I've got my mind set on Colorado Springs. Is this the best place to live in Colorado? (Denver: rent, low crime)

[captainrm83]

I think most parts of Colorado are absolutely beautiful. A lot of where you move also depends on your budget and the current economy. I used to live in Durango, CO. Very expensive, a lot of tourists. Many people from TX and CA own vacation homes or retirement homes there. It's a wonderful town, not a big city. They have great local restaurants. Was even on Oprah one time. But the prices for housing are a little on the high end and jobs can be hard to come by. This is why some people would live in New Mexico and work/play in Colorado. The New Mexico border is only about 20 minutes from Durango but worth the drive. Farmington isn't far from the border and is more city. Not as beautiful, bost cost of living isn't as high. Just a thought, if you're on a tight budget. Durango is absolutely beautiful, and the surrounding towns (Pagosa Springs, Silverton, etc) are beautiful too. Wish I never left!

[Lainy]

I think health care is great in Colo Springs so that should be a plus for a near-retiree. We have two major hospitals that have two brand new second locations. They have award winning programs and I think anyway that doctors are plenty here. I've never had trouble getting into one that I wanted to.

The altitude is easy to adjust to after not too long. In fact, it's hard for me to go back to the midwest where it is so much more humid in the summers.

[jenniferwa]

NOT PUEBLO l lived there and went to school there-----------stay away. Colorado springs is 100 times better. I live in Pu-town for 7 yrs and the springs for 10. Trust me.

[ColoradoKirk]

I think Colorado Springs is a great place to live.

I've also been up to Fort Collins, and think that's nice as well, with the university and all. I believe Ft. Collins was ranked one of the best places to live recently.

The Springs gets lots of kudos from those "magazine lists" as well, though. Especially if you have a tech job or own a dog or love the outdoors.

Here are some facts about Colorado Springs.

Good luck!

[PamelaOrr]

I say Colorado Springs and surrounding is the best place to live. I've lived here for over 30 years. Moved away but always happy to come back. I've sold homes to people moving here from other states and they seem to be very happy as well. The key is to get out, be involved, and get to know people. Good luck with your move.

[TheRefileric]

If you want my opinion, I think people should stop reproducing. For awhile anyway.

[McGowdog]

Can't argue that. especially women who hook up with losers and wonder why they don't pay their child support. Those folks should be sentenced to 500 hours of listening to the Dr Laura program.

Oh, and to the OP...no. Denver is much better.

Originally Posted by omegaman99

Now only have these people made us the laughingstock of the country (endorsing "intelligent design" for example), they've shifted the population center to the Northern end of the city, resulting in the near complete decimation of the downtown area--which is the only area of the city with any character. In short, the entire city has become one giant example of unplanned, undifferentiated urban sprawl. All in all, a basic ___when compared to what Denver offers for a very slightly higher cost of living.

And I guess that would be one reason why. My reason is just because if you're gonna live in a city, go all the way.

If you're not, Pueblo ain't near as bad as Jenniferwaa! makes it out to be.

[Bideshi]

Originally Posted by TheRefileric

If you want my opinion, I think people should stop reproducing. For awhile anyway.

OK. Of course I'm 64 and that isn't high on my list of priorities anyway.

But, more to the point of the OP, COS is my favorite Colorado town. Lot's of reasons: clean air, inspiring scenery, friendly, tolerant people, reasonable cost of living, low property taxes (at least for the moment...).

[cstat]

I've lived in Colorado Springs for about 10 years. I'm not a conservative, but live in a conservative area, surrounded by military and old people, and I like that. The crime is low compared to other areas. I probably would never live in Pueblo because it seems more like the desert. Denver is too big for me and further from the mountains. I love Boulder and have considered moving there later on. The thing is most of the other towns are pretty close. Pueblo is 30 miles to the south of me, Denver an hour north, Boulder is and hour and a half. So theyre all close if you want to visit. Ft Collins has been named #1 city in places to live recently. As long as we don't run out of water, I will probably never move out of this region.

[Sabrinakelley]

Pueblo gets really hot in the summer and it tends to kind of be behind the times. Boulder is over crowded. You can spend half your day at red lights. Denver is a great Metro area but Colorado Springs has a small town appeal with the big town perks. Colorado Springs is also close to Pikes Peak and beyond that along HWY. 24 there is a gold mine of outdoor activities available from fishing, hiking and biking, to boating, horse back riding and amateur camping as well as remote back country opportunities.