By: Sally Heldman
Photo Credit: Tim Seibert, Flatirons Pro Media
If you’ve been wondering whether Colorado’s Front Range is still one of the best places to live, a new national ranking offers a clear answer:
According to a recent Travel + Leisure article ranking the Best Places to Live in the Western United States, Broomfield, Colorado was named #1 overall. Even more impressive? Fort Collins ranked #4 and Loveland came in at #7, giving Colorado three spots in the Western Top 10.
As someone who lives and works in Broomfield, this ranking feels both exciting and unsurprising.
Why Broomfield Is the #1 Best Place to Live in the Western U.S.
Broomfield earned the top spot by standing out across multiple quality-of-life factors — the same ones buyers consistently ask about when deciding where to move.
📍 Unbeatable Location
Broomfield sits perfectly between Denver and Boulder, offering easy access to both job centers while maintaining a quieter, more suburban feel. For commuters, remote workers, and families alike, this location is hard to beat.
🌳 Outdoor Lifestyle
With hundreds of acres of open space, miles of trails, and quick access to the Rockies, Broomfield delivers the Colorado lifestyle people move here for. Whether it’s hiking, biking, or simply enjoying well-maintained parks, outdoor access is a huge draw.
🏫 Strong Schools & Healthcare
Education and healthcare are consistently ranked among the best in the region — a major reason families choose Broomfield over other Front Range cities.
💼 Thriving Job Market
Broomfield benefits from a diverse local economy and proximity to major employment hubs, making it attractive to professionals across tech, healthcare, aerospace, and more.
🏡 High Quality of Life
While home prices are higher than the national average, many residents find the balance of amenities, safety, and lifestyle well worth it — which is exactly why demand remains strong.
Colorado Dominates the Top 10: Fort Collins & Loveland Shine Too
Broomfield wasn’t the only Colorado city to earn national recognition.
⭐ Fort Collins (#4 Best Place to Live in the West)
Fort Collins continues to be a favorite thanks to its vibrant downtown, strong job market, proximity to outdoor recreation, and well-known craft beer scene. It appeals to young professionals, families, and retirees alike.
🎨 Loveland (#7 Best Place to Live in the West)
Loveland offers a charming blend of small-town feel, arts and culture, and access to Northern Colorado’s outdoor amenities. Its steady growth and livability make it an increasingly popular choice for buyers looking slightly north of Denver.
What This Means for the Colorado Real Estate Market
Rankings like this matter — especially for homebuyers and sellers.
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🏠 Buyers: Demand in Broomfield, Fort Collins, and Loveland remains strong due to lifestyle appeal and long-term value.
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📈 Sellers: National recognition adds confidence and visibility, often translating into sustained buyer interest.
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🔮 Investors: Cities with high livability scores tend to show stronger long-term stability.
In short: this ranking reinforces what local data already shows — Colorado’s Front Range is not losing momentum.
Thinking About Moving to Broomfield or Northern Colorado?
Whether you’re relocating, upsizing, downsizing, or just curious about what your home might be worth in one of the best places to live in the Western U.S., I’m happy to help.
Living here, working here, and now seeing Broomfield ranked #1 nationally makes it an especially exciting time to be part of this community.
📩 Reach out anytime if you’d like to talk real estate, neighborhoods, or what life in Broomfield is really like.
Sally Heldman
Broker Owner
Metro Brokers / Heldman Real Estate
303.475.4508 CELL
sally@sallyheldman.com