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.
| Median home price [details] | $145,000 |
| Median home price, 2008 [details] | $156,000 |
| Number of home sales [details] | 491 |
| Median dwelling age (in years) | 26 |
| Average property taxes [details] | $1,164 |
| Place to state foreclosures [details] | 41 |
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