Longmont, CO

One of Colorado’s certified creative districts, Longmont features a network of paved trails leading to more than 75 works of art and a thriving downtown area filled with shops, restaurants and places to take in the local culture. The nearby Rocky Mountains offer amazing hiking opportunities while the economy is sky high, anchored by Seagate Technology and St. Vrain Valley Schools. Events like the STEAM Festival, small community block parties and concerts bring residents together throughout the year.

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Affordable Places To Live In Longmont

Median Household Income

^$74,730

Median Home Value

^$378,569

Housing Affordability Index

102

Percent of Adult Population with 401(k)

19.10^%

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Education & Career Opportunities In Longmont

Unemployment Rate

5.30^%

Percent of Population With Bachelor's Degree or Higher

44.20^%

Percent of Population in the Workforce

72.10^%

Food Scene in Longmont

44.30^%

Percent of Adults Drank Beer in Last 6 Months

Restaurants per Capita

23.80

Percent of Adults who Dined Out

55.70^%

Average Annual Spending on Lunch Out

^$1,325.00

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Love Where You Live In Longmont

Volunteerism Rate

18.60^%

Adults Volunteered for Charitable Organization

Voting

54.30^%

Of Adults Voted in Last Election

Local Participation

6.10^%

Adults Served on a Local Committee

Diversity Index

56.70

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Health in Longmont

90.80^%

Of Population Has Health Insurance

14.90^%

Of Population Jogged in the Past Year

Hospitals per Capita

0.10

26.00^%

Of Households Used Organic Food in Last 6 Months

Where to Live Now In Longmont

Average Mortgage Amount

^$1,154.56

Median Rent

^$1,014

63.40^%

Of Homes Owned

36.60^%

Of Homes Rented

Experiences & Adventures In Longmont

8.70^%

Of Population Went to Art Gallery Last Year

12.10^%

Of Population Attended Live Theater Last Year

14.20^%

Of Population Went to a Zoo Last Year

18.70^%

Of Population Attended a Sporting Event Last Year

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