Fountain, CO
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 20,181 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | Low |
| Health Care: | Limited |
| Housing Price: | Average |
| Income: | Average |
Geography
Located in central Colorado near Fountain Creek, Fountain is a suburb of Colorado Springs.
Cultural Attractions
Fountain was chosen as America's Millenium City by The New York Times. The town was found to have demographics that closely matched the rest of the nation, and was invited to contribute to a time capsule for the year 3000.
Recreation
Fountain contains plenty of parks.
Historical
When Colorado became a state, Fountain was in close competition with Denver for the honor of being named state capital.
Economy
The town has been heavily influenced by the military presence, with five nearby military bases.
| Population [details] | 20,181 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 77.8% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 368.65 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 16.50% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 37.41 °F/7.63 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 86.02 °F/52.91 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 10.91 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 71 |
| Cost of living [details] | 92.9 |
| State sales tax | 2.90% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Denver (68.38 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | CITY OF COLORADO SPRINGS MUNICIPAL (8.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Fishing, Golf, Health and fitness, Skiing/Snowshoeing, Trails and wildlife, Travel |
| Cultural activities | Books and reading, Movie theaters, Museums, Religious activities, Wineries |
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