Bayfield, CO

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Bayfield Overview

2,853
TOTAL POPULATION
1,484
MALE POPULATION
1,369
FEMALE POPULATION
108.40
MALES / 100 FEMALES
92.25
FEMALES / 100 MALES
32.6
MEDIAN AGE
3.4
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.8
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$38,039
PER CAPITA INCOME
$92,176
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$84,609
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
19.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
80.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$7,294
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.34
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,592
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
78.3%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.9%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Bayfield Zip Codes

Bayfield Area Codes

Race in Bayfield

The most populous races in Bayfield are White / Caucasian (2,642 | 92.6%), Hispanic or Latino (551 | 19.3%), and Two or more Races (115 | 4.0%).
Race in Bayfield
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino55119.3%
Native / Alaskan140.5%
White / Caucasian2,64292.6%
Two or more Races1154.0%
Some other Race822.9%
Total2,853100.0%

Ancestry in Bayfield

The most populous ancestries reported in Bayfield are English (580 | 20.3%), German (577 | 20.2%), Irish (452 | 15.8%), Spaniard (207 | 7.3%), and Mexican (186 | 6.5%), together accounting for 70.2% of all Bayfield residents.
Ancestry in Bayfield
Ancestry# Population% Population
Apache90.3%
Bhutanese90.3%
British421.5%
Danish421.5%
Dutch291.0%
Eastern European50.2%
English58020.3%
European1655.8%
French953.3%
German57720.2%
Greek60.2%
Hungarian110.4%
Irish45215.8%
Italian471.7%
Mexican1866.5%
Northern European150.5%
Norwegian401.4%
Pennsylvania German10.0%
Polish572.0%
Pueblo90.3%
Puerto Rican190.7%
Russian80.3%
Scotch-Irish431.5%
Scottish1364.8%
Sioux50.2%
Spaniard2077.3%
Spanish752.6%
Swedish612.1%
Swiss642.2%
Ukrainian80.3%
Welsh200.7%
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Immigrants in Bayfield

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Bayfield came from Central America (26 | 0.9%), Latin America (26 | 0.9%), and Mexico (26 | 0.9%), together accounting for 2.7% of all Bayfield residents.
Immigrants in Bayfield
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Central America260.9%
Latin America260.9%
Mexico260.9%
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Sex and Age in Bayfield

Sex and Age in Bayfield

The most populous age groups in Bayfield are 10 to 14 Years (212 | 14.3%) for men and 30 to 34 Years (155 | 11.3%) for women.
Sex and Age in Bayfield
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years142 (9.6%)102 (7.4%)
5 to 9 Years83 (5.6%)112 (8.2%)
10 to 14 Years212 (14.3%)91 (6.7%)
15 to 19 Years74 (5.0%)89 (6.5%)
20 to 24 Years103 (6.9%)5 (0.4%)
25 to 29 Years155 (10.4%)111 (8.1%)
30 to 34 Years135 (9.1%)155 (11.3%)
35 to 39 Years79 (5.3%)23 (1.7%)
40 to 44 Years95 (6.4%)102 (7.4%)
45 to 49 Years140 (9.4%)139 (10.2%)
50 to 54 Years55 (3.7%)99 (7.2%)
55 to 59 Years8 (0.5%)132 (9.6%)
60 to 64 Years101 (6.8%)28 (2.1%)
65 to 69 Years33 (2.2%)43 (3.1%)
70 to 74 Years37 (2.5%)68 (5.0%)
75 to 79 Years19 (1.3%)41 (3.0%)
80 to 84 Years11 (0.7%)5 (0.4%)
85 Years and over2 (0.1%)24 (1.8%)
Total1,484 (100.0%)1,369 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Bayfield

Median Family Size in Bayfield

The median family size in Bayfield is 3.40 persons per family, with married-couple families (514 | 76.0%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.5 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (57 | 8.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.42 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Bayfield
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple514 (76.0%)3.50
Single Male/Father57 (8.4%)2.42
Single Female/Mother105 (15.5%)3.46
Total Families676 (100.0%)3.40

