Fort Lupton, CO

Colorado · Weld County · Greeley Metro

Fort Lupton is a small city in Colorado with a population of 8,494. Residents earn $64,850 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0

C+ Fair

8,494 Population 641/sq mi density

$64,850 Median Income $28,586 per capita

$372,400 Home Value $466,243 Zillow

$1,296 Median Rent 39.8% income on rent

52°F Avg Temperature 316 sunny days/yr

52 Violent Crime/100K 722 property/100K

C+

Overall

2.5 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

B+

Economy

3.6 / 5.0

$64,850 median income, 5.1% unemployment

Affordability

3.4 / 5.0

$372,400 home value, $1,296/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

52 violent crimes/100K (86% below avg)

Education

2.0 / 5.0

12.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $64,850

14% lower than US avg

Home Value $372,400

32% higher than US avg

Violent Crime 52/100K

86% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 12.9%

62% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,296

11% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 37.5%

17% higher than US avg

Unemployment 5.1%

42% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 10.1%

19% lower than US avg

How Fort Lupton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population8,494

Median Age34.3 yrs

Density641/mi²

Male / Female54% / 46%

Largest GroupWhite 63%

Veterans4.3%

Economy

B+

Median Income$64,850

Per Capita$28,586

Unemployment5.1%

Poverty10.1%

County GDP$29,473M

Commute32 min

Housing

Home Value$372,400

Rent$1,296

Ownership63.9%

Zillow$466,243

Housing Units2,945

Rent Burden39.8%

Crime

Violent52/100K

Property722/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault39/100K

Burglary193/100K

Health

Obesity37.5%

Uninsured22.7%

Smoking15.1%

Depression21.7%

Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain14.7 in/yr

Sunny Days316/yr

Elevation4,911 ft (1,497 m)

Education

Bachelor's+12.9%

High School+76.0%

Graduate+2.7%

School Score5.57

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 38%

Commute32 min

Broadband84.3%

EV Stations2

Libraries19

Is Fort Lupton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fort Lupton receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, a high uninsured rate. Fort Lupton has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fort Lupton is $64,850, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 10.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fort Lupton is $372,400, 32% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,296 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 5.7x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Fort Lupton is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 52 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 722 per 100,000, 63% below the national average.

Education

12.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Fort Lupton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 316 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 14.7 inches, including 34.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Fort Lupton has a population of 8,494 with a density of 641 people per square mile, spread across 7.2 square miles. The median age is 34.3 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 46% female and 54% male. The city is predominantly White (63.4%), with 2.5% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 64.4% of residents, while 35.6% speak Spanish. 4.3% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 15.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 85.9% have health insurance coverage.

Population

8,494

Total Population

641

People / sq mi

34.3yrs

Median Age

12% below US avg

7.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54%

Female 46%

Race & Ethnicity

Fort Lupton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 64.4%

18% below US avg

Spanish 35.6%

166% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Fort Lupton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fort Lupton is $64,850, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,586 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,277, 11% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 9,567 business establishments, including 544 restaurants. The cost of living index is 103.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes. 7.5% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Fort Lupton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$64,850
	14% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$28,586
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,277
IRS Avg AGI	$83,945
Gini Index	0.420 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	5.1%
	42% above US avg
Poverty Rate	10.1%
	19% below US avg
Establishments (County)	9,567
County GDP	$29,473M

Business (County)

Restaurants	544
Healthcare	646
Retail	698
Manufacturing	350

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,919
	12% above US avg
Cost of Living	103.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.05%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	31.7 min
Drive Alone	74.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	7.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Fort Lupton is $372,400, 32% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $466,243, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 99.8% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,296 (11% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,161 for a one-bedroom to $1,429 for a two-bedroom apartment. 63.9% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 2,945 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1977. The average annual property tax is $3,919. 39.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$372,400
	32% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$466,243
Median List Price	$460,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$460,000
$/Sq Ft	$238
Homes Sold	20
Sale-to-List Ratio	99.8%
Price Drops	21.9%
Inventory	64

