Boulder, CO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 5/10
directions_run Walkability 4/10
directions_bus Transit 4/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
directions_run Walkability
Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
home Housing
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
106,274 332.4M (US)
Median Age
28.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
39.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
76.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$85,364 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
79.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
34.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$982,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$919 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,858 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
44.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Boulder County
3
Boulder Metro Area
3
Colorado
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Boulder County
4
Boulder Metro Area
4
Colorado
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 11 25
Feb 1 12 27
Mar 2 17 34
Apr 2 15 40
May 2 3 49
Jun 2 0 59
Jul 2 0 65
Aug 2 0 63
Sep 1 1 55
Oct 1 6 44
Nov 1 11 33
Dec 1 14 25

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 70% of residents leaning left and 22% leaning right.

Liberal (71%) (22%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 14%
Hillary Clinton 78%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, CO State Senate District 18, CO State House District 10, CO
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Schools

Whittier Elementary School
1 miles, W • 2.8 star
Columbine Elementary School
1 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Boulder High School
1 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Naropa University
1 miles, W • 1 star
University of Colorado Boulder
2 miles, SW • 3.2 star
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Hospitals

Boulder Community Health
1 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Good Samaritan Medical Center Llc
10 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Denver International Airport
33 miles, SE • 5 star
Laramie Regional Airport
92 miles, N • 1 star
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