Median Household Size in Bayfield

The median household size in Bayfield is 2.80 persons per household, with single male/father households (57 | 5.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.37 persons per household. non-family households (341 | 33.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.21 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Bayfield
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple514 (50.5%)3.51
Single Male/Father57 (5.6%)4.37
Single Female/Mother105 (10.3%)3.65
Non-family341 (33.5%)1.21
Total Households1,017 (100.0%)2.80

Household Size by Marriage Status in Bayfield

Out of a total of 1,017 households in Bayfield, 676 (66.5%) are family households, while 341 (33.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 205, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 281.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Bayfield
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-281 (27.6%)
2-Person Households205 (20.2%)60 (5.9%)
3-Person Households182 (17.9%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households155 (15.2%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households106 (10.4%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households18 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households10 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total676 (66.5%)341 (33.5%)

Female Fertility in Bayfield

Fertility by Age in Bayfield

Average fertility rate in Bayfield is 61.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 140.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Bayfield
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years38 (100.0%)140.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total38 (100.0%)61.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Bayfield

47.4% of women with births (38) in Bayfield are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 52.6% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 52.6% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Bayfield
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years18 (47.4%)20 (52.6%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total18 (47.4%)20 (52.6%)

Fertility by Education in Bayfield

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Bayfield
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma17 (44.7%)99.0
College or Associate's Degree3 (7.9%)20.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree18 (47.4%)295.0
Total38 (100.0%)61.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Bayfield

52.6% of women with births in Bayfield are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Bayfield
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total18 (47.4%)20 (52.6%)

Income in Bayfield

Income Overview in Bayfield

Per Capita Income in Bayfield is $38,039, while median incomes of families and households are $92,176 and $84,609 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income2,853$38,039
Median Family Income676$92,176
Mean Family Income676$110,604
Median Household Income1,017$84,609
Mean Household Income1,017$100,699
Income Deficit676$7,294
Wage / Income Gap (%)2,85319.26%
Wage / Income Gap ($)2,85380.74¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index2,8530.34

Earnings by Sex in Bayfield

Average Earnings in Bayfield are $45,280, $50,020 for men and $40,385 for women, a difference of 19.3%.
Earnings by Sex in Bayfield
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male799 (50.7%)$50,020
Female776 (49.3%)$40,385
Total1,575 (100.0%)$45,280

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Bayfield

The most common earnings brackets in Bayfield are $100,000+ for men (157 | 19.7%) and $100,000+ for women (124 | 16.0%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Bayfield
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less4 (0.5%)21 (2.7%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)38 (4.9%)
$5,000 to $7,4992 (0.3%)15 (1.9%)
$7,500 to $9,99952 (6.5%)14 (1.8%)
$10,000 to $12,49917 (2.1%)26 (3.4%)
$12,500 to $14,99961 (7.6%)6 (0.8%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)38 (4.9%)
$17,500 to $19,9996 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)7 (0.9%)
$22,500 to $24,99927 (3.4%)15 (1.9%)
$25,000 to $29,9996 (0.7%)65 (8.4%)
$30,000 to $34,99934 (4.3%)54 (7.0%)
$35,000 to $39,99982 (10.3%)85 (11.0%)
$40,000 to $44,99959 (7.4%)47 (6.1%)
$45,000 to $49,99949 (6.1%)9 (1.2%)
$50,000 to $54,99975 (9.4%)29 (3.7%)
$55,000 to $64,99940 (5.0%)75 (9.7%)
$65,000 to $74,99959 (7.4%)80 (10.3%)
$75,000 to $99,99969 (8.6%)28 (3.6%)
$100,000+157 (19.7%)124 (16.0%)
Total799 (100.0%)776 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Bayfield

Average earnings in Bayfield are $51,721 for men and $41,154 for women, a difference of 20.4%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $71,087, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $44,531. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $67,917, while those with bachelor's degree education have the smallest earnings of $35,396.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Bayfield
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$44,531$38,125
College or Associate's Degree$63,542$60,804
Bachelor's Degree$71,087$35,396
Graduate Degree--
Total$51,721$41,154

Family Income in Bayfield

Family Income Brackets in Bayfield

According to the Bayfield family income data, there are 153 families falling into the $75,000 to $99,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 22.6% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Bayfield
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00030.4%
$10,000 to $14,999284.1%
$15,000 to $24,99960.9%
$25,000 to $34,99900.0%
$35,000 to $49,999314.6%
$50,000 to $74,99914922.0%
$75,000 to $99,99915322.6%
$100,000 to $149,99915222.5%
$150,000 to $199,9998112.0%
$200,000+7310.8%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Bayfield