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,296
	11% above US avg
Rent Burden	39.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$1,083
1 Bedroom	$1,161
2 Bedrooms	$1,429
3 Bedrooms	$1,861
4 Bedrooms	$2,178

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	63.9%
Owner-Occupied	63.9%
Renter-Occupied	36.1%
Housing Units	2,945
Median Year Built	1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,919
	12% above US avg
Effective Rate	1.05%

In Fort Lupton, 37.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 12.0% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.0% of residents. 29.6% have high blood pressure. 15.1% are current smokers. 17.5% report binge drinking. 27.9% are physically inactive. 21.7% report depression. 18.5% experience frequent mental distress. 22.7% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,735. The dentist ratio is 1:2,060. 78.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.4 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Fort Lupton vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	37.5%
	17% above US avg
Diabetes	12.0%
Heart Disease	6.0%
High Blood Pressure	29.6%
Asthma	10.8%
COPD	6.4%
Cancer	6.1%
Stroke	3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.1%
	8% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.5%
Physical Inactivity	27.9%
Depression	21.7%
Mental Distress	18.5%
Physical Distress	15.5%
Short Sleep	35.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	85.9%
Uninsured	22.7%
	164% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,735
Dentists	1:2,060
Mental Health	1:340
Checkup Rate	66.2%
Dental Visits	56.2%
Premature Death	6,882/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.4/10
Exercise Access	78.4%
Healthcare Facilities	646

Fort Lupton has a violent crime rate of 52 per 100,000 residents, 86% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 38.7 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 12.9. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 722 per 100,000, 63% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 387, burglary at 193, vehicle theft at 142 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 44 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Fort Lupton receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Fort Lupton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	51.6/100K
	86% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	12.9/100K
Robbery	0.0/100K
Assault	38.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	722.0/100K
	63% below US avg
Burglary	193.4/100K
Theft	386.8/100K
Vehicle Theft	141.8/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	44
Traffic Accidents	113
Avg Accident Severity	2.9 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Fort Lupton experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 316 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 14.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 34.9 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 4,911 feet.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)

Annual Average	52.1°F
	4% below US avg
January Average	31°F (-1°C)
July Average	76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days	316 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	4,911 ft (1,497 m)
Area	7.2 sq mi (18.7 km²)
Population Density	641/sq mi
Coordinates	40.0828°N, 104.8055°W
Timezone	America/Denver
County	Weld County County
Nearest Airport	Denver International (DEN) 17 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 14.7"

61% below US avg

Snowfall 34.9"

Wettest Month (May) 2.52"

Driest Month (Feb) 0.39"

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0491 ppm
NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide)	11.5 ppb
CO (Carbon Monoxide)	0.20 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	7.7 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Moderate
Risk Score	89.2 / 100
Social Vulnerability	11.4 / 100
Community Resilience	56.2 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively High
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Relatively Low
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Relatively High
Strong Wind	Relatively High
Heat Wave	Relatively Low
Winter Weather	Relatively High
Lightning	Relatively High
Ice Storm	Relatively Moderate
Drought	Relatively Low
Cold Wave	Relatively High
Landslide	Very Low
Volcano	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

14 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.0. Most recent: M2.7 on Jun 13, 2025.

Dec 25, 1994	9 km NE of Larkspur, Colorado	M4.0	88 km
Jan 18, 1997	8 km SE of Westcreek, Colorado	M3.3	112 km
Jun 1, 2014	9 km NNW of Kersey, Colorado	M3.2	46 km
Jul 22, 2001	6 km WNW of Woodland Park, Colorado	M3.1	121 km
Sep 12, 1990	13 km NW of Silverthorne, Colorado	M3.0	127 km
Feb 26, 2008	29 km WNW of Westcreek, Colorado	M2.9	106 km
Jan 19, 1997	8 km SE of Westcreek, Colorado	M2.9	112 km
Mar 30, 2019	7 km NE of Greeley, Colorado	M2.9	45 km
Jun 21, 2018	16 km SSW of Walden, Colorado	M2.7	144 km
Jan 19, 1997	8 km SE of Westcreek, Colorado	M2.7	112 km
Apr 18, 1998	8 km SE of Westcreek, Colorado	M2.7	112 km
Jun 13, 2025	7 km SE of Erie, Colorado	M2.7	17 km
Aug 23, 2016	2 km SSE of Eaton, Colorado	M2.6	48 km
Jun 23, 2014	6 km NNE of Kersey, Colorado	M2.5	46 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

