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Weld County finds itself in the
path of opportunity. With a strategic location providing access to
several institutions of higher education, world-class employers,
diverse cultural and recreational offerings, new residents are moving
to Weld County in record numbers. In the process, they are expanding
workforce numbers and expertise. A few quick facts: - Greeley/Weld MSA was the fastest growing in the nation 2000—2003; second-fastest 2000—2005 (U.S. Census Bureau)
- Eight of the ten fastest-growing cities in Colorado during 2000—2005 are located in Weld County (Rocky Mountain News)
- Firestone grew 236%, making it the fastest-growing city in Colorado
- Erie—96%
- Evans—84%
- Frederick—168%
- Johnstown—89%
- Milliken—94%
- Severance—219%
- Windsor—50%
- Weld County’s cost of living index is typically below the national average
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