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Fort Collins: Gateway to Adventure and Innovation in Colorado's Heart.
About Fort Collins, CO
Today, Fort Collins is a beacon of progress and culture. The city champions a community-oriented lifestyle, supported by numerous parks, trails, and green initiatives. It's also a technology and innovation hotspot, attracting industries ranging from agriculture to biotech. Fort Collins' appealing blend of natural beauty, educational opportunities, and lively arts scene ensures its status as one of the best places to live in the United States.
Quality of Life Scores
Data-driven insights into what makes Fort Collins special
Quality of life scores are aggregated from publicly available data sources including the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI Crime Statistics, EPA Air Quality Index, walkability studies, and local municipal data. Scores are calculated on a 0-100 scale and updated periodically to reflect current conditions.
Demographics & Economy
Understanding the community and economic landscape
Demographics
Fort Collins boasts a youthful community enriched by students, families, and professionals, set against a backdrop of outdoor living with an appreciation for sustainability.
Economy
Strong economic foundation driven by diverse industries including education, brewing, technology, agriculture, manufacturing.
Housing
Real estate market offers opportunities for residents and investors with balanced housing options across neighborhoods.
Education Excellence
World-class learning opportunities and achievements
Education Levels
Institutions
- Schools: 50
- Universities: 2
- Libraries: 2
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17.2:1
Sports & Entertainment
Home to professional and collegiate athletics
College & Development
Major Venues
Canvas Stadium: 41,000
Transportation & Infrastructure
Getting around Fort Collins
Roads & Highways
Major Highways: I-25, US-287, CO-14
Average Commute: 20 minutes
Public Transit
Transfort
Airports
DEN - Denver International Airport
Places & Attractions
Discover what makes Fort Collins unique
Landmarks
- Old Town Fort Collins
- Avery House
- Fort Collins Municipal Railway
- Camp Collins Historic Marker
Attractions
- Horsetooth Reservoir
- Fort Collins Museum of Discovery
- The Gardens on Spring Creek
- New Belgium Brewing Company
- Odell Brewing Company
Museums
- Fort Collins Museum of Discovery
- Global Village Museum of Arts and Cultures
- Avery House
- Museum of Art Fort Collins
Parks
- Horsetooth Mountain Open Space
- Spring Canyon Park
- City Park
- Lee Martinez Park
- Fossil Creek Park
Healthcare
- UCHealth Poudre Valley Hospital
- Banner Fort Collins Medical Center
Key Industries
Economic drivers powering Fort Collins
Living Here
Essential information about life in Fort Collins
Climate & Geography
Climate: Humid Continental
Elevation: 5,003 feet
Time Zone: America/Denver
County: Larimer County
Metro Area: Fort Collins, CO Metro Area
Contact Information
Area Code: 970
ZIP Codes: 80521, 80524, 80525, 80526, 80528
Location
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