Summit County was established in 1861 and is now the 19th most populous county in Colorado. It is located high in the Rocky Mountains and has several Colorado ski resorts and areas designed to capitalize on this fortunate fact. It is known as "Colorado's playground" because of the several outdoor activities it has to offer. It also has many other things to offer including wonderful scenic areas, and a safe and at home feel. The population was 25,399 people in Summit County in 2005.
The people of Summit County
Summit County has around 41 people per square mile. The population however is relatively low compared to other counties in the United States. The small square miles makes it so it has a small town feel but allows the community members to be close to and able to interact with their neighbors. This is a popular reason so many people are considering relocating to Colorado. It has a rich combination of many different races creating diversity and cultural awareness and interaction inside the county. The average family size is only around 2.86 creating a small family atmosphere. There is a significantly higher number of males in the county in comparison to females. For every 100 females there are 139 male counterparts. Summit County is also a safe county with a low rate of violent crimes. It also is low in pollution and is an excellent place for a growing family.
Local Attractions in Summit County
There are a large amount of trails that run specifically through a large part of Summit County. These trails along with several bicycle routes make it possible for the residents of Summit County to remain active. It is a great place to get in shape and there are always plenty of options to stay fit. In the summer a resident has the capability to bike, run, or jog on several of the trails and routes. In the winter they are blessed with the ability so ski to remain fit. All this combined with the many options in Summit County real estate makes this part of Colorado a great place to live.
