Colorado City Named Among Best Places To Live in the U.S

How about some great news to start the day? Did you know that we live in one of the best cities in America in 2024? You and I know this, and now the world will know it because Colorado has just landed on Money Magazine's "Best U.S. Cities for 2024."

Money says the towns on their list represent a "blueprint for the future, showcasing affordability, diversity, and overall quality of life." Let's take a look at which Western Colorado town made the list.

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Colorado's Best City 2024

I love it when the world shows our station's hometown of Fruita love. Our hats go off to the folks at Money Magazine for selecting Fruita as one of America's Best Places To Live in 2024. Fruita is the only Colorado city that made this year's list.

Lots To Love About Fruita

Fruita isn't going to stay under the radar much longer. It's a beautiful Western Slope town that is a dream come true for families who love the outdoors. You can enjoy hiking trails for all skill levels, kayaking the Colorado River, mountain biking through the Kokopelli Trail System, and huge music festivals every summer. There's so much to love here.

Why Fruita Makes Money's List

Fruita has a population of just under 14,000 residents and counting according to the U.S. Census. Realtor.com says the median listing price for a home is $467,100, and the U.S. Beauro of Labor and Statistics gives Fruita a low unemployment rating of 2.80%.

Keep going to learn more about the home we love in Mesa County, Colorado. Learn facts about Fruita you didn't know, and check out one of our favorite hikes to the Cowboy Hat Tower below.