800 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 1 fatality, 159 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Jun 4, 2015	EF3	30 km	0
May 22, 2008	EF3	17 km	1
Jun 15, 1988	EF3	41 km	0
Jun 12, 1982	EF3	38 km	0
May 18, 1975	EF3	32 km	0
May 15, 1952	EF3	34 km	0
Jun 7, 2021	EF2	11 km	0
Jun 12, 2017	EF2	99 km	0
May 7, 2016	EF2	56 km	0
Jun 15, 2009	EF2	95 km	0
Jul 31, 1996	EF2	47 km	0
Jul 30, 1996	EF2	77 km	0
Jul 13, 1996	EF2	47 km	0
May 30, 1996	EF2	81 km	0
Jun 9, 1990	EF2	72 km	0
Jun 15, 1988	EF2	41 km	0
Jun 5, 1988	EF2	17 km	0
Jun 5, 1988	EF2	27 km	0
Jul 7, 1987	EF2	51 km	0
Jul 2, 1987	EF2	24 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: CAMERON PEAK (208,910 ac, 2020).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2020	CAMERON PEAK	208,910	87 km
2012	HIGH PARK	90,769	79 km
1996	BUFFALO CREEK	11,690	87 km
2000	BOBCAT	10,444	60 km
2020	CALWOOD	9,836	45 km
2000	HIGH MEADOWS	9,607	90 km
2004	PICNIC ROCK	9,014	79 km
2001	MVD PSFRXASST 4	7,375	99 km
2021	MARSHALL	6,286	35 km
2010	FOURMILE CANYON	5,865	49 km
2002	UNNAMED	5,258	91 km
2002	BIG ELK	4,348	57 km
2021	BIJOU	3,485	71 km
2012	LOWER NORTH FORK FIRE	3,436	78 km
2003	OVERLAND	3,232	47 km
2009	OLD STAGE	3,160	41 km
2011	CRYSTAL FIRE	2,855	68 km
2012	FERN LAKE	2,549	79 km
2020	SUNDAY FIRE	2,204	22 km
2017	CATTLE DRIVE	2,200	92 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	31°F (-1°C)	0.4 in
February	33°F (1°C)	0.4 in	Driest
March	40°F (5°C)	1.3 in
April	48°F (9°C)	1.8 in
May	57°F (14°C)	2.5 in	Wettest
June	67°F (20°C)	1.9 in
July	76°F (24°C)	1.9 in	Warmest
August	71°F (22°C)	1.5 in
September	62°F (17°C)	1.4 in
October	50°F (10°C)	0.9 in
November	37°F (3°C)	0.9 in
December	29°F (-2°C)	0.5 in	Coldest

Fort Lupton has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 29°F in December to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.4 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.5") and February the driest (0.4").

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Fort Lupton is located in Weld County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 12.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 62% below the national average of 33.7%. 76.0% have completed high school. 2.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 59.2% of the vote, a 21-point margin. 84.3% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 19 public libraries serving the community. 646 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 74.1% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.2%

D 38.2%

Winner: Republican by 21 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	44
Traffic Accidents	113
Avg Accident Severity	2.9 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	12.9%
	62% below US avg
High School+	76.0%
Graduate Degree+	2.7%
School Test Score	5.57

C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2	Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density	641/sq mi
Total Area	7.2 sq mi
County	Weld County County

Services

Broadband Access	84.3%
Avg Download Speed	85.9 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	11.7 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	2
Alt Fuel Stations	3
Public Libraries	19
Healthcare Facilities	646
Restaurants	544
Retail Stores	698

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	31.7 min
Drive Alone	74.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	7.5%

