CountyScore

Weld County

Colorado · CO

#56 in Colorado
63.1
County Score

County Report Card

About Weld County, Colorado

Weld Exceeds National Livability Baseline

Weld County's 65.4 composite score surpasses the national median of 50.0 by 15.4 points, placing it in the stronger half of American counties. The score reflects solid performance in taxes, costs, and income dimensions.

Below Colorado Average But Competitive

Weld's 65.4 trails the Colorado state average of 71.8 by 6.4 points, reflecting mixed county-level performance. The gap reflects housing affordability challenges that offset advantages in taxation and income growth.

Strong Income Growth and Tax Efficiency

Weld leads with a 44.3 income score and median household income of $93,287, the second-highest in this group and reflecting robust employment. The 88.1 tax score with 0.504% effective rate preserves take-home pay effectively.

Housing Affordability and Data Gaps

The 53.6 cost score reflects elevated housing pressures, with median home value at $444,500 and monthly rent at $1,469. Critical dimensions including safety, health, schools, environmental risk, and water quality lack available data.

Ideal for Upwardly Mobile Growing Families

Weld County suits families with above-average incomes seeking growth opportunities and don't mind paying market-rate housing costs. The county works best for professionals and households benefiting from the region's dynamic job market and wage growth.

Score breakdown

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Tax88.1Cost53.6SafetyComing SoonHealth74.4SchoolsComing SoonIncome44.3Risk10.8WaterComing Soon
🏛88.1
Property Tax
Effective property tax rate vs national benchmarks
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🏠53.6
Cost of Living
Median rent, home values, and housing affordability
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💼44.3
Income & Jobs
Median household income and per capita earnings
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Safety
Violent and property crime rates per 100K residents
❤74.4
Health
Life expectancy, uninsured rates, and health access
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Schools
Graduation rates, per-pupil spending, and attainment
⚡10.8
Disaster Risk
FEMA National Risk Index — flood, fire, tornado, and more
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Water Quality
EPA drinking water health violations and safety grades

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Deep Dives

Weld County across the ByCounty Network

Detailed analysis from 5 data dimensions — each powered by a dedicated ByCounty site.

Property Tax in Weld County

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Weld's highest rate creates substantial taxes

Weld County's effective tax rate of 0.504% is Colorado's highest among these eight counties and exceeds the state average of 0.393% by 28%. The median property tax of $2,242 approaches the national median of $2,690, reflecting both high rates and above-average property values.

Colorado's highest effective tax rate

Weld County ranks highest among all 64 Colorado counties by effective tax rate at 0.504%, well above the state average of 0.393%. This 29% premium translates to $2,242 in median annual taxes versus the state average of $1,560.

Heaviest tax burden in the region

Weld County's 0.504% rate and $2,242 median tax far exceed neighboring Washington County at 0.408% and Yuma County at 0.475%. Weld residents bear the region's highest absolute tax obligation due to both elevated rates and strong property values.

Median annual tax: over $2,240

On Weld County's median home value of $444,500, residents pay $2,242 annually in property taxes. With a mortgage, that rises to $2,389; without, it drops to $1,862—a $527 annual difference reflecting Colorado's mortgage assessment distinctions.

High taxes make appeals worth pursuing

Weld County homeowners face Colorado's highest effective tax rates, making property assessment appeals particularly valuable. Even small percentage reductions on six-figure properties can save substantial amounts annually.

Full property tax analysis on TaxByCounty

Cost of Living in Weld County

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Weld County balances growth with affordability

Weld County's 18.9% rent-to-income ratio sits modestly below Colorado's 20.2% state average despite rapid urban growth and a strong $93,287 median household income. At $1,469 monthly rent, Weld residents enjoy northern Colorado's boom towns while maintaining solid housing affordability relative to earnings.

Growing county, stable affordability

Weld County's 18.9% rent-to-income ratio outperforms Colorado's 20.2% state average, securing above-average affordability despite being home to booming Greeley and Fort Collins suburbs. The $1,469 median rent reflects urban pressures yet remains $216 below the state average, balancing growth with accessibility.

Premium over plains, discount versus mountains

Weld's $1,469 rent sits $478 above Sedgwick ($728) and $572 above Yuma ($897), reflecting its status as Colorado's fastest-growing county, yet trails every mountain county sampled. Home values at $444,500 roughly match Teller County's $445,000, positioning Weld as Colorado's value-conscious growth play.

