What are the schools like in Antonito, CO?

Antonito is served primarily by South Conejos School District No. Re10. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.4:1.

What is the median household income in Antonito?

The median household income in Antonito, CO is $28,639 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 20.2%.

What is the weather like in Antonito, CO?

Antonito has an average high temperature of 34.9°F in January and 80.6°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 7.8 inches and annual snowfall averages 29.7 inches.

Antonito, CO Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Antonito, CO affordable or expensive?

Antonito's cost of living index is 84, where 100 represents the national average. This means Antonito is 16% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $69,400 and the median rent is $519 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Antonito, CO?

Crime rate data for Antonito is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Antonito, CO a Good Place to Live?

Antonito is a small town of 634 in Colorado, with a median household income of $28,639 and a 20.2% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 84 (US average = 100), which is 16% below the national average.

Strengths: Antonito stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B-), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Antonito is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Antonito city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 84.3

Antonito's overall cost of living index is 84.3, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Antonito costs roughly 16% less than the average American city.

Metric	Antonito, CO	National Avg
Median Home Value	$69,400	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$519	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	67.0%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$28,639	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Antonito is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Antonito is served primarily by South Conejos School District No. Re10. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.4:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Antonito, CO	National Avg
School District	South Conejos School District No. Re10	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	11.4:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	11.8%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	90.5%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Antonito sees average highs of 34.9°F in January and 80.6°F in July, with 7.8 inches of annual precipitation and 29.7 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Antonito, CO
Average High — January	34.9°F
Average High — July	80.6°F
Annual Precipitation	7.8"
Annual Snowfall	29.7"

Demographics

Metric	Antonito, CO	National Avg
Population	634	—
Median Age	55.2	38.9
Unemployment Rate	20.2%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	24.9 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	53.6%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	41.5%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	17.5%	22.2%
65 and over	26.8%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Conejos, CO 1 mi Romeo, CO 7 mi Manassa, CO 8 mi Sanford, CO 14 mi La Jara, CO 14 mi

ZIP Codes in Antonito

Antonito, CO is covered by 1 ZIP code:

81120

Antonito vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Antonito, CO affordable or expensive?

Antonito's cost of living index is 84, where 100 is the national average. That makes Antonito roughly 16% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $69,400 and median rent is $519/month.

What is the crime rate in Antonito, CO?

Crime data for Antonito is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Antonito?

Public schools in Antonito are operated by South Conejos School District No. Re10. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.4:1. 11.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Antonito, CO a good place to live?

Antonito, CO has a population of 634, a median household income of $28,639, and an unemployment rate of 20.2%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Antonito?

Antonito averages 34.9°F in January and 80.6°F in July. Annual rainfall is 7.8 inches with about 29.7 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Antonito?

Antonito, CO is covered by 1 ZIP code: 81120.

What is the population of Antonito?

The population of Antonito, Colorado is 634 with a median age of 55.2. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Antonito?

Key numbers for living in Antonito: cost of living index 84 (100 = US average), median home $69,400, median household income $28,639, schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Antonito side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.