2-person families (224 | 33.1%) account for the highest median family income in Bayfield with $93,929 per family, while 2-person families (224 | 33.1%) have the highest median income of $46,964 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Bayfield
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families224 (33.1%)$93,929
3-Person Families199 (29.4%)$87,813
4-Person Families135 (20.0%)$82,159
5-Person Families90 (13.3%)$0
6-Person Families18 (2.7%)$0
7+ Person Families10 (1.5%)$0
Total676 (100.0%)$92,176

Family Income by Number of Earners in Bayfield

The median family income in Bayfield is $92,176, with families comprising 3+ earners (68) having the highest median family income of $202,500, while families with no earners (45) have the lowest median family income of $60,972, accounting for 10.1% and 6.7% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Bayfield
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners45 (6.7%)$60,972
1 Earner190 (28.1%)$62,500
2 Earners373 (55.2%)$108,508
3+ Earners68 (10.1%)$202,500
Total676 (100.0%)$92,176

Household Income in Bayfield

Household Income Brackets in Bayfield

With 205 households falling in the category, the $75,000 to $99,999 income range is the most frequent in Bayfield, accounting for 20.2% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Bayfield
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,999706.9%
$15,000 to $24,999373.6%
$25,000 to $34,999535.2%
$35,000 to $49,999535.2%
$50,000 to $74,99917216.9%
$75,000 to $99,99920520.2%
$100,000 to $149,99919819.5%
$150,000 to $199,99915615.3%
$200,000+737.2%

Household Income by Householder Age in Bayfield

The median household income in Bayfield is $84,609, with the highest median household income of $102,917 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 389 households (38.3%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Bayfield
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years413 (40.6%)$91,815
45 to 64 Years389 (38.3%)$102,917
65+ Years215 (21.1%)$45,662
Total1,017 (100.0%)$84,609

Poverty in Bayfield

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Bayfield

With 5.1% poverty level for males and 7.2% for females among the residents of Bayfield, 18 to 24 year old males and 16 and 17 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 45 males (42.1%) and 25 females (65.8%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Bayfield
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years6 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years4 (10.8%)25 (65.8%)
18 to 24 Years45 (42.1%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)18 (6.8%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years16 (8.2%)42 (17.6%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)6 (3.7%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)8 (7.3%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total71 (5.1%)99 (7.2%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Bayfield

According to the poverty statistics in Bayfield, males aged 5 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Bayfield
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years136 (95.8%)102 (100.0%)
5 Years2 (100.0%)32 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years124 (100.0%)97 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years83 (100.0%)74 (100.0%)
15 Years33 (100.0%)45 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years33 (89.2%)13 (34.2%)
18 to 24 Years62 (57.9%)11 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years290 (100.0%)248 (93.2%)
35 to 44 Years174 (100.0%)125 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years179 (91.8%)196 (82.4%)
55 to 64 Years109 (100.0%)154 (96.3%)
65 to 74 Years70 (100.0%)101 (92.7%)
75 Years and over30 (100.0%)70 (100.0%)
Total1,325 (94.9%)1,268 (92.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Bayfield

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Bayfield
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children168 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children267 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children69 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total514 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Bayfield

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Bayfield
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)6 (24.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)25 (32.9%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)31 (29.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Bayfield

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Bayfield
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)6 (12.2%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)25 (22.9%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)31 (19.1%)

Employment Characteristics in Bayfield

Employment by Class of Employer in Bayfield

Among the 1,470 employed individuals in Bayfield, private company employees (856 | 58.2%), self-employed (not incorporated) (152 | 10.3%), and local government employees (150 | 10.2%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Bayfield
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees85658.2%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)644.3%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)15210.3%
Not-for-profit Organizations1198.1%
Local Government Employees15010.2%
State Government Employees714.8%
Federal Government Employees342.3%
Unpaid Family Workers241.6%
Total1,470100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Bayfield

