Climate
Mild winters and dry summers with low humidity are the norm for Greeley.
Geography
The foothills of the Rocky Mountains are 30 miles west of Greeley.
Cultural Attractions
For five days each August, audiences enjoy High Plains Chautauqua, a re-creation of turn-of-the-century traveling tent shows.
Recreation
Greeley's park system has over 30 parks, some of which feature tennis courts and fishing. The Poudre River Trail is a 19-mile trail popular with hikers and bicyclists.
Historical
Nathan C. Meeker founded Greeley in 1868. The city is named for Horace Greeley, the New York Tribune editor who popularized the phrase "Go West, young man, go West."
Economy
Food processing and canning are major industries in Greeley.
Demographics
Demographic Detail
- Population:
- 97,755
- Population under 55:
- 80.6%
- Population over 55:
- 19.4%
City Detail
- Crime rate:
- Average
- Closest large city:
- Denver
Marital Status 2010
Weather
Weather Detail
- Air quality:
- Average
- Temperature:
- 78°F July High, 4°F January Low
Jobs & Economy
Housing
- Median income:
- $40,919
- Median home price:
- $131,125
- Average property tax:
- $9,540
Income & Jobs
- Unemployment rate 2010:
- 9.8%
- High
- Cost of living:
- High
Employment Projections
Education
K–12
- Elementary schools:
- 18
- Middle schools:
- 13
- High schools:
- 8
Higher Education
- Best Colleges at the location:
- 1
- Best Colleges within 30 miles:
- 2
- Best Colleges within 50 miles:
- 11
Health Care & Retirement
Hospitals
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
- 1/0
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
- 7/0
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
- 33/3
Retirement Facilities
- Community care facilities for the elderly:
- 506
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