What are the schools like in Lochbuie, CO?

Lochbuie is served primarily by Weld County School District RE-3J. The district operates 4 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 15.5:1.

What is the median household income in Lochbuie?

The median household income in Lochbuie, CO is $84,556 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 2.3%.

What is the weather like in Lochbuie, CO?

Lochbuie has an average high temperature of 44.4°F in January and 90.0°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 13.6 inches and annual snowfall averages 34.5 inches.

Lochbuie, CO Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Lochbuie, CO affordable or expensive?

Lochbuie's cost of living index is 96, where 100 represents the national average. This means Lochbuie is 4% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $333,900 and the median rent is $1,165 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Lochbuie, CO?

Lochbuie has a violent crime rate of 202.8 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 787.4 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Lochbuie, CO a Good Place to Live?

Lochbuie is a small town of 7,963 in Colorado, with a median household income of $84,556 and a 2.3% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 96 (US average = 100), which is 4% below the national average.

Strengths: Lochbuie stands out for an affordable cost of living, lower-than-average crime, solid school ratings (B-).

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes. Whether Lochbuie is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Lochbuie city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 96.0

Lochbuie's overall cost of living index is 96.0, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Lochbuie costs roughly 4% less than the average American city.

Metric	Lochbuie, CO	National Avg
Median Home Value	$333,900	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,165	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	93.3%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$84,556	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Lochbuie's violent crime rate is 202.8 per 100,000 residents — 47% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

202.8 /100k

Property Crime

787.4 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Lochbuie is served primarily by Weld County School District RE-3J. The student-to-teacher ratio is 15.5:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Lochbuie, CO	National Avg
School District	Weld County School District RE-3J	—
Elementary Schools	4	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	15.5:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	14.6%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	82.8%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Lochbuie sees average highs of 44.4°F in January and 90.0°F in July, with 13.6 inches of annual precipitation and 34.5 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Lochbuie, CO
Average High — January	44.4°F
Average High — July	90.0°F
Annual Precipitation	13.6"
Annual Snowfall	34.5"

Demographics

Metric	Lochbuie, CO	National Avg
Population	7,963	—
Median Age	32.5	38.9
Unemployment Rate	2.3%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	37.6 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	76.1%	59.3%
Black or African American	3.1%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	19.4%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	27.4%	22.2%
65 and over	9.9%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Lochbuie

Lochbuie, CO is covered by 1 ZIP code:

80603

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lochbuie, CO affordable or expensive?

Lochbuie's cost of living index is 96, where 100 is the national average. That makes Lochbuie roughly 4% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $333,900 and median rent is $1,165/month.

What is the crime rate in Lochbuie, CO?

Lochbuie's violent crime rate is 202.8 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 787.4 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Lochbuie?

Public schools in Lochbuie are operated by Weld County School District RE-3J. The district has 4 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 15.5:1. 14.6% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Lochbuie, CO a good place to live?

Lochbuie, CO has a population of 7,963, a median household income of $84,556, and an unemployment rate of 2.3%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Lochbuie?

Lochbuie averages 44.4°F in January and 90.0°F in July. Annual rainfall is 13.6 inches with about 34.5 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Lochbuie?

Lochbuie, CO is covered by 1 ZIP code: 80603.

What is the population of Lochbuie?

The population of Lochbuie, Colorado is 7,963 with a median age of 32.5. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Lochbuie?

Key numbers for living in Lochbuie: cost of living index 96 (100 = US average), median home $333,900, median household income $84,556, crime index 47 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Lochbuie side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.