Fort Collins is officially classified as a metropolitan area by the Census, and is the fifth largest city in Colorado. Outside of the Denver metro area, only Colorado Springs is larger than Fort Collins. Most people have immigrated from other states. Fort Collins is known for friendliness of people and low crime rate. Facilities and activities for seniors are excellent, and Fort Collins has become a popular retirement center.
Primary downside is the transportation system.
The city experiences significant pollution from automobile exhaust, and the city's road system is not keeping up with growth. Primary employment is white collar. Cost of Living Property values are high, housing is expensive, cost of living is moderate. In Colorado, Boulder, Greeley, and Gunnison all have a higher cost of living than Fort Collins.