Fort Collins, CO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 4/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
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
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
169,705 332.4M (US)
Median Age
30.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
51.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
59.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$83,598 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
25.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$548,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$615 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,533 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
50.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Larimer County
3
Fort Collins-Loveland 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

Larimer County
5
Fort Collins-Loveland Metro Area
5
Colorado
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 0 9 27
Feb 0 8 29
Mar 1 16 36
Apr 2 13 43
May 2 3 53
Jun 2 0 62
Jul 2 0 69
Aug 2 0 67
Sep 1 1 58
Oct 1 5 46
Nov 1 10 35
Dec 1 10 27

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 52% of residents leaning left and 41% leaning right.

Liberal (53%) (41%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 35%
Hillary Clinton 54%
Other 11%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, CO State Senate District 14, CO State House District 52, CO
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Schools

Boltz Middle School
<1 miles, S • 1.9 star
O'DEA Elementary School
<1 miles, N • 2.3 star
Shepardson Elementary School
<1 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Colleges

IBMC College
1 miles, SW • 1.4 star
CollegeAmerica-Fort Collins
2 miles, SW • 1 star
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Hospitals

Poudre Valley Hospital
2 miles, NE • 5 star
McKee Medical Center
9 miles, S • 3.2 star
Medical Center of the Rockies
10 miles, S • 5 star
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Airports

Denver International Airport
52 miles, S • 5 star
Laramie Regional Airport
62 miles, N • 1 star
Yampa Valley Airport
113 miles, W • 1 star
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