Lochbuie, CO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
8,142 332.4M (US)
Median Age
33.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
71.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
16.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$88,548 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
41 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$373,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$439 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,500 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
88.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Weld County
3
Greeley 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

Weld County
4
Greeley Metro Area
4
Colorado
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 11 28
Feb 1 12 29
Mar 2 18 36
Apr 2 16 42
May 2 3 51
Jun 2 0 61
Jul 2 0 67
Aug 2 0 65
Sep 1 1 57
Oct 1 6 46
Nov 1 11 36
Dec 1 14 27

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 43% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (43%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 55%
Hillary Clinton 36%
Other 9%

Schools

Lochbuie Elementary School
<1 miles, S 1.4 star
Bromley East Charter School
2 miles, SW 1.9 star
Foundations Academy
3 miles, SW 2.3 star

Colleges

Empire Beauty School-Thornton
13 miles, W 1 star
DeVry University-Colorado
16 miles, W 1.9 star
Altierus Career College-Thornton
17 miles, W 1.4 star
Lincoln College of Technology-Denver
18 miles, SW 1.9 star

Hospitals

Platte Valley Medical Center
4 miles, SW 4.1 star
North Suburban Medical Center
17 miles, W 3.2 star
Good Samaritan Medical Center Llc
19 miles, W 4.1 star

Airports

Denver International Airport
11 miles, S 5 star
Laramie Regional Airport
103 miles, N 1 star