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Is Greeley a Good Place to Live? Greeley, Colorado: cost of living, crime, schools and rankings
Greeley ranks #1160 of the 1,312 US cities we track, #217 of 256 mid-size cities and #19 of 20 in Colorado. Against similar-size cities it has no measure in the top quarter and trails on high violent crime (630 per 100,000, #190 of 235).
Greeley by the numbers
The measures people check first, each with Greeley's rank among the tracked cities and the US figure (or the similar-size median where there is no national figure).
What is the cost of living in Greeley?
Greeley's cost of living index is 100.2, in line with the US level of 100 and #663 of 1,308 cities with data (1 = cheapest). Median rent is $1,388/mo against $1,641/mo in similar-size cities. The typical home is worth $415,216, 22% below the typical Colorado home ($532,748).
| Measure | Greeley | ColoradoCO | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cost of living indexBEA Regional Price Parities, metro area · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size 101.8 · US 100 | 100.2#663 of 1,308 | 103.1 | 101.8 | 100 |
| Typical home valueZillow Home Value Index · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $439,863 · US $368,697 | $415,216#657 of 1,187 | $532,748 | $439,863 | $368,697 |
| Typical asking rentZillow Observed Rent Index · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $1,871/mo · US $1,948/mo | $1,455/mo#303 of 1,115 | — | $1,871/mo | $1,948/mo |
| Median home value (Census)Census ACS · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $405,750 | $402,500#792 of 1,309 | — | $405,750 | — |
| Median rent (Census)Census ACS · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $1,641/mo | $1,388/mo#624 of 1,309 | — | $1,641/mo | — |
| Home value to incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 5x | 5.8x#1003 of 1,309 | — | 5x | — |
| Rent as a share of incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 23.9% | 23.8%#872 of 1,309 | — | 23.9% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 256 cities of 100,000 to 250,000 we track (median). Colorado is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. Zillow figures track homes and rentals on the market now; Census figures are survey medians of all homes and leases, so the two differ.
Greeley housing market · August
Typical home value is a monthly index of homes in the middle third of the market; the Census figures above are survey medians and will differ. Source in the data sources list below. Greeley is in the Greeley, CO metro.
Colorado housing market →Is Greeley safe?
Greeley recorded 630 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, 92% above the US rate of 328 and 49% above Colorado's 422. That ranks #927 of 1,085 cities with data (1 = safest) and #190 of 235 mid-size cities, from a full year of reports to the FBI by Greeley Police Department. Property crime runs 2,915 per 100,000 (US 1,548).
| Measure | Greeley | ColoradoCO | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent crime per 100,000FBI Crime Data Explorer · rank 1 = safestSimilar-size 352 · US 328 | 630#927 of 1,085 | 422 | 352 | 328 |
| Property crime per 100,000FBI Crime Data Explorer · rank 1 = safestSimilar-size 1,730 · US 1,548 | 2,915#941 of 1,085 | 2,144 | 1,730 | 1,548 |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 256 cities of 100,000 to 250,000 we track (median). Colorado is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. City rates come from each police agency's report to the FBI and are not strictly comparable across agencies.
What do people earn in Greeley?
The median household in Greeley earns $69,881, 16% below the US figure of $83,163 and 28% below Colorado ($97,113). Unemployment is 4.9% (US 4.3%). 15.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The population grew 0.3% in the latest year (US +0.5%).
| Measure | Greeley | ColoradoCO | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median household incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size $80,112 · US $83,163 | $69,881#818 of 1,312 | $97,113 | $80,112 | $83,163 |
| Unemployment rateBLS LAUS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 4.2% · US 4.3% | 4.9%#804 of 1,058 | 4% | 4.2% | 4.3% |
| Poverty rateCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 12.6% | 15.1%#868 of 1,312 | — | 12.6% | — |
| Population growth, one yearCensus population estimates · rank 1 = fastestSimilar-size +0.3% · US +0.5% | +0.3%#489 of 1,132 | +0.4% | +0.3% | +0.5% |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 256 cities of 100,000 to 250,000 we track (median). Colorado is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure.
Who lives in Greeley?
