Security-Widefield, CO
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 35,411 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | Low |
| Health Care: | Limited |
| Housing Price: | Low |
| Income: | Average |
Climate
Security-Widefield experiences a mild climate with low humidity and snowfall less than the Colorado norm.
Geography
Part of the Fountain Valley, the city is southeast of Colorado Springs and contains the Big Johnson Reservoir.
Recreation
Mountains and ski resorts are nearby; the city's Widefield Community Park includes Carp Lake.
Historical
The area was mostly hay and corn fields until 1953, when development began in Security. Development in Widefield began in 1965.
Economy
Major industries in Security-Widefield include education, healthcare and social services, manufacturing, and retail trade.
| Population [details] | 35,411 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 72.4% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 546.33 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 17.90% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 38.5 °F/9.44 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 86.9 °F/53.79 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 11.90 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 9 |
| Cost of living [details] | 92.9 |
| State sales tax | 2.90% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Denver (66.21 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | CITY OF COLORADO SPRINGS MUNICIPAL (4.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Fishing, Golf, Health and fitness, Skiing/Snowshoeing, Trails and wildlife, Travel |
| Cultural activities | Movie theaters, Museums, Wineries |
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