Median Age
40 Years
Largest Age Group
30-39 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
22%
Over 65
17%
Broomfield, CO Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,791
Population
79,088
Renter Mix
40% Rent
From mountain views to shopping malls, Broomfield has it all
Suburban
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Parks
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Quiet
Located between Denver and Boulder along U.S. Route 36, Broomfield combines suburban living with easy access to two major cities. The community features trails connecting outdoor spaces like Stearns Lake and Josh's Pond, while the Paul Derda Recreation Center offers year-round indoor activities. The Flatiron Crossing Mall serves as a shopping destination for the area. In the rental market, one-bedroom apartments average $1,782 monthly, with studios at $1,601 and three-bedroom homes around $2,917.
Major employers in Broomfield include Oracle, Vail Resorts, and Crocs. The city maintains numerous parks and open spaces, including several golf courses and skate parks, while hosting community events throughout the year. Its location along the Front Range provides access to both Denver's attractions and Boulder's outdoor recreation areas. Multiple school districts serve Broomfield's neighborhoods, and the extensive parks system offers residents plenty of opportunities for recreation and outdoor activities.
Popular Neighborhoods
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The sign at the Lake Link Trail in Broomfield, Colorado.
in the Willow Park neighborhood.
Information signs describe the native flora and fauna of the Open Space in Broomfield, Colorado.
Residents can enjoy newly built, modern apartment living in Broomfield, Colorado.
in the Willow Park neighborhood.
A row of traditional ranch homes in Broomfield, Colorado.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$111,804
Average: $138,030
Education
36,851
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
46,378
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Broomfield has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
40%
Non-Renters
60%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
42%
Other Education
58%
Rent Trends
As of July 2026, the average apartment rent in Broomfield, CO is $1,722 for a studio, $1,787 for one bedroom, $2,225 for two bedrooms, and $2,845 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Broomfield has increased by 2.4% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,787/month
771 Sq Ft
House
$3,035/month
2,037 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,100/month
1,151 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,950/month
1,716 Sq Ft
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Getting Around
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Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
20
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-12
1,478 Students
Public
Grades K-5
525 Students
Coyote Ridge Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
392 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
299 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
273 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
696 Students
Public
Grades K-12
1,478 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
909 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
844 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
794 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,052 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,645 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
696 Students
Public
Grades K-12
1,478 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- World of Wonder Children's Museum
- Butterfly Pavilion
- South Teller Farm
- Dry Creek Trailhead
- North Teller Farm
Military Bases
Airports
- Denver International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.