According to the labor force statistics for Bayfield, out of the total population over 16 years of age (2,033), 78.3% or 1,592 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.9% or 94 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 100.0% or 108 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 41.7% or 45 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Bayfield
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years31 (36.5%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years108 (100.0%)45 (41.7%)
25 to 29 Years258 (97.0%)17 (6.6%)
30 to 34 Years259 (89.3%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years282 (94.3%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years376 (86.8%)26 (6.9%)
55 to 59 Years135 (96.4%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years66 (51.2%)6 (9.1%)
65 to 74 Years76 (42.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,592 (78.3%)94 (5.9%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Bayfield

According to labor force statistics for Bayfield, 88.4% of individuals (1,376) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,557) are in the labor force, with 3.6% or 50 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of less than high school, with 100.0% or 29 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 7.2% or 32 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Bayfield
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma462 (89.0%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree445 (90.3%)35 (7.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher440 (85.3%)20 (3.9%)
Total1,376 (88.4%)56 (3.6%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Bayfield

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Bayfield are Community & Social Service (205 | 13.7%), Education Instruction & Library (120 | 8.0%), Management (107 | 7.1%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (60 | 4.0%), and Health Technologists (55 | 3.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Bayfield

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Bayfield, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Education, Arts & Media (96.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (83.3%), and Health Technologists (81.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Bayfield
OccupationMaleFemale
Management69 (64.5%)38 (35.5%)
Business & Financial8 (26.7%)22 (73.3%)
Computers, Engineering & Science9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 55 (26.8%)150 (73.2%)
Education, Arts & Media26 (96.3%)1 (3.7%)
Legal Services & Support2 (25.0%)6 (75.0%)
Education Instruction & Library27 (22.5%)93 (77.5%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)50 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating10 (16.7%)50 (83.3%)
Health Technologists10 (18.2%)45 (81.8%)
Total (Category)151 (36.7%)260 (63.3%)
Total (Overall)764 (51.0%)733 (49.0%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Bayfield are Food Preparation & Serving (187 | 12.5%), Personal Care & Service (68 | 4.5%), Security & Protection (61 | 4.1%), Law Enforcement (50 | 3.3%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (42 | 2.8%).
Services Occupations in Bayfield

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Bayfield, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (92.0%), Security & Protection (83.6%), and Food Preparation & Serving (59.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (88.2%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (73.8%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Bayfield
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)28 (100.0%)
Security & Protection51 (83.6%)10 (16.4%)
Firefighting & Prevention5 (45.5%)6 (54.5%)
Law Enforcement46 (92.0%)4 (8.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving111 (59.4%)76 (40.6%)
Cleaning & Maintenance11 (26.2%)31 (73.8%)
Personal Care & Service8 (11.8%)60 (88.2%)
Total (Category)181 (46.9%)205 (53.1%)
Total (Overall)764 (51.0%)733 (49.0%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Bayfield are Sales & Related (251 | 16.8%), and Office & Administration (111 | 7.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Bayfield

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Bayfield
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related129 (51.4%)122 (48.6%)
Office & Administration8 (7.2%)103 (92.8%)
Total (Category)137 (37.9%)225 (62.2%)
Total (Overall)764 (51.0%)733 (49.0%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Bayfield are Construction & Extraction (111 | 7.4%), Farming, Fishing & Forestry (25 | 1.7%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (14 | 0.9%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Bayfield

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Bayfield
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction111 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)150 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)764 (51.0%)733 (49.0%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Bayfield are Transportation (98 | 6.6%), Production (68 | 4.5%), and Material Moving (22 | 1.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Bayfield

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Bayfield
OccupationMaleFemale
Production25 (36.8%)43 (63.2%)
Transportation98 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)145 (77.1%)43 (22.9%)
Total (Overall)764 (51.0%)733 (49.0%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Bayfield

Employment Industries in Bayfield

The major employment industries in Bayfield include Health Care & Social Assistance (209 | 14.0%), Retail Trade (205 | 13.7%), Accommodation & Food Services (193 | 12.9%), Construction (190 | 12.7%), and Educational Services (102 | 6.8%).
Employment Industries in Bayfield

