If you had a choice between Cheyenne, Loveland, Castle Rock (real estate, credit)

[Tulsa Guy]

We are from Tulsa were the housing is much less expensive then in Colorado and similiar to Cheyenne. We are considering relocation to someplace along the front range - jobs being a major concern of course. Considering one could find acceptable work what are the pros and cons on the listed cities? My work experience is in commercial credit, general mgmt, facilities/ops mgmt. I also teach business classes for a local Christian Univ part time.

Also - any recomendation for a good employment advisor and real estate advisor would be appreciated. Credit mgmt, operations/facilities mgmt - General Mgmt

[sunsprit]

All three of these places have their unique attributes as far as the costs of living, local amenities, housing market, and so forth.

All three share their ready access to outdoor activities. All three have 4-season climates, with Cheyenne's being the coldest and windiest winters of the three.

I'd be way more concerned about finding a job that meets your financial needs as a first priority, as all three are very "livable" places and the jobs market is fairly tight at this time. You'll have no problem finding housing, there's a buyer's market in all three places right now ... although finding "affordable" housing at your income level may be an issue, depending upon what your requirements are for housing.

[WyoNewk]

Cheyenne is the least "citified" of the three.

I remember when Castle Rock was a tiny burg somewhere "out there" between Denver and Colorado Springs. It's really only been in the last decade or so, but it's almost become part of Denver now. Loveland has grown considerably in recent years too. Traffic on the main drag was nuts the last time I was there. Still, it's at the front doorstep of the best the Rockies have to offer.

Cheyenne hasn't changed much in 40 years. It was a sleepy little city in 1970 and it still is.

I agree with Sunsprit; all three have their advantages. If I had to live near Denver, both Castle Rock and Loveland would be good places to call home. My personal choice now would be Cheyenne, partly because of Colorado's taxes, etc. and partly because it's a kinder, gentler sorta place -- laid back, if you will.

[Tulsa Guy]

with cheyenne being the coldest, is it a lot worse then Loveland and castle rock? Our son lives in Co Springs so we have an idea what it may be like. We grew up in eastern S.D. - is Cheyenne winters as bad as that??
Also, is there much difference in the summer climates?
Thanks for your input - it is appreciated.

[WyoNewk]

You could easily check the average daily temps of each, but I'd guess Cheyenne's temps are 5 degrees colder than Denver's, maybe 10 degrees colder than Colorado Springs. I doubt it's any colder than eastern SD. (My guesses only. Check a weather site.) The main difference is that there'll be more wind in Cheyenne, particularly in the winter. Also, eastern SD has higher humidity, which makes the winters feel colder and the summers hotter. Cheyenne's summers will feel more comfortable than those in eastern SD. Winters? I'd take Cheyenne over SD for the sunshine, but spring will be a week later arriving. Loveland and Castle Rock would get the nod for mildest winters and be a wash with Cheyenne for summer weather.

[Tulsa Guy]

Great info. You've helped to ease some concerns about the area. While the winters won't be nice like Tulsa (except we do get the ice storms and have gotten as cold as 22 below) the summers won't be like Tulsa's either (30 days wt 100 degrees in a row one year - wt humidity.)
Now if I can find someone who needs a good general mgr or credit mgr.

[sunsprit]

Originally Posted by Tulsa Guy

Great info. You've helped to ease some concerns about the area. While the winters won't be nice like Tulsa (except we do get the ice storms and have gotten as cold as 22 below) the summers won't be like Tulsa's either (30 days wt 100 degrees in a row one year - wt humidity.)
Now if I can find someone who needs a good general mgr or credit mgr.

Good luck. Retail, wholesale, and manufacturing have been taking quite a beating here in Cheyenne in the last few years. Car dealerships have shrunk into multi-point outlets, and several major furniture/furnishings, service businesses, and independent retailers have closed their doors recently.

[StealthRabbit]

Really depends on Job and climate requirements. Overall, Tax burden in CO is not too bad, yet... (be prepared for future hits)

I'd choose Loveland (previous home for 25 yrs) for more employment and edu options, proximity to WY, proximity to Denver (farther away then CastleRock, which is a good thing) close to Greeley & DEN, and a chance to grow home equity with future chance of locating a more ideal spot in WY (than Cheyenne). Loveland / Windsor / Ft Collins is highly sought after area, and Loveland has good quality of life and is the regional Banana Belt. (good future potential for resale of home).

I had a friend who recently got an op's mngt job at one of several Medical Centers in the Loveland / Ft C area. He also got a repo home with view of front range for ~ 50% off previous balance.

Cheyenne is a decent area, but and mentioned by SS your options may be more restricted. (Pay, home, weather, re-sale, opportunities, edu, transportation).

CastleRock is NOT to my liking, and has really changed into a yuppie commuter town.

Colo Springs is another option that you might look into, Coming from Tulsa, you might fit that region, and it is very pretty and good access to CO recreation. (you have a 1 hr 'headstart' on the Denver crowd.)

[collick47]

I'm considering moving next April to Cheyenne. I am a Respiratory Therapist and just a laidback sort. I mind my own business but am always there to help my neighbor.

[ElkHunter]

You'd probably fit right in. Most people in Wyoming judge a person by how good a neighbor he/she is. Respectful, friendly, helpful all are good qualities.

Wyoming is ALWAYS in need of Health Care Professionals.

Sorry I can't help you with how the medical field is in Cheyenne, I live a ways away. But Cheyenne has a VA hospital. That might be an option to look at.

Good luck.