Longmont's elevation is 4,979' above sea level and has over 1,500 acres of open space and public parks, which makes it an ideal home for outdoor enthusi­asts. The town also hosts an number of high-tech companies and thriving local restaurants. It is just 16 miles from Boulder and 37 miles from Denver. Longmont's location between these two major metro areas is one of the major factors contributing to it's popularity.

LONGMONT COLORADO POPULATION

The current population of Longmont is approximately 81,169 (2004). Sinuce 1980 Longmont's population has increased by almost 87%.

LONGMONT COLORADO CLIMATE

Coldest Month — December, average high 43.5 degrees, average low 18.5 degrees, mean 31.0 degrees

Hottest Month — July, average high 88.0 degrees, average low 59.0 degrees, mean 73.5 degrees

Average Annual Precipitation: 12.09 inches

Average Annual Snowfall: 453 inches

LONGMONT COLORADO HOUSING

The majority of residential homes in Longmont are single family homes. According to the Boulder Area Realtor Association, from July 2001 to June 2002 the median sales price of a single family detached home in Longmont was $222,000, nearly $182,000 less than in Boulder.

LONGMONT COLORADO AGE

People between the ages of 35 and 44 make up the largest age segment of the population (Approx. 13,000), followed by people age 25-34 (Approx. 11,000).

LONGMONT COLORADO ETHNICITY

Close to 77.5% of Longmont residents are white, 18.5% are of Hispanic origin, 2% are Asian, and 0.5% are black.

LONGMONT COLORADO EMPLOYMENT/INCOME

The average household income in Longmont is $88,900. Compared to the rest of Boulder County, Longmont has the highest percentage of people who live and work in the city. According to the Longmont Area Economic Council, the top 5 employers in Longmont are; are:

LONGMONT COLORADO EDUCATION

Over 87% of Longmont residents that are 25 and older have at least a high school education, and more than 31% have a bachelor's degree or higher.