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Offers small-town charm, rich history, parks, trails, festivals, and easy access to Boulder and Denver.

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Welcome to Lafayette

Set between Boulder and Denver, Lafayette, Colorado, enjoys a vibrant small-town feel, rich history, and easy access to big-city amenities. In 2022, Money magazine listed the city among its list of best places to live thanks to its fantastic quality of life, cost of living, and education offerings. In 2023, Conde Nast Traveler raved about the area’s up-and-coming dining scene.

Lafayette was founded in 1888 by Mary E. Miller and named after her late husband, Lafayette Miller. The Miller family had acquired significant acreage in the area via the Homestead Act and land sold by coal speculators. The property was initially used for farming while Mary and Lafayette resided in Boulder, where he was a town trustee. After his death, Mary returned to the farm and set aside 126 acres for the town just as the region’s coal boom took hold. Today, 30,411 residents call Lafayette home. Peruse Lafayette’s real estate listings, and you’ll find an inviting array of new-construction single-family homes, nicely kept resales, handsome townhouses, and condominiums. The neighborhood surrounding the downtown offers blocks of historic homes with charm and history.

Things to Do & See:

Waneka Lake Park: This 147-acre park surrounding a large man-made reservoir is a popular destination featuring playgrounds, picnic areas, fishing spots, and a 1.3-mile multi-use trail. On this site, you’ll also find Lafayette’s oldest surviving structure, the Waneka Granary, built in the 1870s with hand-hewn logs and square iron nails.
Festive Festivals: In Lafayette, you’ll enjoy a full calendar of family-friendly events to please all ages. The annual Peach Festival celebrates the region’s famed Palisade, Colorado, peaches. Art lovers will enjoy the Art and Wine Festival and Art Night Out gatherings, while the Lafayette Oatmeal Festival is a celebration of healthy living. It makes sense that Old Town’s gathering spot is known as Festival Square.
Coal Creek/Rock Creek Regional Trail System: Enjoy 24 miles of trails that travel along Coal and Rock creeks from Erie through Lafayette to Erie.
Summer Concerts In The Park: Hosted by the Louisville Cultural Advisory Board, this beloved Louisville tradition invites residents of all ages to enjoy a free concert almost every Thursday evening in June and July.

Overview for Lafayette, CO

32,549 people live in Lafayette, where the median age is 40.2 and the average individual income is $67,587. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

32,549

Total Population

40.2 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density
This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$67,587

Average individual Income

Around Lafayette, CO

There's plenty to do around Lafayette, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

20

Car-Dependent

Walking Score

41

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Centripetal CrossFit, Arbor Anglers Lafayette Fly Shop, and Kaia FIT - Lafayette.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Centripetal CrossFit page on Yelp Search 3000 Airport Dr on Google Maps	Active	2.5 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Arbor Anglers Lafayette Fly Shop page on Yelp Search 489 US Hwy 287 on Google Maps	Active	0.83 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Kaia FIT - Lafayette page on Yelp Search 102 E Cleveland St on Google Maps	Active	1.2 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Elevated Kinetics page on Yelp Search 1724 Majestic Dr on Google Maps	Active	2.69 miles	10 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Flatirons Aesthetics page on Yelp Search 2765 Dagny Way on Google Maps	Beauty	1.83 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the The A. B. Experience page on Yelp Search 400 E Simpson St on Google Maps	Beauty	1.22 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Lafayette, CO

Population Households Employment

Lafayette has 13,942 households, with an average household size of 2.33. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Lafayette do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 32,549 people call Lafayette home. The population density is 1,445.9 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

32,549

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

40.2

Median Age

48.86 / 51.14%

Men vs Women

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13,942

Total Households

2.33

Average Household Size

$67,587

Average individual Income

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15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Schools in Lafayette, CO

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The following schools are within or nearby Lafayette. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

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