Summit County has a rich history that goes back to 1861, when it was organized as one of the original 17 Colorado Counties. Named for the many mountain summits which range in elevation from 8,000 to 14,000 feet above sea level, the county is home to nearly 25,000 people. The major cities and towns in Summit County include: Blue Ridge, Breckenridge, Dillon, Dyersville, Frisco, Heeney, Keystone, Montezuma and Silverthorne.
Demographics
In Summit County, Colorado, the economy has been stable over the last few years. The median income for a household is $66,914, and the median income for a family is $80,441. Only 3.1% of the county’s families, and 9% of the county’s population fell below the federal poverty limits.
There are approximately 10,000 households in Summit County, with a population density of 40 households per square mile. The average home in Summit County was $905,030 and $398,051 for a condo, townhome or duplex.
Summit County Nature and Recreation
Summit County is exceptionally proud of its over 14,000 acres of open space and public trails. This land is set aside and protected for residents and visitors enjoyment, and boasts over 20 miles of natural surface trails that are maintained by the county with the help of over 550 volunteers.
In addition to the hiking opportunities the county provides, many people come to Summit County to ski and snowboard during the winter months. During the summer months, horseback riding, boating, gold mine tours and kayaking are popular recreational activities available in Summit County.
