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Longmont is a home rule municipality located in Boulder and Weld counties in the U.S. state of Colorado. Longmont is located in Northern Colorado, approximately 35 miles (56 km) north-northwest of Denver. With an estimated population of 96,192 as of 2019, Longmont is the 13th most populous municipality in Colorado.

Longmont was founded in 1871 by a group of Chicago-area pioneers who planned a community based on agriculture, education, and prohibition. The city was named for Longs Peak, which is located approximately 14 miles (23 km) to the west. Longmont developed as an agricultural community with sugar beets as the main crop. In the early 2000s, the city began transitioning to a more diversified economy including high-tech industries.

Some key facts about Longmont:

History of Longmont

Longmont was established in 1871 by a group of Union Colony pioneers from Chicago. The city was built on part of the barely habitable lands available for homesteading in the new state of Colorado. The city was named after Longs Peak, which was visible from the area.

Agriculture flourished in Longmont's early years with sugar beets becoming the main crop. The Union Colony built a major sugar beet processing factory in 1903, cementing Longmont's identity as an agricultural community.

Longmont's original economy was based on agriculture and education. The city enacted prohibition in 1907, more than a decade before national Prohibition in the United States. Longmont's ban on alcohol sales lasted until 1969.

Over the decades, Longmont evolved into a more diversified city. Manufacturing, healthcare, biotechnology, and other industries located in Longmont. The establishment of technology companies like Seagate and DigitalGlobe in Longmont led to the city's nickname of "Silicon Mountain."

For more information on the history of Longmont, visit the Longmont, Colorado Wikipedia page.

Population

The population of Longmont was estimated to be 96,192 people in 2019 according to the U.S. Census Bureau. This makes Longmont the 13th most populous city in Colorado.

Longmont experienced rapid growth in the postwar period between 1940-1960 when the population nearly quadrupled. Growth slowed in the 1980s and 1990s before picking up again in the 2000s. Much of Longmont's recent population increase is attributed to annexation of neighboring communities.

The racial makeup of Longmont is approximately:

The median age in Longmont is 36.7 years old. Over one quarter of the population (27.3%) is under the age of 18 while 12.7% of the population is over 65 years old.

Economy and Major Employers

Longmont has transitioned from an agricultural economy to a more diversified mix of industries. Some of the major private sector employers in Longmont include:

Other major industries in Longmont include health services, retail trade, and education. The largest employers in the city are:

For more information on economic development in Longmont, visit the Longmont Economic Development department website.

Attractions and Landmarks

Some of the top attractions and landmarks in Longmont include:

Longs Peak

Longs Peak is a prominent 14,259 foot mountain in the northern Front Range of Colorado. The peak is located approximately 14 miles west of Longmont. Longs Peak was named after explorer Stephen Harriman Long and is featured on the Longmont city seal.

Address: Longs Peak Ranger Station, 9 Ten Mile Drive, Granby, CO 80446

GPS Coordinates: 40.25497086520464, -105.55647468462512

Dickens Opera House

The Dickens Opera House is a historic theater located in downtown Longmont. The opera house was built in 1881 and hosted vaudeville shows, operas, dances, and community events for decades. It is now home to the Longmont Symphony Orchestra and the Longmont Theatre Company.

Address: 300 Main St, Longmont, CO 80501

GPS Coordinates: 40.167665379717145, -105.10161998461825

Boulder County Courthouse

The Boulder County Courthouse, built in 1903, is located downtown Longmont. It was the county courthouse for Boulder County until 1974. The building is an example of neoclassical architecture and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Address: 201 Kimbark St, Longmont, CO 80501

GPS Coordinates: 40.167680079717226, -105.10159328461826

Education

Public education in Longmont is provided by the St. Vrain Valley School District (SVVSD). SVVSD serves over 32,000 students in Longmont and neighboring communities. SVVSD operates:

Some of the high schools located in Longmont include:

Post-secondary education is available locally at the Front Range Community College which has a campus in Longmont (2190 Miller Drive, Longmont CO 80501). The University of Colorado Boulder is located approximately 15 miles southeast of Longmont.

Transportation

Public transportation in Longmont and surrounding communities is provided by the Regional Transportation District (RTD). RTD operates local and regional bus routes as well as a commuter rail line from Denver to Longmont via Boulder.

Longmont is located next to several major transportation corridors providing easy highway access. Some of the nearby highways include:

Longmont is located approximately:

Longmont is served by Denver International Airport (DEN), 45 miles southeast of the city. The closest municipal airport to Longmont is Vance Brand Airport in Longmont.

Local Resources

Here are some useful resources for Longmont residents and visitors:

In addition to the resources listed above, Longmont has an active local community offering festivals, recreation, arts and cultural events throughout the year.

Map of Longmont, Colorado




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