Lafayette, CO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
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 8/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
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
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
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
30,471 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
65.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$110,431 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$647,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$692 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,844 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
65.4% 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 27
Feb 1 12 28
Mar 2 18 35
Apr 2 16 42
May 2 3 51
Jun 2 0 60
Jul 2 0 66
Aug 2 0 64
Sep 2 1 56
Oct 1 6 45
Nov 1 11 35
Dec 1 14 27

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 63% of residents leaning left and 30% leaning right.

Liberal (64%) (31%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 24%
Hillary Clinton 69%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, CO State Senate District 17, CO State House District 12, CO
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Schools

Lafayette Elementary School
<1 miles, NE • 3.7 star
Angevine Middle School
<1 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Pioneer Bilingual Elementary School
<1 miles, E • 1.9 star
Centaurus High School
<1 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Colleges

DeVry University-Colorado
7 miles, S • 1.9 star
Front Range Community College
7 miles, S • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Good Samaritan Medical Center Llc
2 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Airports

Denver International Airport
24 miles, SE • 5 star
Laramie Regional Airport
96 miles, N • 1 star
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