Longmont

Longmont, Colorado Overview

Longmont scores 56.1/100 overall (B), ranking #9 of 20 cities in Colorado — below the state composite of 66.2. Health is the city’s relative strength at 83/100, while Livability lags at 42/100.

Income & Employment in Longmont

The median household income in Longmont is $82,984, 9% below the statewide median of $91,340. The local unemployment rate of 4.2% is higher than the state’s 3.8%. Population grew 0.7% recently.

Safety in Longmont

With a violent crime rate of 504.9 per 100,000, Longmont exceeds the Colorado average of 413. Safety is a factor prospective residents should weigh carefully. The property crime rate is 2804.6 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Longmont

The median home value is $541,400. Median monthly rent is $1,755. The price-to-income ratio of 6.5x suggests home buyers face a stretched market.

Health & Wellness in Longmont

Longmont’s adult obesity rate of 18.5% is below the national average, contributing to stronger health outcomes. The diabetes prevalence rate is 8%. Residents report an average of 15.5 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Colorado ranks #17 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Longmont

Longmont has a high school graduation rate of 88%. The student-teacher ratio is 16.4:1. Per-pupil spending is $14,045. The city has 28 public schools serving 15,213 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Longmont

The annual average temperature in Longmont is 47.3°F. Summers average 67.1°F. Winters average 27°F. Annual precipitation is 27 inches. 17.2% of workers in Longmont work from home, well above the national average.

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