Fort Collins, Colorado - City Directory

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Fort Collins

Located in northern Colorado, off I-25, Fort Collins is home to Colorado State University. Fort Collins is a great place to live and work. The city has one of the best park systems in the nation. Trails which criss-cross the city are perfect for walking, running and biking. The Rocky Mountains are only minutes away.

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Fort Collins, CO Stats 

The population of 80521 is 35,289.

That's #2221 out of all 42,305 zip codes.

82% of the population is white, which is 8 points more than the national average.

The average household income in 80521 is $31,768, which is $2,070 more than the typical average.

This contributes to the average house being worth $142,400. When the survey was done in 2000, that represented a difference of 81% from the typical value.

Men make up 47% of the population, and the typical age in this part of CO is 23.3.

Stats about: Fort Collins, CO

Population: 35,289
Number of Households: 12,112
Average House Value: $142,400
Average Income per Household: $31,768
Elevation: 5,003 ft

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Weather in Fort Collins, CO 

Current weather conditions in Fort Collins, CO (80521)

Local Pollen Reports

21°F (Feels like 14°F)

Last update: 12/19/09 2:55 AM MST

Humidity: 75%
Visibility: 10.0 mi
Dew Point: 16°F
UV Index: 0 (Lawn and Garden Weather)
Barometer: 30.14in steady
Moon: Rush Hour Traffic
Wind: 6mph From: Airport Conditions
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Today


Fair
High: 42°F
Low: 25°F
Sunrise: 7:20 AM
Sunset: 4:36 PM

Sunday
Dec 20 


Sunny
High: 46°F
Low: 29°F
Sunrise: 7:20 AM
Sunset: 4:36 PM

Monday
Dec 21 


Mostly Sunny
High: 47°F
Low: 23°F
Sunrise: 7:21 AM
Sunset: 4:37 PM

Tuesday
Dec 22 


Partly Cloudy
High: 39°F
Low: 18°F
Sunrise: 7:21 AM
Sunset: 4:37 PM

More to do in Fort Collins, CO 

Here's what Yelpers have to say about Active Life in 80521

Horsetooth Reservoir (Fort Collins)  
"Huge lake! Nice to go boating on and take pictures from the road or wherever really! Gets very busy in the summer with jet and water skiers which can often..." more
Spring Canyon Dog Park (Fort Collins)  
"This is a great dog park for dog owners that want to let their pooch romp and run. This park is huge! It big enough that if you have a shy dog that you can..." more
City of Fort Collins Bike Trails (Fort Collins)  
"The bike trails in Fort Collins are awesome! Fort Collins is a beautiful town(despite me trashing the city government on my previous review) and it is well..." more
Bikram Yoga Old Town (Fort Collins)  
"Are you familiar with Bikram? Well I thought I was until I got here - hoo boy was I in for a surprise! It was day 5 of the vacation and I was all busted..." more
Inner Strength Rock Gym (Fort Collins)  
"I am not a member but prices are reasonable, especially on Fridays when they offer a 1/2 price special. This gym is really neat, and the owner is beyond..." more
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in 2006, Money Magazine named Fort Collins, Best Place to Live in America. Money: "Fort Collins combines the vibrancy of a city with the comforts of the suburbs - good jobs and schools, a lively downtown, reasonable cost of living and, up there in the Rockies, an incredible outdoor life - it's the kind of place people want to live in."

Useful Links 

Colorado State University
Official Website
City of Fort Collins
Official Website.
Fort Collins Regional Library District
Search the library here.

Rocky Mountain National Park on Squidoo 

Rocky Mountain National Park
Rocky Mountain National Park is only a short drive from Fort Collins.

Estes Park on Squidoo 

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Estes Park is only a short drive from Fort Collins.

