Broomfield

Broomfield, Colorado Overview

With a composite score of 64.2/100 and a A+ grade, Broomfield ranks #5 of 20 cities in Colorado. Its strongest showing is in Health (83/100), while Outdoor Access (45/100) represents its largest gap.

Income & Employment in Broomfield

Households in Broomfield earn a median of $112,139 — 23% above the state median — but the 4.1% unemployment rate sits above the statewide 3.8%, suggesting the job market doesn’t match the income figures.

Safety in Broomfield

At 167.4 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, Broomfield sits meaningfully below the Colorado average of 413 — a 147% lower gap. The property crime rate is 2306.9 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Broomfield

Broomfield has a cost of living index of 105.5 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly above the national benchmark. The median home value is $631,600. Median monthly rent is $2,074. Renters spend 22.2% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline. The price-to-income ratio of 5.6x suggests home buyers face a stretched market.

Health & Wellness in Broomfield

Broomfield’s adult obesity rate of 22.5% is below the national average, contributing to stronger health outcomes. The diabetes prevalence rate is 6.9%. Residents average 14.8 poor mental health days per month. Colorado ranks #17 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Broomfield

Broomfield has a high school graduation rate of 86.1%. The student-teacher ratio is 17.7:1. Per-pupil spending is $15,483. The city has 17 public schools serving 12,513 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Broomfield

The annual average temperature in Broomfield is 48.4°F. Summers average 68.4°F. Winters average 27.7°F. Annual precipitation is 25.9 inches. 22.8% of workers in Broomfield work from home, well above the national average.

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