The median resident of Greeley is 32.5 years old, against 36.7 in similar-size cities. 27.8% of adults have a bachelor's degree or more, #880 of 1,312 cities (1 = highest). 60.9% of occupied homes are lived in by their owners; the rest are rented.
| Measure | Greeley | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median ageCensus ACSSimilar-size 36.7 | 32.5 | 36.7 | — |
| Adults with a bachelor's degree or moreCensus ACS · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size 34% | 27.8%#880 of 1,312 | 34% | — |
| Homes lived in by their ownerCensus ACSSimilar-size 56.7% | 60.9% | 56.7% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 256 cities of 100,000 to 250,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure.
How are Greeley's schools and health?
There is no city graduation rate for Greeley; its public schools have 18.2 students per teacher and spend $13,549 per pupil. 35.1% of adults are obese and 10.5% have diabetes, against similar-size city medians of 33.3% and 11.5%.
| Measure | Greeley | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students per teacherNCES Common Core of Data · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 17.4 | 18.2#853 of 1,188 | 17.4 | — |
| Spending per pupilNCES school finance survey · rank 1 = mostSimilar-size $14,993 | $13,549#758 of 1,188 | $14,993 | — |
| Adult obesityCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 33.3% | 35.1%#777 of 1,311 | 33.3% | — |
| Adult diabetesCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 11.5% | 10.5%#500 of 1,311 | 11.5% | — |
| Adults with frequent mental distressCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 17.5% | 18.9%#1033 of 1,311 | 17.5% | — |
| Adults without health insuranceCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 11.1% | 18.7%#1188 of 1,311 | 11.1% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 256 cities of 100,000 to 250,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure. 17,171 students are enrolled in Greeley's public schools.
What are the commute and weather like in Greeley?
The average commute in Greeley is 24.3 minutes (Colorado 25.7); 0.3% of workers take transit and 8.9% work from home. On the EPA's walkability index Greeley scores 8.7 of 20 (below average walkable), #895 of 1,312 cities (1 = most walkable). Summers average 72.8°F and winters 31.8°F, with 14.7 inches of precipitation a year.
| Measure | Greeley | ColoradoCO | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average commuteCensus ACS · rank 1 = shortestSimilar-size 24.6 min | 24.3 min#721 of 1,312 | 25.7 min | 24.6 min | — |
| Commutes of an hour or moreCensus ACS · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 6% | 11%#1111 of 1,312 | 7.1% | 6% | — |
| Drive alone to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 70.7% | 72.7% | 65.4% | 70.7% | — |
| Take transit to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 1.1% | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.1% | — |
| Walk to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 1.6% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 1.6% | — |
| Bike to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 0.3% | 0.4% | 1% | 0.3% | — |
| Work from homeCensus ACSSimilar-size 13.3% | 8.9% | 19.9% | 13.3% | — |
| Walkability index (1 to 20)EPA National Walkability Index · rank 1 = most walkableSimilar-size 11.6 | 8.7#895 of 1,312 | — | 11.6 | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 256 cities of 100,000 to 250,000 we track (median). Colorado is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. The walkability index is the EPA's, averaged over the city's neighborhoods by population.
| Month | Average high (°F) | Average low (°F) | Precipitation (inches) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 44.1 | 17.5 | 0.5 |
| Feb | 47.7 | 20 | 0.5 |
| Mar | 59.1 | 28.1 | 0.9 |
| Apr | 66 | 35.3 | 1.8 |
| May | 74.7 | 44.5 | 2.7 |
| Jun | 85.8 | 53.6 | 1.8 |
| Jul | 91.7 | 59.3 | 1.6 |
| Aug | 89.2 | 57.3 | 1.6 |
| Sep | 81.9 | 48.7 | 1.1 |
| Oct | 67.8 | 36.6 | 1.1 |
| Nov | 53.6 | 25.8 | 0.7 |
| Dec | 43.4 | 17.8 | 0.6 |
Top: average low to average high, °F. Bottom: precipitation, inches. NOAA 30-year climate normals at Greeley Unc.
| Measure | Greeley | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average temperatureNOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 62.1°F | 52.1°F | 62.1°F | — |
| Summer average (Jun–Aug)NOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 76.9°F | 72.8°F | 76.9°F | — |
| Winter average (Dec–Feb)NOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 47.7°F | 31.8°F | 47.7°F | — |
| Precipitation a yearNOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 36.8 in | 14.7 in | 36.8 in | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 256 cities of 100,000 to 250,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure. NOAA 30-year climate normals at Greeley Unc.
