Denver, CO vs Fort Collins, CO

Denver, CO vs Fort Collins, CO: What the data shows

Denver, CO is in Denver, CO while Fort Collins, CO is in Fort Collins, CO — both in the same state. On home prices, Denver, CO is the more affordable option at $459,100 median — $35,600 less than Fort Collins, CO's $494,700. WYLT rates Denver, CO as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing — and Fort Collins, CO as “Good for now” — a solid choice worth serious consideration.

Both neighborhoods have similar safety profiles. Denver, CO has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. Fort Collins, CO has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Denver, CO has Low flood risk and Fort Collins, CO has Low flood risk.

Fort Collins, CO is the more walkable neighborhood. Denver, CO scores 21/100 (car-dependent) versus Fort Collins, CO's 24/100 (car-dependent). For families weighing school quality, Denver, CO has the higher school rating — Denver, CO rates 9/10 and Fort Collins, CO rates 8.8/10.