Employment Industries by Sex in Bayfield

The Bayfield industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (88.5%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Utilities (100.0%), Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), and Professional & Scientific (91.7%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Bayfield
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting13 (72.2%)5 (27.8%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction157 (82.6%)33 (17.4%)
Manufacturing6 (50.0%)6 (50.0%)
Wholesale Trade80 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade110 (53.7%)95 (46.3%)
Transportation & Warehousing46 (88.5%)6 (11.5%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
Information18 (72.0%)7 (28.0%)
Finance & Insurance12 (16.7%)60 (83.3%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Professional & Scientific2 (8.3%)22 (91.7%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support7 (33.3%)14 (66.7%)
Educational Services23 (22.6%)79 (77.4%)
Health Care & Social Assistance75 (35.9%)134 (64.1%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation8 (9.8%)74 (90.2%)
Accommodation & Food Services96 (49.7%)97 (50.3%)
Public Administration62 (77.5%)18 (22.5%)
Total764 (51.0%)733 (49.0%)

Education in Bayfield

School Enrollment in Bayfield

The most common levels of schooling among the 709 students in Bayfield are middle school (232 | 32.7%), elementary school (203 | 28.6%), and high school (153 | 21.6%).
School Enrollment in Bayfield
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool425.9%
Kindergarten466.5%
Elementary School20328.6%
Middle School23232.7%
High School15321.6%
College / Undergraduate253.5%
Graduate / Professional81.1%
Total709100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Bayfield

Out of a total of 709 students who are enrolled in schools in Bayfield, 38 (5.4%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 671 (94.6%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 15 (9.8% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 40 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Bayfield
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old176 (94.1%)11 (5.9%)
10 to 14 Year Olds284 (96.0%)12 (4.1%)
15 to 17 Year Olds138 (90.2%)15 (9.8%)
18 to 19 Year Olds6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total671 (94.6%)38 (5.4%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Bayfield

Business (96 | 16.2%), bio, nature & agricultural (65 | 11.0%), psychology (63 | 10.6%), social sciences (63 | 10.6%), and arts & humanities (63 | 10.6%) are the most common fields of study among 592 individuals in Bayfield who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Bayfield
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics50.8%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural6511.0%
Physical & Health Sciences274.6%
Psychology6310.6%
Social Sciences6310.6%
Engineering61.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies81.3%
Science & Technology294.9%
Business9616.2%
Education5910.0%
Literature & Languages305.1%
Liberal Arts & History244.1%
Visual & Performing Arts162.7%
Communications386.4%
Arts & Humanities6310.6%
Total592100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Bayfield

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Bayfield

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Bayfield are males with 2 vehicles (490, accounting for 64.5%) and females with 2 vehicles (418, making up 69.0%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Bayfield
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle101 (13.3%)154 (21.7%)
2 Vehicles490 (64.5%)418 (58.9%)
3 Vehicles142 (18.7%)109 (15.3%)
4 Vehicles8 (1.1%)8 (1.1%)
5 or more Vehicles19 (2.5%)21 (3.0%)
Total760 (100.0%)710 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Bayfield

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Bayfield are 30 to 34 minutes (330 commuters, 25.1%), 5 to 9 minutes (239 commuters, 18.2%), and 20 to 24 minutes (233 commuters, 17.7%).
Commute Time in Bayfield
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes14210.8%
5 to 9 Minutes23918.2%
10 to 14 Minutes876.6%
15 to 19 Minutes1108.4%
20 to 24 Minutes23317.7%
25 to 29 Minutes564.3%
30 to 34 Minutes33025.1%
35 to 39 Minutes312.4%
40 to 44 Minutes322.4%
45 to 59 Minutes282.1%
60 to 89 Minutes282.1%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Bayfield

The most common commute times in Bayfield are 20 to 24 minutes (192 commuters, 26.5%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (143 commuters, 24.2%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Bayfield
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes59 (8.1%)83 (14.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes108 (14.9%)131 (22.2%)
10 to 14 Minutes45 (6.2%)42 (7.1%)
15 to 19 Minutes25 (3.5%)85 (14.4%)
20 to 24 Minutes192 (26.5%)41 (6.9%)
25 to 29 Minutes39 (5.4%)17 (2.9%)
30 to 34 Minutes187 (25.8%)143 (24.2%)
35 to 39 Minutes31 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes26 (3.6%)6 (1.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes0 (0.0%)28 (4.7%)
60 to 89 Minutes13 (1.8%)15 (2.5%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Bayfield

