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Population
(U.S. Census 2007 Estimate Grand Junction MSA |
139,082 |
Median Age
(U.S. Census 2006 American Community Survey) |
37.8 |
Labor Force
(Colorado DOL, June, 2008) |
82,872 |
Unemployment
(Colorado DOL, June, 2008) |
4.3% |
Median Household Income
(2006 American Community Survey, U.S. Census Bureau) |
$42,596 |
COL Index
(ACCRA 2008 2nd Quarter) |
100.0 |
Median Home Price
(CO Assn. Realtors, February 2008) |
$220,238 |
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Excellent quality of life is critical to the attraction, motivation and retention
of skilled and talented workers, which are essential to the success of growing
a business. The Grand Junction area's exceptional quality of life is attractive
to business, individuals and tourists alike. The combination of spectacular
scenery and recreational opportunities, excellent climate and air quality,
arts and cultural facilities as well as superb health care and public school
system make the Grand Junction area an easy choice. Reasonable cost of living
levels, low crime rates and a great choice of neighborhoods and residences
add to the Grand Junction area's overall attractiveness, to both young and
old.
Colorado was voted the second most livable state and in the top three for
the last three years (see Related News Articles). The Grand Junction area is
no exception.
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