Broomfield

in the Willow Park neighborhood.
There is a delightful mix of well-maintained homes and landscaped yards in Willow Park.
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.

Broomfield, CO Area Guide

Avg Rent

$1,737

Population

79,088

Renter Mix

40% Rent

From mountain views to shopping malls, Broomfield has it all

Suburban Parks Quiet Mountainous

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.

Explore the City

The sign at the Lake Link Trail in Broomfield, Colorado.

Residents can enjoy newly built, modern apartment living in Broomfield, Colorado.

A row of traditional ranch homes in Broomfield, Colorado.

Information signs describe the native flora and fauna of the Open Space in Broomfield, Colorado.

in the Willow Park neighborhood.

in the Willow Park neighborhood.

Demographics

Median Household Income

$111,804

Average: $138,030

Education

36,851

Residents Have a Degree

Job Market

46,378

Workers Employed

Age Distribution
Get a sense of this area's population profile.

Median Age

40 Years

Largest Age Group

30-39 Years

Approximately 15% of Residents

Under 20

22%

Over 65

17%

Housing Distribution

Broomfield has more homeowners than renters.

Renters
40%
Non-Renters
60%

Education Distribution

Review this city's overall education levels.

Bachelor's or Higher
42%
Other Education
58%

Rent Trends

As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Broomfield, CO is $1,569 for a studio, $1,719 for one bedroom, $2,128 for two bedrooms, and $2,856 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Broomfield has decreased by -3.5% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,719/month
771 Sq Ft
House
$2,936/month
1,729 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,215/month
1,174 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,695/month
1,486 Sq Ft
See Rental Market Trends in Broomfield, CO

Getting Around

Somewhat Walkable

Walkability

20 / 100

Exceptionally Drivable

Drivability

100 / 100

Fairly Bikeable

Bikeability

50 / 100

Schools

Prospect Ridge Academy

Public

Grades K-12

1,453 Students

Meridian Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

541 Students

Coyote Ridge Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

384 Students

Birch Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

337 Students

Kohl Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

297 Students

Jefferson Academy Secondary

Public

Grades 6-12

424 Students

Prospect Ridge Academy

Public

Grades K-12

1,453 Students

Westlake Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

909 Students

THUNDER VISTA P-8

Public

Grades PK-8

794 Students

Aspen Creek K-8 School

Public

Grades PK-8

748 Students

Legacy High School

Public

Grades 9-12

2,230 Students

Broomfield High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,645 Students

Jefferson Academy Secondary

Public

Grades 6-12

424 Students

Prospect Ridge Academy

Public

Grades K-12

1,453 Students

Points of Interest

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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 February 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.