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Erie, CO

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Savor mountain views and small-town charm near metropolitan amenities

Suburban Peaceful Upscale Scenic Active Mountain Views Historic Convenient Close-Knit Welcoming

Situated about 14 miles east of Boulder, Erie is an upscale suburb boasting sweeping views of the Front Range Mountains as well as close proximity to Denver and Fort Collins.

Erie maintains a small-town feel despite rapid growth, fostering a sense of community through annual events such as Erie Brewfest, Concerts in the Park, the Great Erie Outdoor Adventure, and Downtown Neighborhood Block Parties. Historic charm pervades Downtown Erie’s numerous cafes, bars, and restaurants along Briggs Street, which serve as gathering places for the community as well.

Recreational opportunities abound in Erie, which contains more than 130 acres of parks, over 1,000 acres of open space, a championship golf course, a fully equipped community center, and plenty of scenic trails.

Families flock to Erie for its excellent schools, family-oriented atmosphere, and quick commute times to Denver. Getting around from Erie is simple with convenience to I-25 and Denver International Airport.

Transportation

27

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

43

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Erie Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

390 Students

9
out of 10

Meadowlark School

Public

Grades PK-8

725 Students

8
out of 10

Black Rock Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

607 Students

8
out of 10

Red Hawk Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

612 Students

7
out of 10

Meadowlark School

Public

Grades PK-8

725 Students

8
out of 10

Erie Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

731 Students

6
out of 10

Erie High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,754 Students

8
out of 10

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† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

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Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2025.