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Colorado Springs, CO vs Longmont, CO
Colorado Springs, CO vs Longmont, CO: What the data shows
Colorado Springs, CO is in Colorado Springs, CO while Longmont, CO is in Longmont, CO — both in the same state. On home prices, Colorado Springs, CO is the more affordable option at $372,900 median — $59,600 less than Longmont, CO's $432,500. WYLT rates Colorado Springs, CO as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing — and Longmont, CO as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing.
Both neighborhoods have similar safety profiles. Colorado Springs, CO has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. Longmont, CO has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Colorado Springs, CO has Low flood risk and Longmont, CO has Low flood risk.
Longmont, CO is the more walkable neighborhood. Colorado Springs, CO scores 24/100 (car-dependent) versus Longmont, CO's 25/100 (mostly car-dependent). For families weighing school quality, Longmont, CO has the higher school rating — Colorado Springs, CO rates 8.1/10 and Longmont, CO rates 8.7/10.
| Category | Colorado Springs, CO | Longmont, CO |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Think twice | Think twice |
| Median Price | $373K ✓ Lower price | $433K |
| Median Rent | $1K ✓ Lower rent | $2K |
| Median Income | $55K | $77K ✓ Higher income |
| Price Volatility | Moderate | Moderate |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 24/100 | 25/100 ✓ More walkable |
| Transit Score | 32/100 ✓ Better transit | 26/100 |
| Bike Score | 65/100 ✓ More bikeable | N/A |
| Commute | 81 min | 51 min ✓ Shorter commute |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | D+ | D+ |
| Violent Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Property Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Flood Risk | Low | Low |
| Air Quality | Good | Good |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 8.1/10 | 8.7/10 ✓ Better schools |
| Best for | Families looking for good schoolsYoung professionals who can afford the cost of livingRemote workers who value outdoor activities | FamiliesCommuters to DenverStudents |
Bottom line
For young professionals and remote workers who value outdoor activities and can afford the higher cost of living, Colorado Springs might be a better fit. However, for families, commuters, and students, Longmont is more suitable due to its better school rating and shorter commute to Denver. Overall, both neighborhoods may be good choices if you're willing to consider the trade-offs, but they're geared towards different lifestyles.
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