Average costs for common services in Fort Lupton. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$258 ($155–$412)
Specialist Visit	$361 ($206–$567)
Urgent Care Visit	$206 ($103–$361)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,268 ($825–$5,155)
Dental Cleaning	$134 ($77–$206)
Dental Filling	$258 ($155–$412)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$46 ($26–$77)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$77 ($52–$124)
Brake Pad Replacement	$309 ($155–$516)
Tire Rotation	$41 ($21–$77)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$619 ($412–$1,031)
Battery Replacement	$206 ($103–$361)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$103 ($62–$155)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$93 ($52–$144)
HVAC Repair	$412 ($155–$825)
HVAC System Install	$7,217 ($4,124–$12,372)
Roof Repair	$1,031 ($412–$2,062)
Roof Replacement	$9,279 ($5,671–$15,465)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,547 ($516–$3,609)
Divorce (Contested)	$15,465 ($5,155–$30,930)
DUI Defense	$5,155 ($2,062–$10,310)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,547 ($825–$3,093)
Will Preparation	$516 ($206–$1,031)
Trust Preparation	$2,578 ($1,031–$5,155)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$26 ($15–$46)
Women's Haircut	$57 ($31–$103)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$155 ($77–$258)
Manicure	$26 ($15–$46)
Pedicure	$41 ($26–$67)
Massage (1 Hour)	$82 ($52–$134)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$4.23 ($3.09–$5.67)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.61 ($2.58–$5.16)
Loaf of Bread	$3.92 ($2.58–$5.67)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.64 ($3.09–$6.70)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.67 ($4.12–$7.73)
Rice (per lb)	$1.03 ($0.62–$1.86)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$144 ($82–$258)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$72 ($31–$155)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$72 ($41–$124)
Internet (Monthly)	$72 ($41–$103)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$67 ($31–$103)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$88 ($52–$155)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$206 ($77–$516)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$2,062 ($1,237–$3,609)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$72 ($31–$134)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$15 ($8.25–$26)
Car Registration (Annual)	$103 ($31–$258)
Driver's License Renewal	$31 ($15–$77)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,237 ($619–$2,578)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$1,031 ($516–$2,062)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$412 ($206–$722)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$52 ($26–$103)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$1,031 ($412–$2,578)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$12,888 ($5,155–$30,930)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$62 ($31–$103)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$103 ($52–$206)
Dog Grooming	$62 ($31–$103)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$41 ($21–$77)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$309 ($155–$516)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$206 ($103–$412)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$1,477
Toddler	$1,271
Preschool	$1,091
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$1,061
Toddler	$938
Preschool	$938

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Weld County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	13,936	361	$70,522	1.43
Construction	13,491	1,288	$77,144	2.16
Retail Trade	11,287	702	$44,787	0.95
Health Care & Social Assistance	10,584	903	$59,557	0.62
Accommodation & Food Services	9,713	539	$24,554	0.90
Mining & Oil/Gas	6,577	270	$110,852	14.63
Administrative & Waste Services	5,592	558	$55,626	0.80
Wholesale Trade	4,476	542	$87,801	0.96
Professional & Technical Services	4,397	1,447	$105,209	0.53
Agriculture & Forestry	3,935	228	$56,572	4.09
Transportation & Warehousing	3,626	424	$74,574	0.72
Other Services	3,219	686	$53,165	0.90
Finance & Insurance	2,797	436	$95,582	0.58
Management of Companies	1,991	119	$131,703	0.99
Real Estate	1,590	451	$66,843	0.86
Arts & Entertainment	1,234	110	$31,055	0.62
Educational Services	962	132	$33,283	0.39
Utilities	502	38	$123,416	1.11
Information & Technology	489	129	$87,116	0.22
Unclassified	20	34	$70,166	0.12

Schools in Fort Lupton

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Fort Lupton High School	High	763	37	20.6:1
Fort Lupton Middle School	Middle	446	25	17.8:1
Twombly Elementary School	Elementary	435	28	15.5:1
Leo William Butler Elementary School	Elementary	404	23	17.6:1
Little Trappers Preschool	—	158	5	31.6:1

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Radio Stations near Fort Lupton

