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Rifle, CO is a small town located in in the Northwestern part of Colorado. It has plenty to offer for those looking for an affordable lifestyle, whether it be for work or pleasure. The average 2 bedroom rent in Rifle is $1,380 per month and this is much cheaper than the US average of $1,430. People living in Rifle can also benefit from lower grocery costs due to the Grocery Cost Index being 103 versus 100 in the US. \nThe local economy is supported by many different businesses such as healthcare providers, schools, retail stores, hotels and restaurants. In particular, there are many companies that specialize in outdoor recreation such as Whitewater Rafting and ATV Tours which attract people from all over the country. All of these attractions make it an ideal location for those who want to enjoy a more relaxed lifestyle while still having access to basic amenities and services. Overall, living in Pistol offers a great balance between affordability and comfort that cannot be found anywhere else.

Rifle has an unemployment rate of 6.0%. The US average is 6.0%.

Rifle has seen the job market increase by 1.8% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 40.5%, which is higher than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for Rifle
- The Sales Tax Rate for Rifle is 8.2%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Rifle is 4.6%. The US average is 4.6%.
- Tax Rates can have a big impact when Comparing Cost of Living.

Income and Salaries for Rifle
- The average income of a Rifle resident is $21,058 a year. The US average is $28,555 a year.
- The Median household income of a Rifle resident is $72,935 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

  EconomyRifle, ColoradoUnited States
  66
  -6.8%-6.2%
  40.5%33.5%
  8.2%6.2%
  4.6%4.6%
  $29,209$37,638
  $72,935$69,021
  $81,327$85,028
  Population by Occupation
  0.7%1.2%
  1.2%0.5%
  11.1%6.8%
  4.1%10.0%
  2.9%2.5%
  10.4%11.0%
  8.0%4.8%
  0.6%0.8%
  0.5%1.9%
  5.7%4.7%
  2.6%1.9%
  4.3%7.6%
  0.1%0.1%
  4.2%4.2%
  7.2%9.3%
  11.5%14.0%
  1.5%2.1%
  5.0%7.0%
  12.3%4.8%
  6.3%4.7%
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I love the Western Slope!! While there are a lot of good things to be said about the Western Slope of Colorado, which Rifle is, there are some concerning things as  More

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Been living in the area for 3 years, Rifle for half of that. The city recently upgraded the water facilities, and the north half of I-70 no longer has the nasty hard  More

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Over 7 years ago

This area has a heroin/meth problem. It doesn't really impact you if you avoid it, but you tend to see a lot of tweakers/beggars/homeless around town. Water is not that  More

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