Fort Collins, CO
Full City Profile · Colorado · Larimer County County
Fort Collins, CO
At a Glance
How Fort Collins Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Fort Collins's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Fort Collins a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Fort Collins residents earn a median household income of $83,598 , which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,341. The unemployment rate stands at 5.2% (44% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 15,314 business establishments, including 1,012 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Fort Collins is $548,400 , 95% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $560,192. Median rent is $1,661/month, with 34.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 103.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1992.
Safety & Crime
Fort Collins reports 278 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 27% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,178/100K. The murder rate is 1.8/100K.
Education
59.9% of adults in Fort Collins hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% above the national average). 97.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Fort Collins has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.9 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 54.