Greeley, CO
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 94,222 |
| Crime: | Average |
| Cost of Living: | Average |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | Low |
| Income: | Average |
Climate
Mild winters and dry summers with low humidity are the norm for Greeley.
Geography
The foothills of the Rocky Mountains are 30 miles west of Greeley.
Cultural Attractions
For five days each August, audiences enjoy High Plains Chautauqua, a re-creation of turn-of-the-century traveling tent shows.
Recreation
Greeley's park system has over 30 parks, some of which feature tennis courts and fishing. The Poudre River Trail is a 19-mile trail popular with hikers and bicyclists.
Historical
Nathan C. Meeker founded Greeley in 1868. The city is named for Horace Greeley, the New York Tribune editor who popularized the phrase "Go West, young man, go West."
Economy
Food processing and canning are major industries in Greeley.
| Community care facilities for the elderly | 0 |
| Percentage of population over age 55 | 17.5% |
| Number of museums within 30 miles | 36 |
| Number of libraries within the area | 2 |
| Number of movie theaters within 15 miles | 9 |
| Number of golf courses within 30 miles | 46 |
| Tax incentives for retirees | Yes |
| Median income for those aged 55–64 | $64,021 |
| Median income for those aged 65–74 | $41,303 |
| Median income for those aged 75 and up | $30,211 |
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