20 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
KLVZ Legends 810AM/95.3 FM - Denver, CO	—	MP3 64 kbps
Colorado Public Radio News	news, npr	MP3 64 kbps
Radio Shadow Deep Tracks	classic rock, pop	MP3 128 kbps
KHNC 1360 "The Lion"	christian, conspiracy	MP3 48 kbps
The Colorado Sound 105.5 FM (AAC)	local radio, music	AAC 96 kbps
107.9 KBPI	rock	AAC
KGNU	community radio, music	AAC 96 kbps
Altitude Sports 950 AM	950 am, am	AAC+ 32 kbps
Colorado Public Radio - Classical	classical	AAC+ 48 kbps
GRACE Fm	christian contemporary	AAC+ 32 kbps
KRFC	—	AAC+ 32 kbps
KCSU	university radio	MP3
KVCU Radio 1190	—	AAC 128 kbps
CPR Classical	classical, public radio	MP3 64 kbps
Channel 93.3 Colorado's Alternative	alternative rock, rock	AAC
Mix 100	adult contemporary	AAC+ 32 kbps
Twisted Grape Radio	—	AAC+ 64 kbps
La Tricolor 94.7	regional mexican	AAC+ 64 kbps
Todays Hit Radio	high energy, shawn mendes	MP3 128 kbps
Rethink Radio	—	MP3 160 kbps

Campgrounds Near Fort Lupton

1 campgrounds found near Fort Lupton.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
Bull Mountain Campground	—	—	Free

National Parks Near Fort Lupton

16 national parks and monuments found near Fort Lupton.

Park	Type	Fee
Barr Lake	State Park	Free
Barr Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Boyd Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Castlewood Canyon State Park	State Park	Free
Chatfield State Park	State Park	Free
Cherry Creek Reservior / State Park	State Park	Free
Cherry Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Eldorado Canyon State Park	State Park	Free
Golden Gate Canyon	State Park	Free
Golden Gate Canyon State Park	State Park	Free
Jackson Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Lory State Park	State Park	Free
Rocky Mountain National Park	National Park	$30
Roxborough State Park	State Park	Free
St. Vrain State Park	State Park	Free
Staunton State Park	State Park	Free

Trails Near Fort Lupton

2 trails found near Fort Lupton.

Trail	Miles	Surface	Hike	Bike	Horse
ROUND MOUNTAIN	4.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
ROUND MOUNTAIN NATURE TRAIL	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes

Historical Trends — Fort Lupton

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	7,791	$50,261
2015	8,159	$50,191
2017	8,622	$55,887
2019	8,563	$63,646
2021	8,260	$68,295
2023	9,443	$64,850

Museums in Fort Lupton

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
SPIRIT OF FLIGHT FOUNDATION	GENERAL MUSEUM		3034601156	$507,402
ADAMS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3036597103	$158,402
SOUTH PLATTE VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	2001 HISTORIC PARKWAY	3038571710	$35,997
ERIE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	11611 JASPER ROAD	3038284561
FORT VASQUEZ MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		9707852832
MILLIKEN HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	1101 BROAD ST
NATIONAL ARCHIVES AT DENVER	GENERAL MUSEUM
NATIONAL WAR MUSEUM OF THE ROCKIES	GENERAL MUSEUM
PLATTEVILLE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	502 MARION	9707856285
VICTOR HISTORICAL PRESERVATION SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS GALLERY	ART MUSEUM
WESTMINSTER AREA HISTORICAL AND MUSEUM SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	4350 W 76TH AVENUE	3034265279

Libraries in Fort Lupton

Name	Address	Annual Visits
RANGEVIEW LIBRARY DISTRICT	5877 EAST 120TH AVENUE	1,261,398
WESTMINSTER PUBLIC LIBRARY	3705 W. 112TH AVE	428,991
DACONO PUBLIC LIBRARY	512 CHERRY STREET	3,240