Fort Collins on YouTube 

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Fort Collins Dining Reviews at Yelp 

Here's what Yelpers have to say about Food in 80521

New Belgium Brewing Company (Fort Collins)  
"My boyfriend and I signed up for this tour about 6 weeks ago when he decided to come to Colorado for Thanksgiving. I'm glad we signed up early because this..." more
Odell Brewing Company (Fort Collins)  
"I can't get enough of Odell's! All of their beers are phenomenal and their staff is extremely helpful. I really think this brewery beats their rival, New..." more
Mugs Coffee Lounge (Fort Collins)  
"Mugs Coffee Lounge is a premiere coffee shop boasting positive energy for its' community. The amount they do is usually shadowed by the overwhelming..." more
Wilbur's Total Beverage (Fort Collins)  
"Every time that I visit Fort Collins my brother says that I must stop at Wilbur's just to check out the beer selection. After hearing about it on several..." more
Choice City Butcher & Deli (Fort Collins)  
"I've eaten there a couple of times recently, and my girls really like the food. They have several vegetarian options (soup, salad, ravioli, portabello..." more
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Fort Collins Shopping Reviews from Yelp 

Here's what Yelpers have to say about Shopping in 80521

The Cupboard (Fort Collins)  
"This Just In... They DO have Kinder Eggs in stock. They're right up front by the register at the candy counter. In plain eyesight... GEEEZ! Also found..." more
Jax Outdoor Gear (Fort Collins)  
"Great place for all of your camping gear and military gear too. I am currently serving in the military and hate having to go to the base in Aurora for..." more
White Balcony (Fort Collins)  
"Sure this place might be a "girly" store, but there's plenty of cool things in this store that anyone who's into neat designs and interesting knick knacks..." more
Kansas City Kitty (Fort Collins)  
"This is a great little store! It is more geared towards girls so the guys can get the girls in their life some really cute stuff! I like the soy tea cup..." more
A Village Vidiot (Fort Collins)  
"Good bye frustration, Hello nostalgia! Village vidiot - unlike its competitor, the looming video chain which shall remain nameless in this review -..." more
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Local Flavor Reviews from Yelp 

Here's what Yelpers have to say about Local Flavor in 80521

Matter Bookstore (Fort Collins)  
"Awesome little bookstore full of great titles. I was in green reading heaven. Books on horticulture, biodynamic gardening, homesteading, brewing...it was..." more
Stonehouse Grille (Fort Collins)  
"Still no loss or gain of stars in this review...went here on $3 mug night, got upstairs around 9 and got a table. Then the madness happened; wall to wall..." more
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Fort Collins Entertainment Reviews at Yelp 

Here's what Yelpers have to say about Arts & Entertainment in 80521

Lucky Joe's Sidewalk Saloon (Fort Collins)  
"I've gotta give my love to Lucky Joe's. Hans T said it perfect with "Easily any local's favorite bar" because it is, without a doubt definitely..." more
Fort Collins Museum of Contemporary Art (Fort Collins)  
"My favorite building in Old Town Fort Collins. It would be one of my top picks for a wedding reception or event. It is just lovely. The architecture is..." more
Lyric Cinema Cafe (Fort Collins)  
"Maybe I'm a jerk. Ok, I'm a jerk. I went back here to see Coco Before Chanel, and I ended up having a lot of fun. I think I've discovered the trick to..." more
Lincoln Center (Fort Collins)  
"I have been to the Lincoln Center twice now and really like the venue! The first time I went there I liked the symphony concert but sat next to some really..." more
Carousel Dinner Theatre (Fort Collins)  
"As a Fort Collins native, I only recently got around to going to a show at Carousel Dinner Theater- what an AMAZING experience! And such a bargain! Dinner..." more
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Fort Collins on Amazon 

Hiking Colorado's Front Range: Fort Collins to Colorado Springs

Hiking Colorado's Front Range: Fort Collins to Colorado Springs

by: Bob D'Antonio

Amazon Price: $12.44 (as of 12/19/2009) Buy Now

Best Fort Collins Hikes: The Colorado Mountain Club Pack Guide (Colorado Mountain Club Pack Guides)

Best Fort Collins Hikes: The Colorado Mountain Club Pack Guide (Colorado Mountain Club Pack Guides)

by: John Gascoyne

Amazon Price: $11.21 (as of 12/19/2009) Buy Now

60 Hikes within 60 Miles: Denver and Boulder--Including Colorado Springs, Fort Collins, and Rocky Mountain National Park

60 Hikes within 60 Miles: Denver and Boulder--Including Colorado Springs, Fort Collins, and Rocky Mountain National Park

by: Kim Lipker

Amazon Price: $14.49 (as of 12/19/2009) Buy Now

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