Boulder County, CO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 4/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 6/10
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
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
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
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
328,317 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
55.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
63.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$102,772 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
21.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$713,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$788 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,788 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
59.1% 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 Metro Area
3
Colorado
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Boulder Metro Area
4
Colorado
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 10 25
Feb 1 11 26
Mar 1 15 33
Apr 2 12 40
May 2 2 49
Jun 2 0 58
Jul 2 0 64
Aug 2 0 62
Sep 1 0 54
Oct 1 5 44
Nov 1 11 33
Dec 1 12 25

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 64% of residents leaning left and 29% leaning right.

Liberal (65%) (29%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 22%
Hillary Clinton 70%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, CO State Senate District 15, CO State House District 49, CO
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Schools

Jamestown Elementary School
2 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Crest View Elementary School
7 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Tara Performing Arts High School
7 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Naropa University
9 miles, SE • 1 star
University of Colorado Boulder
9 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Hospitals

Boulder Community Health
10 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Longmont United Hospital
16 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Airports

Denver International Airport
42 miles, SE • 5 star
Laramie Regional Airport
85 miles, N • 1 star
Eagle County Regional Airport
86 miles, W • 1.4 star
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