Pueblo West is a census-designated place (CDP) in and governed by Pueblo County, Colorado, United States. The CDP is part of the Pueblo, CO Metropolitan Statistical Area. The population of the Pueblo West CDP was 33,086 according to the United States Census 2020.

Since the 1970s, recreational and industrial opportunities were also being founded on Pueblo West property, including the South Equestrian Center, National Horseman's Arena, the Pueblo West Golf and Tennis Club, and manufacturing company Aspen Skiwear, all making use of the area's expansive plains for their ventures. Pueblo West had a population of nearly 4,500 by the early 1980s, requiring the building of Pueblo West Middle School. With developmental opportunities abounding in the North Industrial Park, the economy of the District was growing alongside its residential areas. Following a population boom in the 1990s, several new elementary schools were built, with Pueblo West High School officially opening in 1996. In the early 2000s, a trail system was created along with an additional fire station being built to serve the north side of the District. Pueblo West also entered into the Southern Delivery System, a bilateral agreement to supply water from the Pueblo Reservoir to Colorado Springs. Today, Pueblo West is home to over 30,000 residents and boasts a growing industrial center.

In January 2019, the Pueblo West Metro District Board initiated a feasibility study regarding incorporation.

Geography

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Pueblo West is approximately 49 square miles in size and is located along the southern edge of the state's major growth corridor. Situated on Highway 50, roughly 7 miles west of the City of Pueblo and 38 miles east of Cañon City, Pueblo West is bisected by U.S. Route 50, and its northeastern border is adjacent to Interstate 25. Lake Pueblo State Park is situated along the southern boundary of Pueblo West, and the remainder of the community is mostly landlocked by ranch land, conservation easements, and private property.

The Pueblo West CDP has an area of , including of water.

Spring temperatures can fluctuate greatly during the day, with the average highs for March, April, and May typically registering from the 50s to the mid 70s. However, in some years late spring snow storms can dump inches of snow, sometimes in a matter of a few hours. Some years might see light snowfall well into May. Nighttime lows typically range from the 20s to the 40s for these months. Pueblo West is rather windy in general, and particularly windy in the spring.

In the summer, high temperatures typically start out in the 80s-90s range, but can quickly reach 100 or higher. However, the evenings are pleasantly cool, with the average summer low evening temperature being in the 50s to 60s, although occasionally temperatures can drop down into the upper 30s even during the summer.

Fall is often crisp and very dry. September, October, and November typically start out in the 80s and fall through the 70s to reach high temperatures in the 50s during November, although, depending on the year, October or even September can sometimes see the first snowfall. Lows for this time period tend to move from the 50s down into the upper 20s. Frequently these months will also become windier and can exacerbate Red flag warnings for wildfires. Campers and hikers should be aware that campfires are frequently prohibited during these months.

The winter months of December, January, and February see average highs in the 40s and 50s with lows in the 20s. Milder winter temperatures also mean less snowfall, with a yearly average snowfall of 31 inches.

Averages and graphs for the above information can be found here:

Demographics

2020 census

As of the 2020 census, Pueblo West had a population of 33,086. The median age was 42.0 years. 23.7% of residents were under the age of 18 and 18.9% of residents were 65 years of age or older. For every 100 females there were 101.2 males, and for every 100 females age 18 and over there were 99.1 males age 18 and over.

76.8% of residents lived in urban areas, while 23.2% lived in rural areas.

There were 12,121 households in Pueblo West, of which 32.4% had children under the age of 18 living in them. Of all households, 60.6% were married-couple households, 15.2% were households with a male householder and no spouse or partner present, and 18.0% were households with a female householder and no spouse or partner present. About 19.1% of all households were made up of individuals and 8.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. and provides services to over 30,000 residents, businesses, and visitors. It is home to nine District 70 schools and a charter school, including:

High schools

  • Pueblo West High School

Middle schools

  • Liberty Point International (formerly Pueblo West Middle School)
  • Skyview Middle School

Elementary schools

  • Liberty Point International (formerly Pueblo West Elementary School)
  • Sierra Vista Elementary
  • Desert Sage Elementary School
  • Prairie Winds Elementary School
  • Cedar Ridge Elementary School

Charter schools

  • Swallows Charter Academy High School (Kindergarten through 12th grade)

Transportation

Public transport

Pueblo West is part of Colorado's Bustang network. It is on the Alamosa-Pueblo Outrider line.

Major highways

See also

  • List of census-designated places in Colorado

References

  • Pueblo West @ Colorado.com
  • Pueblo West @ UncoverColorado.com
  • Pueblo West Chamber of Commerce
  • Pueblo West Metropolitan District
  • Pueblo County website