The most frequent times of departure to work in Bayfield are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (163, 22.5%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (207, 35.0%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Bayfield
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM18 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM10 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM15 (2.1%)4 (0.7%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM70 (9.7%)24 (4.1%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM163 (22.5%)51 (8.6%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM58 (8.0%)91 (15.4%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM150 (20.7%)207 (35.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM75 (10.3%)104 (17.6%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM8 (1.1%)7 (1.2%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM97 (13.4%)6 (1.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM13 (1.8%)49 (8.3%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM10 (1.4%)38 (6.4%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM38 (5.2%)10 (1.7%)
Total725 (100.0%)591 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Bayfield

Occupancy by Ownership in Bayfield

Of the total 1,017 dwellings in Bayfield, owner-occupied units account for 751 (73.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 266 (26.2%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Bayfield
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units75173.8%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units26626.2%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,017100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Bayfield

Occupancy by Household Size in Bayfield
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household28127.6%
2-Person Household26526.1%
3-Person Household18217.9%
4+ Person Household28928.4%
Total Housing Units1,017100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Bayfield

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Bayfield
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household149 (53.0%)132 (47.0%)
2-Person Household215 (81.1%)50 (18.9%)
3-Person Household125 (68.7%)57 (31.3%)
4+ Person Household262 (90.7%)27 (9.3%)
Total Housing Units751 (73.8%)266 (26.2%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Bayfield

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Bayfield
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School21 (55.3%)17 (44.7%)
High School Diploma194 (77.6%)56 (22.4%)
College/Associate Degree266 (68.4%)123 (31.6%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher270 (79.4%)70 (20.6%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Bayfield

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Bayfield
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years24323.9%
35 to 44 Years17016.7%
45 to 54 Years25825.4%
55 to 64 Years13112.9%
65 to 74 Years13012.8%
75 to 84 Years616.0%
85 Years and Over242.4%
Total1,017100.0%

Housing Finances in Bayfield

Median Income by Occupancy in Bayfield

Median Income by Occupancy in Bayfield
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied751 (73.8%)$90,954
Renter-Occupied266 (26.2%)$81,848
Average1,017 (100.0%)$84,609

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Bayfield

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Bayfield
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99956 (7.5%)14 (5.3%)
$15,000 to $19,9996 (0.8%)6 (2.3%)
$20,000 to $24,99925 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99921 (2.8%)32 (12.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99936 (4.8%)17 (6.4%)
$50,000 to $74,999147 (19.6%)25 (9.4%)
$75,000 to $99,999137 (18.2%)68 (25.6%)
$100,000 to $149,999177 (23.6%)21 (7.9%)
$150,000 or more146 (19.4%)83 (31.2%)
Total751 (100.0%)266 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Bayfield

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Bayfield
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30028 (3.7%)8 (3.0%)
$300 to $49974 (9.9%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $79996 (12.8%)9 (3.4%)
$800 to $99958 (7.7%)56 (21.0%)
$1,000 to $1,49980 (10.6%)61 (22.9%)
$1,500 to $1,999148 (19.7%)70 (26.3%)
$2,000 to $2,499198 (26.4%)55 (20.7%)
$2,500 to $2,99954 (7.2%)1 (0.4%)
$3,000 or more15 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total751 (100.0%)266 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Bayfield

Housing Structures in Bayfield

Housing Structures in Bayfield
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached67166.0%
Single Unit, Attached828.1%
2 Unit Apartments777.6%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments383.7%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments60.6%
10 or more Apartments252.5%
Mobile Home / Other11811.6%
Total1,017100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Bayfield

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Bayfield
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached588 (87.6%)83 (12.4%)
Single Unit, Attached56 (68.3%)26 (31.7%)
2 Unit Apartments6 (7.8%)71 (92.2%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments6 (15.8%)32 (84.2%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)25 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other95 (80.5%)23 (19.5%)
Total751 (73.8%)266 (26.2%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Bayfield

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Bayfield
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)15 (5.6%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)105 (39.5%)
4 or 5 Rooms280 (37.3%)117 (44.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms364 (48.5%)29 (10.9%)
8 or more Rooms107 (14.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total751 (100.0%)266 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Bayfield

