Named one of the Top 100 Best Places to Live in the United States by Money Magazine, Longmont is a thriving city just Northeast of Boulder. It is located in Boulder County, promises over 300 days of sunshine a year and stunning views of the Colorado Rockies.
With abundant outdoor recreation, restaurants, and employment opportunities, Longmont is the perfect environment for both families and single residents. There are just over 86,000 residents in Longmont today who enjoy its high quality of life and unique blend of historic and modern buildings. Its residents have easy access to outdoor activities such as biking, hiking and camping as well as urban activities in the city, Boulder, and Denver. In fact, Denver is only 40 miles away. With varied choices in restaurants and entertainment, choose to stay in town or explore the surrounding areas.
A continuously developing city, Longmont has been able to maintain a balance of small-town atmosphere and accessibility of city amenities. While it has a background in agriculture, recently, high tech companies have also settled in Longmont. Even with an increasingly diversified economy, Longmont has maintained its small town feel.