MORE OLATHE VITAL STATISTICS

Population in 2010: 1,849. Population change since 2000: +17.5%
 

Males: 893	(48.3%)
Females: 956	(51.7%)

Median resident age:	31.7 years
Colorado median age:	40.6 years

Zip codes: 81425.

Estimated median household income in 2009: $31,074 (it was $26,286 in 2000)

Olathe:	$31,074
Colorado:	$55,430

Estimated per capita income in 2009: $15,713

Olathe town income, earnings, and wages data

Estimated median house or condo value in 2009: $135,712 (it was $78,100 in 2000)

Olathe:	$135,712
Colorado:	$237,800

Mean prices in 2009: All housing units: $162,727; Detached houses: $170,726; In 3-to-4-unit structures: $424,152; Mobile homes: $117,391

Median gross rent in 2009: $661.
Ancestries: German (11.3%), English (6.4%), United States (6.4%), Irish (6.3%), Italian (2.7%), Scottish (2.5%).

Median real estate property taxes paid for housing units with mortgages in 2009: $492 (0.4%)
Median real estate property taxes paid for housing units with no mortgage in 2009: $391 (0.3%)

Nearest city with pop. 50,000+:Lakewood, CO  (172.1 miles , pop. 144,126).

Nearest city with pop. 200,000+:Colorado Springs, CO  (173.0 miles , pop. 360,890).

Nearest city with pop. 1,000,000+:Phoenix, AZ  (419.2 miles , pop. 1,321,045).

Full-time law enforcement employees in 2010, including police officers: 3 (3 officers).

Officers per 1,000 residents here:	1.71

Agricultural workers including supervisors (10%)

Construction trades workers except carpenters, electricians, painters, plumbers, and construction laborers (9%)

Driver/sales workers and truck drivers (8%)

Vehicle and mobile equipment mechanics, installers, and repairers (6%)

Other production occupations including supervisors (5%)

Electrical equipment mechanics and other installation, maintenance, and repair occupations including supervisors (5%)

Other management occupations except farm

OLATHE VITAL STATISTICS

OLATHE, COLORADO VITAL STATISTICS

County: Montrose County
Close cities: Orchard City,  Crawford, Lazear, Montrose, Delta, Hotchkiss, Austin, Eckert. 

Olathe Population (census data)
Total 1,732 (+8.1% since 2000)
Male 844 (48.7%)
Female 888 (51.3%)

Population Density: 1,307 people per sq. mile
Cost of Living Index: 83.4 (US Avg is 100)
Olathe Elevation: 5,356 feet above sea level

Incorporated in 1907
Land Area: 1.33 square miles
Median Household Income: $35,812
Zip Code: 81425.

OLATHE DEMOGRAPHIC DATA

Ethnic Information:

• White Non-Hispanic (62.4%)
• Hispanic (35.2%)
• Other race (19.7%)
• Two or more races (3.8%)
• American Indian (3.0%)

Ancestry Information:

• German (11.3%)
• English (6.4%)
• United States (6.4%)
• Irish (6.3%)
• Italian (2.7%)
• Scottish (2.5%)

Foriegn Born: 357 people (20.6%)

• Latin America (100.0%)

LOCAL OLATHE SPORTS TEAMS

Major League Baseball: Colorado Rockies
NFL Football: Denver Broncos, Arizona Cardinals
NBA Basketball: Utah Jazz, Denver Nuggets
NHL Hockey: Colorado Avalanche
NCAA Sports: University of Colorado, University of Denver 

OLATHE SCHOOL INFORMATION

High Schools

Olathe High School (410 Highway 50, Olathe, CO, 81425 - Montrose County RE-1J District)

Middle Schools

Olathe Middle School (326 Highway 50, Olathe, CO, 81425 - Montrose County RE-1J District)

Elementary Schools

Olathe Elementary School (211 North Roberts, Olathe, CO, 81425 - Montrose County RE-1J District)

Telluride Time

Think Telluride-set down right in the beautiful San Juan Mountains, where fall colors delight and winter snow makes for skiing and snowboarding.  Hiking trails, 4x4 roads, and Bridal Falls lend their own flavor to the area.  In the summer choose to eat a hot dog on the streets or visit a  one-of-a-kind restaurant.  Take a trip up the mountain to Mountain Village via the free gondola which sends you through the majestic trees and above a gorgeous snow blanket after a fresh snowfall.  Don't forget to wave to those folks swinging by you on their way down.  Most of all, ENJOY! ITS COLORADO!

The Bonfire

Just imagine. You've donned your coziest sweater and hauled your blanket with you to the quiet clearing in the autumn trees. The ring of hay bales around the bonfire invite you to find a seat. The quiet murmur of the voices of friends and neighbors call to you to join them, and the aroma of apple cider fills the air.  The sticks are sharp and the marshmallows ready. You find your seat and say hello to your friends.  As your marshmallows turn golden brown, a cricket strikes up its solitary tune and the stars peep out.  You watch the dancing flames and twinkling coals and find your cares lulled asleep.  From somewhere across the ring of bales a lone soprano sings the first words of the old hymn, "Amazing Grace"  and voices young and old join in the lovely harmony.  Underneath the starlit sky your heart reaches for and touches God. What peace! What splendor!

A Mountain Get-Away-Part 2

Ouray, sometimes called Little Switzerland, got it's name from the wonderful, historic leader of the Ute tribe.  Being a diplomatic leader,Chief Ouray believed the answer to the problems between the white man and the native tribes was  peace.  Sadly enough,  the Utes lost land to the white man, but Chief Ouray continued to negotiate with the white man for his people.  It was on one of these  negotiating excursions that he passed away due to illness.

Modern day Ouray is home to the Ouray Hot Springs Pool which is open year round,  except for cleaning days. The water coming from the natural hot springs is actually too warm,  so it has to be cooled down  for the pool.  It has an array of minerals in it, but not much sulphur, which makes for a better aroma than some hot springs.  Right outside of Ouray are natural hiking trails and the natural amphitheater. There is lots of lodging in this little mountain town  Don't forget to take a deep whiff of the early morning woodsmoke smell and enjoy watching the squirrels and chipmunks play in the woodpiles.  How exhilarating!  As your cares float away, remember to thank  God on High for His splendid creation!

A Mountain Get-Away-Part 1

Tucked in the San Juan mountains of Colorado is a quaint little town called Ouray.  Rugged mountains stand tall like sentinels,  surrounding this lovely village,  while at certain times of  the year,  a waterfall cascades down from up high, lending its own charm to the setting. Ouray is also  home  to the Box Canyon Falls where snowmelt roars through the mountain and down to the  canyon and river below.  In the winter ice-climbers can be seen using their skills,  which appears chilling but fascinating! Main street is lined with fun shops.  So....pack your bags and heed the beckoning call of this revitalizing mountain get-away!

Ahh...Fall

Take a deep breath.  Feel that invigorating pulse of fall as it creeps into the Western Slopes of lovely Colorado.  The creeks and brooks babble more lazily now and the trees and bushes are dotting the landscape with bits of color.  The apples and pumpkins are growing in earnest and there is a touch of crispness in the nighttime air. Ahh...fall!   When it arrives in full you may want to be an eyewitness and see for yourself the glory of the colors on Grand Mesa.   There is something breathtaking about being surrounded with yellowgold and touches of red.   Perhaps sleeping in a tent or yurt in a quiet campground elsewhere would be more to your liking.   Listen to the magpies call, but do watch out for the bears!   Color Sunday for Grand Mesa is set for September 30 this year.   Letting God's beautiful creation soak into your heart and spirit is so refreshing!