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Population
1,306
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Elevation
6,163 ft
Median Home Value
$481,500
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$84,439
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Dotsero

Dotsero is a quiet community of around 1,300 residents tucked away where the Eagle River meets the Colorado River, right at the eastern entrance to Glenwood Canyon. Located along Interstate 70 in western Eagle County, the area is known for its rugged red-rock scenery, easy river access, and the nearby Dotsero Crater, the youngest volcano in Colorado. Originally established as a railroad junction, it has settled into a peaceful residential enclave surrounded by dramatic mountain terrain.

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Daily life here is straightforward and closely tied to neighboring towns along the I-70 corridor. Because Dotsero is an unincorporated community, families send their kids to nearby Eagle County schools and make the short drive east to Gypsum or Eagle for groceries, everyday errands, and local dining. Heading twenty minutes west through the canyon brings you to Glenwood Springs for medical facilities, larger retail centers, and regional employers. It offers a relaxed home base for outdoor enthusiasts who want prime fishing, rafting, and hiking without straying too far from daily necessities.

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Lower FEMA County Heat-Wave Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower FEMA County Hurricane Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0rating

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