What are the air quality and natural hazard risks in Greeley?
Weld County's air had a median air quality index of 52, and 45% of measured days were rated good; 6 days were unhealthy for sensitive groups or worse, mostly from ozone. Relative to other US counties, FEMA's National Risk Index puts Weld County's biggest natural hazard losses in hail, tornado, and wildfire, with expected yearly losses of 0.13% of building value, lower than 66% of US counties.
| Measure | Greeley | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median air quality index (county)EPA Air Quality System · rank 1 = cleanestSimilar-size 46 | 52#889 of 1,138 | 46 | — |
| Unhealthy air days a year (county)EPA Air Quality System · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 4 | 6#761 of 1,138 | 4 | — |
| Yearly hazard losses, share of building value (county)FEMA National Risk Index · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 0.16% | 0.13%#474 of 1,312 | 0.16% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 256 cities of 100,000 to 250,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure. County figures for Weld County: the EPA measures air at monitors and FEMA estimates hazard losses by county, not by city.
Natural hazard losses, Weld County
| Hazard | Yearly loss | Higher than |
|---|---|---|
| Hail | 0.013% | 89% of counties |
| Tornado | 0.018% | 80% of counties |
| Wildfire | 0.0021% | 68% of counties |
| Earthquake | 0.0027% | 48% of counties |
| Inland flooding | 0.076% | 44% of counties |
| Strong wind | 0.0015% | 41% of counties |
FEMA National Risk Index: expected yearly building losses from each hazard as a share of the county's building value, compared with every US county exposed to that hazard. Loss rates, unlike FEMA's risk ratings, do not rise just because a county has more property.
How does Greeley compare with similar-size cities?
Greeley is one of 256 cities of 100,000 to 250,000 we track and ranks #217 of them on overall score. The table sets it beside the 8 cities in other states closest to its population of 110,806.
| City | Rank | Score | Income | Rent | Violent crime | Commute |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greeley, COPop. 110,806 | #1160 | 46.4 | $69,881 | $1,388/mo | 630 | 24.3 min |
| Peoria, ILPop. 112,169 | #1153 | 46.5 | $59,410 | $1,005/mo | 1,256 | 17.9 min |
| Everett, WAPop. 111,845 | #618 | 56.4 | $83,512 | $1,740/mo | 252 | 26.9 min |
| Tuscaloosa, ALPop. 111,038 | #1082 | 48.3 | $51,464 | $1,055/mo | 480 | 19.6 min |
| Downey, CAPop. 110,939 | #901 | 51.7 | $90,699 | $1,937/mo | 300 | 31 min |
| South Fulton, GAPop. 110,471 | #763 | 53.9 | $82,324 | $1,702/mo | 477 | 32.5 min |
| Nampa, IDPop. 110,319 | #466 | 58.6 | $74,279 | $1,420/mo | 310 | 24.4 min |
| Allen, TXPop. 110,265 | #245 | 63.3 | $130,901 | $1,932/mo | 79 | 28 min |
| Sparks, NVPop. 110,024 | #738 | 54.3 | $89,056 | $1,716/mo | 365 | 24 min |
Rank is overall rank of 1,312. Income is median household income; rent is Census median rent; violent crime is per 100,000 residents as reported to the FBI ("no data" and "incomplete" are explained on each city's page).
How does Greeley compare with the rest of Colorado?
