Craft Beer Capital

Recently Fort Collins was named one of the 14 Best Places to Travel in 2019 by Forbes. As Journalist of the year, Olivia Balsinger put it, “Fort Collins, nicknamed FoCo, is a happening new travel destination whose energetic art scene and entrepreneurial spirit makes the hour-long drive from Denver well worth it.”

While many students choose to rent, home prices in Ft. Collins are also much cheaper than Denver or Boulder.

For those traveling to Colorado by air, Denver International Airport is the closest major airport to Fort Collins.

Generally, the cost of living runs a bit above the national average, at about 10% higher than this average. When considered on a scale of 100, the cost of living for Fort Collins is about 118.3, while Colorado is 121.1.

Fort Collins gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 90 days per year. Precipitation is rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls to the ground….Climate Averages.

The hottest day of the year is July 13, with an average high of 87°F and low of 60°F. The cold season lasts for 3.4 months, from November 20 to March 1, with an average daily high temperature below 49°F. The coldest day of the year is December 30, with an average low of 19°F and high of 40°F.

City of Fort Collins Water Quality staff tested the water in Duck Lake and determined that the oxygen level is extremely low, which caused the algae to die and start decomposing, which causes the hydrogen sulfide odor.

We understand why. In 2020, Fort Collins ranked No. 1 on Livability’s “Top 100 Best Places to Live” and No. 4 on Livability’s “10 Best Places to Raise a Family.” From a strong school district to a fantastic selection of craft beer, Fort Collins has a lot to offer.

11 Things You Need to Know Before Moving to Fort Collins

• Old Town will become your favorite place to hang out.
• You may become a craft beer snob.
• You won’t need to drive everywhere.
• But don’t get rid of your car just yet.
• You’ll become a fan of live music.
• The housing market is steady and growing.
• We love local food.

Fort Collins winters are sunny and mild, but snow can fall as early as September and as late as June. There can be a couple of weeks in January when it stays cold, and while snow is light then, it can remain on the ground. We normally see our backyard (southside) grass all year long.

Best Neighborhoods in Fort Collins Colorado

• Old Town. Best place to shop in Fort Collins.
• City Park. Best Place to Live in Fort Collins.
• Ram’s Village. Best Student Neighborhood in Fort Collins.
• Huntington Hills. Best Family Neighborhood in Fort Collins.
• Harmony Crossing. Best Neighborhood for Commuters in Fort Collins.

The worst neighborhood in Fort Collins is Countryside Park, Pleasant Acres, and Sunrise Acres. This is northeast Fort Collins, near Mulberry, which is probably the biggest pro of this area, as Mulberry will be strongly developed soon.

The rate of crime in Fort Collins is 36.06 per 1,000 residents during a standard year. People who live in Fort Collins generally consider the southeast part of the city to be the safest.

In addition to Colorado State University, Fort Collins has high-ranking public and private secondary schools, and the median income for families tops $100,000. Livability ranked it the number one Colorado city to raise a family and WalletHub ranked it in the top ten.

Fort Collins, Colorado is a booming town with a steady flow of new residents for good reason! Here you’ll enjoy over 300 days of sunshine every year, amazing outdoor activities, and a welcoming crowd. Fort Collins regularly tops lists like “Best Places to Live” with our thriving economy and an exciting environment.

The chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime in Fort Collins is 1 in 38. Based on FBI crime data, Fort Collins is not one of the safest communities in America. Relative to Colorado, Fort Collins has a crime rate that is higher than 74% of the state’s cities and towns of all sizes.

Fort Collins has a population of 170,000 with numerous breweries and a booming downtown. And Boulder has 109,000 people, its own breweries and a thriving nightlife. “Boulder is a wonderful place to live, and CU is a world-class university,” echoed Mayor Jones. Both cities boast an impressive tech resume.

6. Everyone In Fort Collins Has A Boulder Inferiority Complex. In essence, Fort Collins is a “Boulder-lite.” Not quite as hippie and not quite as college town-esque.

Citing Old Town bars, “legendary” house parties and students being able to enjoy “Rocky Mountain highs” after the legalization of recreational marijuana, Playboy Magazine recently ranked Colorado State University as No. 8 on its list of top ten U.S. party schools.