Bent County is located in the Arkansas River Valley on the banks of the Arkansas
and Purgatoire Rivers and the plains of Southeast Colorado. In 1870 the county
of Bent was formed and named after William Bent, an early trapper, trader,
and pioneer. Today the area is rich with recreational activities, historical
sites and western traditions as well as birding trails, excellent schools
and opportunities for business expansion and relocation. Most employment for
the citizens is found in the area of agriculture as well as the two correctional
facilities located within the county. County and city government, health care,
schools and cottage industries provide the balance of employment. The many
lakes provide an abundance of locations for water sports, camping, fishing
and hunting. The museums, art galleries, and cultural events help to round
out the balance and attraction of the area as a great place to visit but a
better place to live.
Home to the towns of Caddoa, Hasty, Las Animas and McClave
Bent County at a glance
- Predominantly rural
- Area 1,541 square miles
- Elevation 3,901 feet
- Population (2007) 5,926 / 4 people per square mile
- Cost of living index 84.9%
- Unemployment rate (2007) 5.2%
- 315 days of sunshine
- Mean temperature of 30º F in winter
- Mean temperature of 80º F in summer
- Precipitation averages 12.8 inches annually
- Low crime rate
- Low mill levies
- Friendly communities
- Median resident age 37.3 years
- Library
- Churches
- 5 Public schools with 11:1 student/teacher ratio
- Mountain time zone
- Assisted living facility
- Nursing care facility
- Day care
- Golf course
- Swimming pool
- Airport
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