Ownership hits harder than renting

Weld renters pay $1,469 monthly (18.9% of income) while homeowners dedicate $1,826 (23.5% of income) to monthly costs, showing the ownership premium. At $93,287 median income, Weld households can handle both paths, though renting remains the budget-conscious choice for recent arrivals.

Colorado's growth sweet spot

Weld County delivers northern Colorado's hottest job markets (Greeley, Fort Collins suburbs) with 18.9% rent-to-income affordability matching or beating most competitors. If you earn $93,287-plus and want urban amenities, Tech Corridor access, and reasonable housing costs, Weld County's rapid growth makes it Colorado's most compelling relocation target.

Full cost of living analysis on CostByCounty

Income & Jobs in Weld County

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Weld's earnings significantly exceed nation

Weld County's median household income of $93,287 towers $18,532 above the national median of $74,755, placing this growing county among the top earning regions across the United States. The per capita income of $41,661 approaches the national standard, reflecting solid earnings distribution.

Colorado's second-strongest earner

Weld County ranks second among Colorado's 64 counties with a median household income of $93,287, trailing only Summit's $106,255 by $12,968 while exceeding the state average of $74,792 by $18,495. Its per capita income of $41,661 sits near the state average.

Premium earner among regional peers

Weld's median household income of $93,287 substantially exceeds most Colorado counties except Summit, outpacing San Miguel at $80,117 and all rural counties examined. The county's strong position reflects robust employment in energy, agriculture, and manufacturing sectors.

Strong income supports homeownership

Weld's rent-to-income ratio of 18.9% provides healthy affordability, with a median home value of $444,500 well-matched to the $93,287 median income. Households here maintain favorable housing costs while preserving capital for other financial priorities.

Strong earnings position for wealth growth

Weld households earning $93,287 enjoy above-state-average income and moderate housing costs that create robust wealth-building capacity. Prioritize diversified investment portfolios, long-term retirement planning, and wealth diversification strategies that leverage your regional economic strength.

Full income & jobs analysis on IncomeByCounty

Health in Weld County

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Weld slightly exceeds U.S. health average

Weld County's life expectancy of 78.8 years surpasses the national average of 76.4 years by 2.4 years. However, 15.3% of residents report poor or fair health—above America's 13% average—indicating uneven health outcomes within the county.

Slightly above Colorado baseline

Weld's 78.8-year life expectancy edges out Colorado's state average of 78.2 years by 0.6 years, placing it as a typical Colorado county. With 15.3% in poor/fair health, Weld slightly trails state patterns, suggesting emerging health challenges in this rapidly growing region.

Middle performer in Colorado

Weld's 78.8-year life expectancy sits between Teller County (78.4 years) and San Miguel County (86.5 years), reflecting average Colorado performance. The county's 15.3% poor/fair health rate exceeds most peers, suggesting concentrated disparities despite overall longevity.

Good coverage, adequate providers

Weld's 9.6% uninsured rate nearly matches Colorado's state average of 9.7%, ensuring most residents can access care. The county provides 58 primary care providers per 100,000 and 294 mental health providers per 100,000, supporting routine and behavioral health needs across the population.

Secure coverage this enrollment season

Weld's steady insurance rates reflect engaged residents—maintain that momentum by reviewing your coverage during annual enrollment. Visit connectforhealthco.com to explore marketplace plans and Medicaid options suited to your family's needs.

Full health analysis on HealthByCounty

Disaster Risk in Weld County

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Weld ranks among America's highest-risk counties

Weld County scores 89.15, earning a Relatively Moderate rating and more than doubling the national average. The county faces the most comprehensive natural hazard exposure of any area analyzed here.

Colorado's riskiest county

Weld's 89.15 score is more than double the Colorado state average of 40.67, making it the state's most hazard-exposed county. Its risk profile stands apart across all major categories.

Significantly riskier than all adjacent counties

Weld dramatically outranks neighboring counties: Washington (11.99), Yuma (36.80), and even Summit County (60.21) are far safer. Its combination of plains hazards and urban exposure is unique in the region.

All hazards pose substantial threats

Weld faces elevated risk across all four measured hazard types: tornado (95.07), flood (88.45), wildfire (87.69), and earthquake (77.83). No single hazard dominates; residents face compound exposure.

Comprehensive insurance coverage is essential

Weld County residents should secure homeowner's policies covering wind, hail, and tornado damage, plus separate flood insurance through FEMA's National Flood Insurance Program. Wildfire coverage should also be verified or added, and an evacuation plan for multiple hazard types is critical.

Full disaster risk analysis on RiskByCounty

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