Greeley ranks #19 of the 20 Colorado cities we track, with a score of 46.4 against Colorado's statewide 64.7. Its households earn 28% below the Colorado median. Violent crime is 49% above the statewide rate. Homes are 22% below the typical Colorado home.
| City | Rank in CO | Score | Income | Rent | Violent crime |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broomfield, COPop. 76,304 | #1 | 68.1 | $123,874 | $2,126/mo | 152 |
| Highlands Ranch, COPop. 102,257 | #2 | 68.0 | $159,307 | $2,531/mo | no data |
| Castle Rock, COPop. 79,123 | #3 | 66.8 | $145,197 | $2,000/mo | 30 |
| Centennial, COPop. 108,201 | #4 | 65.5 | $131,928 | $2,148/mo | 192 |
| Parker, COPop. 61,783 | #5 | 63.3 | $133,369 | $2,096/mo | 192 |
| Arvada, COPop. 122,634 | #6 | 62.1 | $117,348 | $1,888/mo | 307 |
| Longmont, COPop. 99,406 | #7 | 60.8 | $90,671 | $1,816/mo | 350 |
| Loveland, COPop. 78,410 | #8 | 60.1 | $84,604 | $1,730/mo | 163 |
| Fort Collins, COPop. 170,229 | #9 | 59.7 | $85,070 | $1,690/mo | 289 |
| Boulder, COPop. 106,433 | #10 | 59.0 | $87,493 | $2,018/mo | 354 |
| Thornton, COPop. 144,187 | #11 | 58.5 | $103,088 | $1,895/mo | 251 |
| Westminster, COPop. 115,484 | #12 | 58.5 | $100,272 | $1,882/mo | 288 |
| Commerce City, COPop. 66,445 | #13 | 54.8 | $111,972 | $1,880/mo | 742 |
| Denver, COPop. 718,877 | #14 | 54.6 | $94,718 | $1,831/mo | 882 |
| Grand Junction, COPop. 68,142 | #15 | 54.5 | $70,080 | $1,142/mo | 536 |
| Lakewood, COPop. 156,583 | #16 | 53.7 | $89,792 | $1,806/mo | 675 |
| Aurora, COPop. 394,432 | #17 | 51.5 | $88,368 | $1,835/mo | 763 |
| Colorado Springs, COPop. 487,887 | #18 | 51.2 | $84,818 | $1,648/mo | 690 |
| Greeley, COPop. 110,806 | #19 | 46.4 | $69,881 | $1,388/mo | 630 |
| Pueblo, COPop. 111,561 | #20 | 42.6 | $56,664 | $1,082/mo | 1,177 |
All 20 Colorado cities we track, by overall score. Colorado statewide: median income $97,113, violent crime 421.7 per 100,000.
How is Greeley's score calculated?
Greeley scores 46.4 out of 100, #1160 of 1,312 (grade D, which follows rank). It is scored on the 10 of 11 categories with local data; outdoor access is left out rather than filled with Colorado's statewide figure, and the other weights are scaled up to fill the gap. Each score is compared with the median of similar-size cities, which are scored the same way.
- EconomyCity data · 16% of score
Median household income and unemployment in Greeley. Similar-size median 52.9.
45.2 - SafetyCity data · 13% of score
Violent and property crime per 100,000 residents, as reported to the FBI by Greeley's police agency. Similar-size median 70.6.
45.8 - HealthCity data · 13% of score
Adult obesity, diabetes and frequent mental distress in Greeley. Similar-size median 53.8.
51.1 - EducationCity data, some inputs missing · 13% of score
Graduation rate, students per teacher and spending per pupil in Greeley's public schools. One input is missing, so the score uses the others. Similar-size median 52.1.
39.0 - AffordabilityCity data · 11% of score
Greeley's home values and rents and its metro area's price level. Similar-size median 59.1.
63.8 - Household financesCity data · 9% of score
Median household income and poverty rate in Greeley. Similar-size median 51.2.
42.8 - GrowthCity data · 7% of score
Population growth and unemployment in Greeley. Similar-size median 42.1.
41.0 - TransportationCity data · 7% of score
Commute time, long commutes, driving alone, transit, walking, cycling and working from home in Greeley. Similar-size median 50.1.
42.5 - WalkabilityCity data · 7% of score
The EPA's walkability index across Greeley's neighborhoods. Similar-size median 56.1.
40.5 - EnvironmentCounty data · 4% of score
Air quality and natural hazard losses in the county. Similar-size median 45.9.
51.0 - Outdoor accessNot scored
No city-level park or public land measure exists, so outdoor access is not scored for cities.