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Bayfield
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas602 (80.2%)224 (84.2%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas39 (5.2%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity103 (13.7%)34 (12.8%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels7 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)8 (3.0%)
Total751 (100.0%)266 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Bayfield

Household Vehicle Usage in Bayfield
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)9 (3.4%)
1 Vehicle170 (22.6%)130 (48.9%)
2 Vehicles416 (55.4%)126 (47.4%)
3 or more Vehicles165 (22.0%)1 (0.4%)
Total751 (100.0%)266 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Bayfield

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Bayfield

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units209542
Median Property Value$287,500$388,300
Median Household Income$61,157$116
Monthly Housing Costs$509$15
Real Estate Taxes$1,338$2

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Bayfield

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Bayfield
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00047 (22.5%)16 (2.9%)
$50,000 to $99,9996 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,99953 (25.4%)58 (10.7%)
$300,000 to $499,99960 (28.7%)381 (70.3%)
$500,000 to $749,99943 (20.6%)78 (14.4%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)9 (1.7%)
Total209 (100.0%)542 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Bayfield

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Bayfield
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99962 (29.7%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99921 (10.1%)25 (4.6%)
$35,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99948 (23.0%)36 (6.6%)
$75,000 to $99,99925 (12.0%)99 (18.3%)
$100,000 to $149,99923 (11.0%)112 (20.7%)
$150,000 or more30 (14.3%)154 (28.4%)
Total209 (100.0%)542 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Bayfield

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Bayfield
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x25 (12.0%)96,875 (17,873.6%)
2.0x to 2.9x45 (21.5%)92 (17.0%)
3.0x to 3.9x45 (21.5%)78 (14.4%)
4.0x or more94 (45.0%)100 (18.4%)
Total209 (100.0%)542 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Bayfield

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Bayfield
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80053 (25.4%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49960 (28.7%)41 (7.6%)
$800 to $1,49974 (35.4%)233 (43.0%)
Total209 (100.0%)542 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Bayfield

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Bayfield

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Bayfield
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years207 (74.5%)71 (25.5%)
6 to 18 Years586 (95.0%)31 (5.0%)
19 to 25 Years151 (85.8%)25 (14.2%)
26 to 34 Years434 (87.2%)64 (12.9%)
35 to 44 Years256 (85.6%)43 (14.4%)
45 to 54 Years391 (90.3%)42 (9.7%)
55 to 64 Years241 (89.6%)28 (10.4%)
65 to 74 Years179 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older100 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,545 (89.3%)304 (10.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Bayfield

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Bayfield
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born207 (74.5%)71 (25.5%)
Foreign Born, Citizen586 (95.0%)31 (5.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen151 (85.8%)25 (14.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Bayfield

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Bayfield
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000182 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,999155 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999373 (72.9%)139 (27.2%)
$75,000 to $99,999556 (91.4%)52 (8.6%)
$100,000 and over1,279 (91.9%)113 (8.1%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Bayfield

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Bayfield
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 641 (14.7%)170 (61.2%)
6 to 18 Years261 (42.3%)369 (59.8%)
19 to 25 Years84 (47.7%)67 (38.1%)
25 to 34 Years88 (17.7%)351 (70.5%)
35 to 44 Years47 (15.7%)229 (76.6%)
45 to 54 Years121 (27.9%)304 (70.2%)
55 to 64 Years69 (25.7%)180 (66.9%)
65 to 74 Years179 (100.0%)136 (76.0%)
75 Years and over100 (100.0%)63 (63.0%)
Total990 (34.7%)1,869 (65.6%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Bayfield

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Bayfield
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years12 (3.3%)5 (1.8%)
18 to 34 Years67 (16.9%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years52 (10.9%)38 (7.3%)
65 to 74 Years7 (10.0%)15 (13.8%)
75 Years and over11 (36.7%)44 (62.9%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Bayfield

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Bayfield: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years7 (10.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over11 (36.7%)27 (38.6%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Bayfield: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years22 (5.5%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years2 (0.4%)4 (0.8%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)15 (21.4%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Bayfield: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years12 (3.3%)5 (1.8%)
18 to 34 Years45 (11.3%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years9 (1.9%)34 (6.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)19 (27.1%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Bayfield: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years41 (8.6%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)15 (13.8%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)22 (31.4%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Bayfield: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Bayfield

