Boulder, CO

U.S. News Ratings
Population 97,000
Crime Rate Average
Cost of Living High
Health Care Varied
Median Home Price High
Median Income High

Climate

The weather is generally sunny and dry, with a relatively mild climate most of the year. Snowfalls in winter can be heavy.

Cultural Attractions

Since 1958, the University of Colorado has hosted the Colorado Shakespeare Festival.

Recreation

Biking, hiking, and mountain sports are all popular pastimes in Boulder.

Economy

The University of Colorado, IBM, and Sun Microsystems are the largest employers in the city.

Fun Fact

The city has the highest number of used book stores per capita in the country.

Demographics

Demographic Detail

Population:
97,000
Population under 55:
78.8%
Population over 55:
21.2%

City Detail

Crime rate:
Average
Closest large city:
Denver

Marital Status 2010

Weather

Weather Detail

Air quality:
Average
Temperature:
81°F July High, 3°F January Low

Jobs & Economy

Housing

Median income:
$42,035
Median home price:
$391,700
Average property tax:
$33

Income & Jobs

Unemployment rate 2010:
6.5%
Low
Cost of living:
High

Employment Projections

Education

K–12

Elementary schools:
21
Middle schools:
8
High schools:
6

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Higher Education

Best Colleges at the location:
2
Best Colleges within 30 miles:
13
Best Colleges within 50 miles:
17

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Health Care & Retirement

Hospitals

Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
1/0
Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
30/3
Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
38/3

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Retirement Facilities

Community care facilities for the elderly:
560

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