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Broomfield, CO
Broomfield · Jefferson County · CO 80021
Updated June 19, 2026 · Would You Live There? · Covers: Broomfield, Westminster
Good for now
Verdict
$483K
Median Price
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Walk Score
8.5/10
Schools
29 min
to Denver, CO
Score Breakdown
CAffordability
63/100
BSafety
78/100
B+Schools
85/100
B+Quietness
80/100
B+Commute
85/100
FWalkability
0/100
WYLT Score65/100
Our Take
Broomfield has strong schools, high median income and low flood risk, making it solid for families and commuters. However, its walk score is zero and public transit is limited, so it’s best for those who rely on cars.
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The Good
- ✓Top-rated public schools (average 8.5/10)
- ✓High median household income ($99k)
- ✓Low flood risk (Zone X)
- ✓Convenient commute to Denver (29 minutes)
Real Talk
- !You’ll need a car – no sidewalks or transit options
- !Housing cost is roughly 4.8 times median income, so savings may be tight
- !The area is very quiet, which can feel isolating if you prefer city buzz
- $Higher property taxes typical of Colorado suburbs
- $Electricity and HVAC can be expensive in winter
- $Commuter traffic can add time and fuel costs
Best For
Families with school-aged kidsCommuters to DenverRemote workers looking for quietHigh-income earners
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Broomfield, CO
B
Safety grade
Safety score78 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
57% safer than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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