Computing Device Access in Bayfield

Computing Device Access in Bayfield
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop84182.7%
Smartphone89688.1%
Tablet55554.6%
No Computing Device414.0%
Total1,017100.0%

Internet Access in Bayfield

Internet Access in Bayfield
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet141.4%
Broadband Home61960.9%
Cellular Data Only13413.2%
Satellite Internet15415.1%
No Internet17617.3%
Total1,017100.0%

Bayfield Summary

Bayfield, Colorado is a small town located in La Plata County in the southwestern part of the state. It is situated at the base of the San Juan Mountains, near the headwaters of the Animas River. The town was founded in 1881 and has a population of approximately 1,500 people.

History

Bayfield was founded in 1881 by a group of settlers from the Midwest. The town was named after a local rancher, William Bayfield, who had a large ranch in the area. The town was originally a farming and ranching community, but it soon became a popular tourist destination due to its proximity to the San Juan Mountains. In the early 1900s, the town was home to several hotels, restaurants, and stores.
In the 1920s, the town began to experience a decline in population as many of the original settlers moved away. However, the town was revitalized in the 1950s when the nearby ski resort of Purgatory was built. This brought a new influx of tourists and residents to the area, and the town has since become a popular destination for outdoor recreation.

Geography

Bayfield is located in La Plata County in the southwestern part of Colorado. It is situated at the base of the San Juan Mountains, near the headwaters of the Animas River. The town is surrounded by mountains and forests, and is close to several popular ski resorts. The town is also close to the Four Corners Monument, which marks the intersection of Colorado, New Mexico, Arizona, and Utah.
The climate in Bayfield is semi-arid, with hot summers and cold winters. The average annual temperature is around 50 degrees Fahrenheit, and the average annual precipitation is around 16 inches.

Economy

The economy of Bayfield is largely based on tourism and outdoor recreation. The town is home to several ski resorts, including Purgatory, which is one of the most popular ski resorts in the state. The town is also home to several restaurants, hotels, and stores that cater to tourists.
In addition to tourism, Bayfield is also home to several small businesses, including a lumber mill, a sawmill, and a few small farms. The town is also home to a few manufacturing companies, including a furniture factory and a metal fabrication plant.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Bayfield was 1,500. The racial makeup of the town was 94.2% White, 0.7% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.3% Pacific Islander, and 2.7% from other races. The median household income was $41,250, and the median family income was $50,000.
The town is home to several churches, including the Bayfield Community Church, the First Baptist Church, and the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The town is also home to several schools, including Bayfield High School, Bayfield Middle School, and Bayfield Elementary School.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Bayfield?
Total Population of Bayfield is 2,853.
What is the Total Male Population of Bayfield?
Total Male Population of Bayfield is 1,484.
What is the Total Female Population of Bayfield?
Total Female Population of Bayfield is 1,369.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Bayfield?
There are 108.40 Males per 100 Females in Bayfield.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Bayfield?
There are 92.25 Females per 100 Males in Bayfield.
What is the Median Population Age in Bayfield?
Median Population Age in Bayfield is 32.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Bayfield
Average Family Size in Bayfield is 3.4 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Bayfield
Average Household Size in Bayfield is 2.8 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Bayfield?
Per Capita income in Bayfield is $38,039.
What is the Median Family Income in Bayfield?
Median Family Income in Bayfield is $92,176.
What is the Median Household income in Bayfield?
Median Household Income in Bayfield is $84,609.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Bayfield?
Income or Wage Gap in Bayfield is 19.3%.
Women in Bayfield earn 80.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Bayfield?
Family Income Deficit in Bayfield is $7,294.
Families that are below poverty line in Bayfield earn $7,294 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Bayfield?
Inequality or Gini Index in Bayfield is 0.34.
How Large is the Labor Force in Bayfield?
There are 1,592 People in the Labor Forcein in Bayfield.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Bayfield?
78.3% of People are in the Labor Force in Bayfield.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Bayfield?
Unemployment Rate in Bayfield is 5.9%.