Greeley

Greeley is served by Greeley-Evans School District 6, rated B- by Niche. Charter schools significantly outperform district averages — University Schools holds an A- rating as the top-rated option, and Frontier Academy earns a B+. Greeley West HS and Greeley Central HS each hold B- ratings. Greeley is also home to the University of Northern Colorado (UNC, 11,000 students). Always verify enrollment eligibility by address, as charter and district boundaries differ.

The off-peak drive to Downtown Denver is 55–65 minutes via US-85 or I-25, extending to 70–95 minutes during rush hour. DIA is 55–70 minutes away. Fort Collins is 30–35 minutes via US-34, and Loveland is 25–30 minutes west. GET (Greeley-Evans Transit) provides local fixed-route service, and Bustang offers intercity bus service to Denver.

The median home price in Greeley ranges from $413K to $425K as of 2026 (Redfin ~$413K, Zillow ~$425K), with entry-level homes starting under $350K — rare on the Front Range. Year-over-year prices have increased 2–5%, with homes averaging 40–50 days on market. The Promontory development in west Greeley has 6,000+ homes planned.

Pawnee National Grassland is 45 minutes east and covers 193,000 acres of open prairie. Island Grove Regional Park serves as the community hub and fairgrounds. The Poudre River Trail extends into Greeley for paved recreation. Glenmere Park and Missile Site Park provide additional green space, and the city has 30+ parks total.

Greeley reports a violent crime rate of 5.5 per 1,000 residents, which is above the state average, and a property crime rate of 35 per 1,000 residents, per NeighborhoodScout and FBI UCR data. The year-over-year crime trend is improving with increased policing investment.

The cost of living in Greeley is approximately 5% below the national average, making it one of the most affordable communities on the Front Range. The property tax rate is ~0.65% (Weld County, varies by district), and the combined sales tax rate is 6.51% — lower than many Colorado cities. The median household income is $62,500.

Greeley has 300+ restaurants and 8+ breweries/taprooms. Notable spots include: • Weldwerks Brewing (nationally acclaimed, multiple GABF gold medals) • Brix Taphouse • Fat Albert’s • 8th Avenue authentic Mexican corridor The Downtown Greeley Farmers Market runs seasonally, and the Greeley Stampede (4th of July week) is Colorado’s largest outdoor rodeo.

North Colorado Medical Center (Banner Health) is a Level II trauma center with 378 beds. UCHealth Greeley Hospital and multiple urgent care facilities provide additional coverage throughout the city.