Farmers Markets in Fort Lupton

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Brighton Downtown Saturday Market	91 North Main Street
Downtown Mead Farmers' Market	P.O. Box 55	06/25/2017 to 09/24/2017	Sun: 10:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes
Erie Farmers' Market	515 Briggs St	May to October	Sat:8:30 AM - 1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Frederick Market	105 5th Street	06/05/2014 to 09/25/2014	Thu: 4:00 PM-8:00 PM;		Visit
Johnstown Milliken Farmer's Market	Charlotte St. and Parish Ave.	06/01/2012 to 10/31/2012	Fri: 4:00 PM-8:00 PM;		Visit
Johnstown Milliken Farmer's Market	Broad Street and Francis St.	06/01/2012 to 10/31/2012	Sun: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;		Visit
Larkridge Farmers' Market	I-25 & Hwy. 7 at Larkridge Retail Center
Mile High Flea Market	7007 E. 88th Ave.	01/01/2013 to 12/31/2013	Fri: 7:00 AM-5:00 PM;Sat: 7:00 AM-5:00 PM;Sun: 7:00 AM-5:00 PM;		Visit
Northglenn Mall Farmers market	104th & I-25 Northglenn Mall	06/08/2014 to 10/26/2014	Sun: 10:00 AM-4:00 PM;		Visit
The Orchard Farmers Market	14697 Delaware St	06/07/2020 to 09/27/2020	Sun: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM;
The Orchards Farmers' Market	I-25 & 144th Ave.				Visit

Breweries in Fort Lupton

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Boulder Beer Tap House	Airport Lounge, Brewery, Bar	W Jeppesen Terminal 5	3033428326	Visit
C.b. & Potts	American Restaurant, Brewery	1257 W 120th Ave	3034515767	Visit
Color Me Mine	brewery, Arts Crafts Store	14694 Orchard Pkwy	3034520413, 3034699337	Visit
Deshutes Brewery	Thornton, Wholesale Trade-durable Goods, Industrial machinery and equipment, Brewery products manufa	12139 Grape Way
Echo Brewing Co	Brewers	5969 Iris Pkwy	3038339077	Visit
New Belgium Hub Bar & Grill	Brewery	8900 Pena Blvd
Roosters Road House	Restaurants, American, Barbecue, Brewery, Burgers, Deli, Hot Dogs, Mexican, Sandwiches, Seafood, Smo	8980 Federal Blvd	3034871933	Visit
The Alibi	Bars & Pubs, Breweries, Beer & Ale Distributors, Beer & Ale Retail, Taverns	1007 Broad St
The Silver Bullet	cocktail lounge restaurants, bar & grill restaurants, Bars, cocktail lounges, Restaurants, breweries	3734 E 120th Ave	3034574470
Yak & Yeti	Indian Restaurant, Brewers, Indian Restaurant Southeast Westminster	8665 Sheridan Blvd	3034261976, (303) 426-1976	Visit

Ski Resorts Near Fort Lupton

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort	Slopes (km)	Lifts	Peak (m)	Price	Season	Night	Park
Loveland	93.0	11	3,871	$61	October - May	—	Yes
Brighton	66.0	7	3,200	$67	November - April	Yes	Yes

Pharmacies in Fort Lupton

3 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
DALES HEALTH MART PHARMACY	237 DENVER AVENUE	303-857-6266
SAFEWAY	1300 DEXTER STREET	303-857-6380
SALUD PHARMACY	1115 2ND STREET	720-322-9445

EV Charging Stations in Fort Lupton

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
7Charge - Fort Lupton	641 14th St	7CHARGE		2	CHADEMO J1772COMBO	public
Dale's Pharmacy	105 Dales Pl	Tesla Destination	2		TESLA	public

Cell Towers in Fort Lupton

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
16499 WELD COUNTY ROAD 18 (10332)	LTOWER	52
16499 WELD COUNTY ROAD 18 (10332)	LTOWER	52
13891 NORTH QUEBEC STREET (10262)	MTOWER	49
13891 NORTH QUEBEC STREET (10262)	MTOWER	49
Hudson Site 21235 Weld County Road 12	TOWER	46
Hudson Site 21235 Weld County Road 12	TOWER	46
18494 I-25 EAST ACCESS ROAD (10333)	LTOWER	33
18494 I-25 EAST ACCESS ROAD (10333)	LTOWER	33
33555 E. 152nd Avenue (142672)	MTOWER	32
33555 E. 152nd Avenue (142672)	MTOWER	32

