population of 15,000, this charming town offers a mixture of frontier spirit, natural beauty and friendly folks. The town of Durango is in La Plata County, which has an overall population of 48,000.

After your move, be sure to check out our Shopping, Things to Do, About Durango, and Restaurants information for activities for you and your family to enjoy.

Education

	Durango School District 9-R 201 E. 12th St. Durango, CO 81301 (970) 247-5411 Durango School District 9-R serves the community through 11 schools, including 1 comprehensive high school, 2 middle schools, 7 elementary schools, and the Exel Charter School for 6th through 12th grade students. Enrollment has remained steady for the past few years at 4,900 students.		Bayfield School Disrtict 10 24 S. Clover Bayfield, CO 81122 (970) 884-2496 Bayfield School District 10 consists of 1 high school, 1 middle school, and 1 elementary school. Approximately 1,047 students attend.
	Ignacio School District 11 315 Ignacio St. Ignacio, CO 81137 (970) 563-9434 Ignacio School District 11 consists of 1 high school, 1 junior high, 1 intermediate, and 1 elementary school.		Adult Education Center Inc. 301 E. 12th St. Durango, CO 81301 (970) 385-4354
	Fort Lewis College 1000 Rim Dr. Durango, CO 81301 (970) 247-7010 Fort Lewis College is a four-year, fully accredited, liberal arts institution and a member of the Colorado State University System. Fort Lewis has 24 degree programs with an enrollment of approximately 4,500 students.The campus sits on 362 acres overlooking Durango with 1,560 students living on campus in 15 residence halls and apartment complexes.		Pueblo Community College 701 Camino del Rio, Suite 100 Durango, CO 81301 (970) 247-2929 Pueblo Community College provides educational programs and services to the citizens of La Plata, Archuleta, Montezuma, Dolores, and San Juan Counties.

General Information		Communications-Newspaper:
		Durango Herald 1275 Main Ave. (970) 247-3504	Durango Telegraph 1039 E Third Ave. #25 (970) 259-0448
		Chamber of Commerce:
		Durango Chamber of Commerce (970) 247-0312	Pagosa Springs Chamber of Commerce (970) 264-2360
Emergency-Police:	Drivers License:	Post Office:	Public Library:
Durango Sheriff (970) 247-1157 Durango State Patrol (970) 385-1675	(970) 247-4591	222 W. 8th St. Durango, CO 81301 (970) 247-3434	1188 E. 2nd Ave. Durango, CO 81301 (970) 375-3380
Medical:
Southwest Women's Health Associates 1199 Main Ave. Suite 205 Durango, CO 81301 (970) 247-0042		Mercy Medical Center 1010 Three Springs Blvd. Durango, CO 81301 (970) 247-4311	Durango Cancer Center 3801 N. Main Ave. Durango, CO 81301 (970) 385-4746

Climate	Durango enjoys an idea four season climate with moderate temperatures year-round. Durango, Colorado rests in one of the most beautiful areas in Southwest Colorado.
	Winter:
	Winters are mostly mild and sunny. Winter snowfall is an average of 71" a year, but because of low elevation and great solar exposure (300 days of sunshine per year) snow removal is only an occasional chore of manageable size. At higher elevations, like Durango Mountain Resort, snowfall averages 250"' per year.
	Spring:
	Springtime brings warmer weather with rain (annual precipitation of 19" per year) to brighten up greening lawns and high country meadows.
Summer:
During Summer, temperatures seldom reach more than the high 80's and then just for a week or two. Rivers stay relatively full in the summer, due to deep snow accumulation in the surrounding mountains.
Fall:
Fall days are cool and dry, perfect for a mountain hike or drive to see the golden aspen and red-orange scrub oak. Not only is Durango Weather perfect, but Durango is close to many attractions such as Four Corners National Monument (where Utah, Colorado, New Mexico and Arizona meet), Mesa Verde National Park and more.

Taxes

State Income Tax
Tax rate is 4.75% of taxable income.

Sales & Use Tax
Tax totals 7.9% and is comprised of 2.9% state, 2% county, and 3% city.

Lodging Tax
A tax of 2% is collected on all lodging properties in the county and city.

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