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Loveland, Colorado

Introduction to Loveland, Colorado

Loveland, Colorado, in Larimer county, is 45 miles N of Denver, Colorado. Part of the surrounding Fort Collins - Loveland metro area, Loveland is home to some 50,608 residents.

Loveland History

Loveland was founded in 1877. The community was named in honor of the president of the Colorado Central Railroad, William A.H. Loveland. Agriculture was the primary occupation in this area until the first half of the 20th century. Sugar beets and sour cherries were grown in this region. However, a series of droughts destroyed the cherry orchards in Loveland. Manufacturing facilities arrived in the city in the later part of the 20th century. According to an AllBusiness study in 2006, Loveland was the 8th best metro area for women entrepreneurs in the country.

Loveland and nearby Attractions

  • Fort Vasquez
  • Loveland Museum and Gallery
  • Crystal Rapids Waterpark
  • Upper Hoffman Lake
  • Swetsville Zoo
  • Rocky Mountain National Park

Things To Do In Loveland

While in Loveland, one can visit the historic site of Fort Vasquez, which was once the trading center for Native Americans. The Loveland Museum & Gallery showcases exhibits on local history and also has an art gallery. One can also visit the Timberlane Farm Museum to learn more about the regional history and culture. The Swetsville Zoo and the Crystal Rapids Waterpark are ideal places to take children. The city of Loveland also hosts the Old-Fashioned Corn Roast Festival every August.

Loveland Transportation

Fort Collins-Loveland Muni Airport is close by.

Loveland Higher Education

Opportunities for higher education are provided by Aims Community College,the Colorado State University, the University of Northern Colorado and the University of Colorado.

High Points

Loveland strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Colorado):

CategoryTrophy
Low Rate of Poverty
(vs. State)
Top 17%Loveland Low Rate of Poverty

Comparative Profile of Loveland, CO

Comparing Loveland to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Colorado (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Male Share of the Population73
Age of the Population66
Children Under 5 Years Old66
Well-Paid Single Men67
Senior Citizens66
Well-Paid Single Women58
Female Share of the Population48
Racial Diversity25

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married88
Average Household Size56

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Above Poverty89
People in Middle Class or Better78
College Educated Adults67
Median Family Income68

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Working at Home96
Walking and Biking to Work65
Short Commute Times65
Public Transportation Use14

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Housing Recently Built87
Affordability of Property Taxes84
Affordability of Rents65
Seasonal and Vacation Housing53
People Living Alone44
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals24

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime87
Low Property Crime55
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