Fire Stations in Fort Lupton

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Fort Lupton Fire Protection District	1121 Denver AVE	Mostly career			303-857-4603

Power Plants Near Fort Lupton

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
SR JENKINS FT LUPTON	NOT AVAILABLE	221114	-104.8	NOT AVAILABLE
JM SHAFER GENERATING STATION	NATURAL GAS FIRED COMBINED CYCLE	221112	-104.8	OP
FORT LUPTON	NATURAL GAS FIRED COMBUSTION TURBINE	221112	-104.8	OP
SPINDLE HILL ENERGY CENTER	NATURAL GAS FIRED COMBUSTION TURBINE	221112	-104.9	OP

Bridges in Fort Lupton

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1974	148	24,000	G
Culvert	Concrete	1959	24	13,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Concrete	1957	323	13,000	F
Culvert	Concrete	1957	21	13,000	F
Culvert	Concrete	1971	22	11,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1999	30	4,073	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1994	240	3,971	G
Culvert	Concrete	1989	29	3,861	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2001	58	3,053	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1982	39	2,378	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1993	363	1,952	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2012	37	1,864	G
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	1970	295	1,224	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1995	40	1,041	G
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	1994	35	996	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1992	24	943	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1995	39	682	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2009	30	365	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1997	29	287	F
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	1970	40	215	F
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Prestressed concrete continuous	1994	204	151	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1983	39	108	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1985	46	42	F

Superfund Sites Near Fort Lupton

4 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
FORT ST. VRAIN STATION	16805 WELD COUNTY ROAD 19 1/2	WELD
FORT ST. VRAIN STATION	16805 WELD COUNTY ROAD 19 1/2	WELD
ROCKY MOUNTAIN ENERGY CENTER	6211 WELD COUNTY ROAD 51	WELD
TRI-STATE G & T ASSOC INC	1100 W 116TH AVE	ADAMS

Airports Near Fort Lupton

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Denver International Airport	DEN	Large Airport
Buckley Space Force Base	BFK	Medium Airport
Centennial Airport	APA	Medium Airport
Northern Colorado Regional Airport	FNL	Medium Airport
Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport	BJC	Medium Airport
Air Dusters Inc Airport	—	Small Airport
AJC Airport	—	Small Airport
Ashlawn Airport	—	Small Airport
Athanasiou Valley Airport	—	Small Airport
Beaugh Airport	—	Small Airport
Bellmore Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Big View Airport	—	Small Airport
Bigfoot Turf Airport	—	Small Airport
Bijou Basin Airport	—	Small Airport
Boulder Municipal Airport	WBU	Small Airport
Brighton Van-Aire Estates Airport	—	Small Airport
Burnham Field	—	Small Airport
Campbells Airport	—	Small Airport
Cartwheel Airport	—	Small Airport
Chaparral Airport	—	Small Airport
Christman Field	—	Small Airport
Circle 8 Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Colorado Air and Space Port	—	Small Airport
Colorado Antique Field	—	Small Airport
Colorado Live Steamers Airport	—	Small Airport
Comanche Airfield Llc Airport	—	Small Airport
Comanche Springs Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Crop Air Inc Airport	—	Small Airport
Dave's Airport	—	Small Airport
Dead Stick Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Denning Airport	—	Small Airport
Devoe Airport	—	Small Airport
East Moore Field	—	Small Airport
Easton/Valley View Airport	—	Small Airport
Elk Park Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Erie Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Evans Airport	—	Small Airport
Everitt Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying E Airport	—	Small Airport
Fought'N'Won Ultralight Flightpark	—	Small Airport
Fox Hole Airport	—	Small Airport
Frontier Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Greeley–Weld County Airport	GXY	Small Airport
Happy Butt Private Airport	—	Small Airport
Harrington Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Hat-Field STOLport	—	Small Airport
Hay Fever Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Henderson Airport	—	Small Airport
Highline Farm Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Horseshoe Landings Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Fort Lupton

