About this Area

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

Homendo Valuation Index

Quality of Life 87

Environment 88

Education 98

Safety 86

Demographics

Population

5,950

Density

1,500

Median Age

53.9

Income

$153,368

Statistic	Zip	City	County	State	USA
Population	5,950	171	368,283	5,810,774	332,387,540
Median Age	53.9	58.3	39.5	37.5	38.7
People per Household	2.70	2.28	2.70	2.45	2.54
Median Household Income	$153,368	$88,125	$145,737	$92,470	$78,538
Avg Income per Capita	$76,404	$41,794	$66,810	$50,489	$43,289

Real Estate Market

Median Value

$826,900

Median Rent

N/A

Available

231

Metric	Zip	City	County	State	USA
Median Sale Price	$826,900	$155,600	$674,000	$502,200	$303,400
Median Age of Home	28	41	24	38	45
Homes Owned	91.6%	86.1%	75.3%	60.6%	58.2%
Homes Rented	5.2%	8.9%	21.5%	30.8%	31.3%
Homes Vacant	3.2%	5.1%	3.1%	8.6%	10.4%

Quality of Life

Index	Zip	City	County	State	USA
Cost of Living Index	169.0	169.0	169.0	169.0	100.0
Commute Time (min)	35.8	24.5	27.2	25.5	26.6
Work from Home	29.1%	28.7%	27.4%	18.8%	13.5%

Climate

Jan Low

11.8°

July High

84.3°

Rain

21.8"

Metric	Zip	City	County	State	USA
Jan Avg Low (°F)	11.8	11.8	11.8	11.8	11.8
July Avg High (°F)	84.3	84.3	84.3	84.3	84.3
Annual Precip (in)	21.8	21.8	21.8	21.8	21.8

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 Dawson Butte

Dawson Butte is an affluent community with above-average earning potential located in Larkspur. The neighborhood is characterized by a very high stability rate, with 91.6% of residents owning their homes. This typically indicates a long-term, established neighborhood structure..

Demographically, the area tends to attract established professionals and retirees (Median Age: 53.9), creating a unique community atmosphere. With a median household income of $153,368, 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 Dawson Butte is currently active. The median home value stands at $826,900, reflecting the desirability of the Larkspur area. For investors or those looking to lease, the median rent is approximately N/A.

According to Homendo Network, the area's inventory turnover (Vacancy Rate: 3.2%) suggests a competitive market where quality homes tend to sell quickly.

Source: Homendo Network Market Data Analysis (2026).

Dawson Butte holds a Homendo Safety Score of 86 and an Environmental Quality Score of 88. 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 Larkspur 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 Dawson Butte is rated at 98 on the Homendo Index. Located within the Douglas 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).