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Gunnison, CO is a small city in the Rocky Mountains with a diverse culture and economy. Cost of living in Gunnison is slightly higher than the US average, with 2 bedroom rent at $1,490 compared to $1,430 nationally and a Grocery Cost Index of 104 compared to 100 nationally. The city has many local businesses such as the Gunnison Valley Health hospital, Blackstock Bistro restaurant, High Country Chevrolet car dealership, and REI Outdoors store. Additionally, Gunnison hosts many festivals throughout the year such as Crested Butte Music Festival, Gunnison Arts Center's Gallery Walks and Wine & Cheese events. The city offers an abundance of activities ranging from skiing in nearby Crested Butte to camping in Blue Mesa Reservoir. With its vibrant culture and local businesses, Gunnison is a great place to live for people looking for outdoor adventures and lively entertainment.

Gunnison has an unemployment rate of 4.7%. The US average is 6.0%.

Gunnison has seen the job market decrease by -5.5% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 57.7%, which is higher than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for Gunnison
- The Sales Tax Rate for Gunnison is 8.9%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Gunnison 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 Gunnison
- The average income of a Gunnison resident is $25,824 a year. The US average is $37,638 a year.
- The Median household income of a Gunnison resident is $46,324 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

  EconomyGunnison, ColoradoUnited States
  4.76
  -5.5%-6.2%
  57.7%33.5%
  8.9%6.2%
  4.6%4.6%
  $25,824$37,638
  $46,324$69,021
  $75,272$85,028
  Population by Occupation
  1.2%1.2%
  0.0%0.5%
  9.6%6.8%
  0.5%10.0%
  0.5%2.5%
  18.6%11.0%
  1.8%4.8%
  0.4%0.8%
  1.5%1.9%
  0.0%4.7%
  2.4%1.9%
  3.1%7.6%
  0.0%0.1%
  4.4%4.2%
  12.7%9.3%
  7.6%14.0%
  7.5%2.1%
  16.5%7.0%
  5.4%4.8%
  6.2%4.7%
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Over 17 years ago

Gunnison..Pros/ Cons Pros 1. very pretty town 2. nice place for a retiree who doesn't mind a place that gets a lot of snow like Gunnison or Durango 3. very nice  More

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