About this Area

Welcome to Dorchester, a highly sought-after community in Colorado Springs, CO. Known for its beautiful properties and excellent location, it offers a fantastic lifestyle for its residents.

Homendo Valuation Index

Quality of Life 88

Environment 81

Education 89

Safety 92

Demographics

Population

17,269

Density

1,500

Median Age

34.5

Income

$64,496

Statistic	Zip	City	County	State	USA
Population	17,269	483,099	736,008	5,810,774	332,387,540
Median Age	34.5	35.6	35.0	37.5	38.7
People per Household	2.04	2.39	2.52	2.45	2.54
Median Household Income	$64,496	$83,198	$87,470	$92,470	$78,538
Avg Income per Capita	$45,406	$44,893	$44,250	$50,489	$43,289

Real Estate Market

Median Value

$349,500

Median Rent

$1,282

Available

205

Metric	Zip	City	County	State	USA
Median Sale Price	$349,500	$420,700	$431,000	$502,200	$303,400
Median Age of Home	61	39	37	38	45
Homes Owned	45.2%	58.7%	63.3%	60.6%	58.2%
Homes Rented	48.4%	37.0%	32.1%	30.8%	31.3%
Homes Vacant	6.4%	4.4%	4.6%	8.6%	10.4%

Quality of Life

Index	Zip	City	County	State	USA
Cost of Living Index	106.1	106.1	106.1	106.1	100.0
Commute Time (min)	21.9	22.8	23.5	25.5	26.6
Work from Home	13.0%	16.1%	15.4%	18.8%	13.5%

Climate

Jan Low

19.2°

July High

86.8°

Rain

13.1"

Metric	Zip	City	County	State	USA
Jan Avg Low (°F)	19.2	19.2	19.2	19.2	19.2
July Avg High (°F)	86.8	86.8	86.8	86.8	86.8
Annual Precip (in)	13.1	13.1	13.1	13.1	13.1

Safety & Crime

Violent Crimes (per 100k)

Type	Zip	City	County	State	USA
Assault	350.5	350.5	350.5	350.5	350.5
Murder	4.5	4.5	4.5	4.5	4.5
Robbery	63.0	63.0	63.0	63.0	63.0

Property Crimes (per 100k)

Type	Zip	City	County	State	USA
Burglary	348.0	348.0	348.0	348.0	348.0
Theft	1754.2	1754.2	1754.2	1754.2	1754.2

Neighborhood Insights

AI-Ready Analysis for Dorchester

Dorchester is an accessible entry-point into the CO real estate market located in Colorado Springs. The neighborhood is offering a flexible lifestyle with a dynamic mix of owners and renters, ideal for young professionals or investors..

Demographically, the area is popular among young professionals and growing families (Median Age: 34.5), creating a unique community atmosphere. With a median household income of $64,496, residents enjoy a quality of life that supports local commerce and community maintenance.

Source: Homendo Network Market Data Analysis (2026).

The real estate market in Dorchester is currently active. The median home value stands at $349,500, reflecting the desirability of the Colorado Springs area. For investors or those looking to lease, the median rent is approximately $1,282.

According to Homendo Network, the area's inventory turnover (Vacancy Rate: 6.4%) suggests a competitive market where quality homes tend to sell quickly.

Source: Homendo Network Market Data Analysis (2026).

Dorchester holds a Homendo Safety Score of 92 and an Environmental Quality Score of 81. These metrics are calculated based on local crime statistics per 100k residents and environmental factors like air quality and park density.

Compared to the broader Colorado Springs region, this neighborhood offers a specific balance of security and outdoor accessibility that appeals to safety-conscious buyers.

Source: Homendo Network Market Data Analysis (2026).

The educational landscape in Dorchester is rated at 89 on the Homendo Index. Located within the El Paso County jurisdiction, residents have access to a network of public and private institutions. Families often choose this area specifically for access to these educational resources.

Source: Homendo Network Market Data Analysis (2026).