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Bar: Greeley's category score out of 100. Tick: median of the 256 cities of 100,000 to 250,000 we track. Shares of score are the category weights rescaled over the categories Greeley has data for. City scores use city formulas and are not on the same scale as state scores. Grades follow rank among the 1,312 cities. Methodology
Frequently asked questions about living in Greeley
Is Greeley, CO a good place to live?
Greeley ranks #1160 of the 1,312 US cities we track, #217 of 256 mid-size cities and #19 of 20 in Colorado. Against similar-size cities it has no measure in the top quarter and trails on high violent crime (630 per 100,000, #190 of 235).
What is the cost of living in Greeley?
Greeley's cost of living index is 100.2, in line with the US level of 100 and #663 of 1,308 cities with data (1 = cheapest). Median rent is $1,388/mo against $1,641/mo in similar-size cities. The typical home is worth $415,216, 22% below the typical Colorado home ($532,748).
What is the crime rate in Greeley?
Greeley recorded 630 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, 92% above the US rate of 328 and 49% above Colorado's 422. That ranks #927 of 1,085 cities with data (1 = safest) and #190 of 235 mid-size cities, from a full year of reports to the FBI by Greeley Police Department. Property crime runs 2,915 per 100,000 (US 1,548).
What is the median household income in Greeley?
The median household in Greeley earns $69,881, 16% below the US figure of $83,163 and 28% below Colorado ($97,113). Unemployment is 4.9% (US 4.3%). 15.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The population grew 0.3% in the latest year (US +0.5%).
How much is rent in Greeley?
Median rent in Greeley is $1,388/mo (Census), #624 of 1,309 cities with data (1 = cheapest). The typical asking rent for a unit on the market now is $1,455/mo, against $1,948/mo nationally. Median rent takes 23.8% of the median household's income.
How much does a house cost in Greeley?
The typical home value in Greeley is $415,216, down 1.2% in a year, against $532,748 for Colorado and $368,697 nationally. The Census median value of owner-occupied homes is $402,500.
How are the public schools in Greeley?
There is no city graduation rate for Greeley; its public schools have 18.2 students per teacher and spend $13,549 per pupil.
How long is the commute in Greeley?
The average commute is 24.3 minutes, #721 of 1,312 cities (1 = shortest), against 25.7 minutes across Colorado. 11% of workers spend an hour or more getting to work.
What is the weather like in Greeley?
Greeley averages 52.1°F over the year, 72.8°F in summer and 31.8°F in winter, with 14.7 inches of precipitation. Figures are NOAA climate normals.
Is Greeley walkable?
Greeley scores 8.7 out of 20 on the EPA's National Walkability Index (below average walkable), #895 of 1,312 cities (1 = most walkable). The index weighs street intersection density, distance to transit and the mix of homes and jobs in each neighborhood.
What natural disasters is Greeley at risk for?
Relative to other US counties, FEMA's National Risk Index puts Weld County's biggest natural hazard losses in hail, tornado, and wildfire, with expected yearly losses of 0.13% of building value, lower than 66% of US counties.
How is the air quality in Greeley?
Weld County's air had a median air quality index of 52, and 45% of measured days were rated good; 6 days were unhealthy for sensitive groups or worse, mostly from ozone.
Who lives in Greeley?
Greeley has 110,806 residents. The median resident of Greeley is 32.5 years old, against 36.7 in similar-size cities. 27.8% of adults have a bachelor's degree or more, #880 of 1,312 cities (1 = highest). 60.9% of occupied homes are lived in by their owners; the rest are rented.
How does Greeley compare with the rest of Colorado?
Greeley ranks #19 of the 20 Colorado cities we track, with a score of 46.4 against Colorado's statewide 64.7. Its households earn 28% below the Colorado median. Violent crime is 49% above the statewide rate. Homes are 22% below the typical Colorado home.
What cities are similar in size to Greeley?
The tracked cities in other states closest to Greeley's population of 110,806 are Peoria, IL (#1153 overall), Everett, WA (#618 overall), Tuscaloosa, AL (#1082 overall), Downey, CA (#901 overall), and South Fulton, GA (#763 overall). Greeley is #1160.