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Fruita, Colorado Real Estate & Lifestyle Neighborhood Guide

A vibrant Western Colorado community known for world-class outdoor recreation.

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Welcome to Fruita

Outdoor Energy. Small-Town Charm. Big Adventure.

Fruita is a vibrant Western Colorado community known for world-class outdoor recreation, a lively downtown, and a relaxed, friendly lifestyle. It’s the perfect blend of adventure and small-town comfort.

Outdoor Recreation

Famous mountain biking at 18 Road, Kokopelli, and Lunch Loops.
Scenic hiking and trail running in the Colorado National Monument.
Kayaking, floating, and paddleboarding on the Colorado River.
Camping, stargazing, and wide-open public lands.

Amenities

Walkable downtown with shops, restaurants, breweries, and events.
Beautiful parks, playgrounds, and paved paths.
Strong schools and essential services.
Easy access to Grand Junction amenities.

Local Attractions

Colorado National Monument.
Dinosaur Journey Museum.
Fruita Farmers Market.
Mike the Headless Chicken Festival.
Fruita Fall Festival.

Why People Love Fruita

Relaxed lifestyle and friendly community vibe.
Year-round sunshine.
Outdoors in every direction.
Small-town living with big adventures nearby.

Overview for Fruita, CO

16,861 people live in Fruita, where the median age is 42.4 and the average individual income is $39,924. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

16,861

Total Population

42.4 years

Median Age

Medium

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$39,924

Average individual Income

Around Fruita, CO

There's plenty to do around Fruita, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

10

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Smokey Bonez BBQ, Trailblazer Pizza, and BestSlope Coffee Co.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Smokey Bonez BBQ page on Yelp	Dining	4.75 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Trailblazer Pizza page on Yelp Search 456 Kokopelli Dr on Google Maps	Dining	4.43 miles	8 reviews	4.9/5 stars
Visit the BestSlope Coffee Co page on Yelp Search 129 N Peach St on Google Maps	Dining · $	4.65 miles	142 reviews	4.9/5 stars
Visit the Pronto Bronto page on Yelp Search 123 N Peach St on Google Maps	Dining	4.65 miles	6 reviews	4.8/5 stars
Visit the 505 Fix page on Yelp Search 495 Forty Niner Dr on Google Maps	Dining	4.24 miles	4 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Wave Drinks page on Yelp Search 132 W McCune Ave on Google Maps	Dining	4.46 miles	7 reviews	4.7/5 stars
Visit the Hot Tomato Pizzeria page on Yelp Search 124 N Mulberry St on Google Maps	Dining · $$	4.61 miles	464 reviews	4.6/5 stars
Visit the Jimmy John's page on Yelp Search 532 Raptor Rd on Google Maps	Dining	4.2 miles	9 reviews	4.6/5 stars
Visit the Copper Club Brewing Company page on Yelp Search 153 N Mulberry St on Google Maps	Dining · $	4.59 miles	71 reviews	4.5/5 stars
Visit the Lithic Bookstore & Gallery page on Yelp Search 138 S Park Square on Google Maps	Shopping	4.51 miles	4 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Rimrock Adventures page on Yelp Search 927 Hwy 340 on Google Maps	Active	4.2 miles	35 reviews	4.9/5 stars
Visit the Desert Mountain Shuttle page on Yelp	Active	4.77 miles	4 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Colorado Backcountry Biker page on Yelp Search 150 S Park Sq on Google Maps	Active	4.54 miles	32 reviews	4.7/5 stars
Visit the Over the Edge Sports Ltd page on Yelp Search 202 E Aspen Ave on Google Maps	Active	4.6 miles	61 reviews	4.6/5 stars
Visit the Skin Deep page on Yelp Search 529 E Grand Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	4.77 miles	10 reviews	5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Fruita, CO

Population Households Employment

Fruita has 6,346 households, with an average household size of 2.64. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Fruita do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 16,861 people call Fruita home. The population density is 92.85 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

16,861

Total Population

Medium

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

42.4

Median Age

47.96 / 52.04%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

Less Than 9th Grade
High School Degree
Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
Graduate Degree

6,346

Total Households

2.64

Average Household Size

$39,924

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married

Single

Divorced

Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes

15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Schools in Fruita, CO

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Mixed Schools ()

The following schools are within or nearby Fruita. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

Type

Name

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Fruita, Colorado Real Estate & Lifestyle Neighborhood Guide

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Welcome to Fruita

Outdoor Energy. Small-Town Charm. Big Adventure.

Outdoor Recreation

Amenities

Local Attractions

Why People Love Fruita

Overview for Fruita, CO

16,861

42.4 years

Medium

$39,924

Around Fruita, CO

10

Somewhat Bikeable

Points of Interest

Demographics and Employment Data for Fruita, CO

16,861

Medium

42.4

47.96 / 52.04%

6,346

2.64

$39,924

Schools in Fruita, CO

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