20 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone

Brighton Police Department	3401 Bromley Lane
Colorado State Patrol Office	8200 Vasquez Boulevard
Dacono Town Police Department
Federal Heights Police Department	2370 West 90th Avenue
Firestone Police Department
Firestone Police Station & Courtroom
Fort Lupton Police Department
Fossil Ridge Station
Frederick Police Department
Johnstown Police Department	430 South Parish Avenue
Lochbuie Police Department	703 County Road 37
Lochbuie Police Department	703 County Road 37
Milliken Police Station
Northern Range Substation Commerce City Police
Northern Range Substation Commerce City Police
Northglenn Police Department	11701 Community Center Drive
Northglenn Police Department	11701 Community Center Drive
Thornton Police Department	Civic Center Drive
Weld County Sheriff Office
Westminster Police Department

Grocery Stores in Fort Lupton

7 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
7-Eleven 41743H	Convenience Store	641 14th Street
7-eleven Store 41243a 41243A	Convenience Store	1400 2nd
Abarrotes Y Carniceria La Bikina Inc	Convenience Store	804 Denver Ave
Family Dollar 5949	Other	130 S Denver Ave
SAFEWAY 1045	Supermarket	1300 Dexter St
Sbm Colorado Travel Stop Llc	Convenience Store	804 Denver Ave
Valero Corner Store 2744109	Convenience Store	101 Denver Ave

Treatment Centers in Fort Lupton

6 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
BayMark Health Servs of Colorado Inc - BAART Programs Brighton	Substance Abuse	720-909-6008
BHG Westminster Treatment Center - VCPHCS XI LLC	Substance Abuse	303-487-7776
Community Reach Center Inc	Both	303-853-3661
Community Reach Center Inc	Both	303-853-3500
IDEA Forum Inc - IDEA Brighton	Substance Abuse	303-659-9440
Mile High Behavioral Healthcare - Aspen Miracle Center	Substance Abuse	303-426-7848

Churches & Religious Organizations in Fort Lupton

9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
1ST STREET CHURCH	1115 1ST ST
DESTINY CHURCH	PO BOX 144
FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH DAYCARE INC	138 MCKINLEY AVE
FORT LUPTON FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH	306 PARK AVE
GRACEFUL OAKS YOUTH RANCH	8098 COUNTY ROAD 14
MOUNT CALVARY LUTHERAN CHURCH	650 S PARK AVE
OUTPOST CALVARY CHAPEL	1190 DENVER AVE
ST WILLIAM CATHOLIC PARISH IN FT LUPTON	1025 FULTON AVE
THE HERD	7687 COUNTY ROAD 23

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Frequently Asked Questions About Fort Lupton

What is the population of Fort Lupton?

Fort Lupton has a population of 8,494 residents and is located in Colorado. The population density is 641 people per square mile, spread across 7.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 34.3 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 46% female and 54% male.

Is Fort Lupton expensive to live in?

Fort Lupton has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 103.1 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $64,850, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $372,400 (32% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,296 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Fort Lupton safe?

Fort Lupton is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 52 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 722 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Fort Lupton receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Fort Lupton?

Fort Lupton has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 316 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.7 inches, with 34.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Fort Lupton?

The unemployment rate in Fort Lupton is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,277. There are 9,567 business establishments in the area, including 544 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 32 minutes, and 7.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Fort Lupton?

The median home value in Fort Lupton is $372,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $466,243. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,296. Fair market rent is $1,161 for a 1-bedroom and $1,429 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 63.9%. The average annual property tax is $3,919.

How are the schools in Fort Lupton?

Schools in Fort Lupton score 5.6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 12.9% of adults in Fort Lupton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.0% have completed high school. 2.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Fort Lupton?

The obesity rate in Fort Lupton is 37.5% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.1% of adults are smokers. 27.9% are physically inactive. 21.7% of residents report depression. 22.7% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 78.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,735.

What is transportation like in Fort Lupton?

The average commute in Fort Lupton is 32 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 74.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 7.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Fort Lupton?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Fort Lupton is 63.4% White, 2.5% Hispanic or Latino. 64.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 35.6% speak Spanish. 4.3% of the population are military veterans. 15.7% of residents have a disability. 85.9% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

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