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Fort Collins, CO
Fort Collins · Larimer County · CO 80521
Updated June 20, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$495K
Median Price
24/100
Walk Score
8.8/10
Schools
78 min
to Denver, CO
Score Breakdown
FAffordability
15/100
D+Safety
55/100
B+Schools
88/100
D+Quietness
50/100
FCommute
35/100
FWalkability
24/100
WYLT Score45/100
Our Take
Fort Collins offers solid schools and plenty of outdoor activity, but the cost of living and car dependence make it a decent short‑term move rather than a long‑term home. If you’re comfortable with a moderate paycheck and a commute to Denver, it’s worth considering.
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The Good
- ✓Top‑rated public schools
- ✓Good bike infrastructure
- ✓Abundant parks and trails
- ✓Active cultural scene
Real Talk
- !Living costs outpace median income
- !Long commute to Denver, car essential
- !Limited transit options
- !Occasional traffic congestion
- $High property taxes
- $Elevated utility bills
- $Parking fees and insurance
Best For
young professionalscollege studentsoutdoor enthusiastsremote workers
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Fort Collins, CO
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher 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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