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Erie, Colorado

town · Boulder County (primary) , Weld County

At a glance

33,808
Population
$736,500
Median home value (all homes)
143% above U.S. median
$724,400
Typical market value
Zillow, 2026-07
$2,805/mo
Median rent
108% above U.S. median
$173,349
Median household income
121% above U.S. median
25.6 min
Average commute
97.5%
Homes with broadband
79.28%
Locations with fiber available
3.1%
Unemployment

Cost of living (Clay Affordability Index)

CAI 143 — 43% above the national average. how it's computed

Housing160% above
Goods & services2% below
Utilities1% above
Taxes22% below
Insurance16% above
Commute cost10% below
For business: Colorado is CBII band 2/5 · time to build band 1/5. See state page for the breakdown.

Living here

Nearest 4-year college6 mi
Nearest community college10 mi
Nearest technical college8 mi
High school graduates97.9%
College graduates69.6%

Doing business here

Economic development contacts, most local first:

city Erie Economic Development
Erie Economic Development provides information and resources for entrepreneurs hoping to start a business in Erie and for local existing businesses seeking growth.
state Colorado Economic Development
The Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade promotes economic growth and long-term job creation by supporting small businesses and encouraging business expansion across Colorado, and champions industries like the creative industries, outdoor recreation, and tourism.
State sales taxYes
State income taxYes
Right-to-work stateNo

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