Westminster, CO

U.S. News Ratings
Population 110,493
Crime Rate Average
Cost of Living Average
Health Care Varied
Median Home Price Low
Median Income Average

Climate

Westminster has a dry, mild climate with plenty of sunshine.

Geography

The city is the midpoint between Denver and Boulder.

Cultural Attractions

Westminster boasts the Butterfly Pavilion and Insect Center, a conservatory filled with 1,200 free-flying butterflies from all over the world.

Recreation

The city has over 50 parks, and the open space in Westminster accounts for about 12 percent of the land.

Historical

In the 1920s, Westminster was the home of some of the country's largest apple and cherry orchards.

Demographics

Demographic Detail

Population:
110,493
Population under 55:
80.7%
Population over 55:
19.3%

City Detail

Crime rate:
Average
Closest large city:
Denver

Marital Status 2010

Weather

Weather Detail

Air quality:
Average
Temperature:
85°F July High, 5°F January Low

Jobs & Economy

Housing

Median income:
$57,290
Median home price:
$190,000
Average property tax:
$29

Income & Jobs

Unemployment rate 2010:
10%
High
Cost of living:
Average

Employment Projections

Education

K–12

Elementary schools:
23
Middle schools:
11
High schools:
7

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Higher Education

Best Colleges at the location:
1
Best Colleges within 30 miles:
15
Best Colleges within 50 miles:
17

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Health Care & Retirement

Hospitals

Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
2/0
Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
30/3
Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
37/3

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Retirement Facilities

Community care facilities for the elderly:
398

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