Livability Score

63
/100
i The AreaVibes Livability Score evaluates 9 different categories and creates an overall score out of 100. The higher the score, the better the area.

amenities F

There are not many amenities close to this location.
Coffee (3) F
Cafe
Coffee Shop
Entertainment (2) F
Overland Trail Museum
Museum
Fox Theatre
Cinema
Food and Drink (11) F
Sonic
Fast Food
McDonald's
Fast Food
Little Caesars
Fast Food
Arby's
Fast Food
Wendy's
Fast Food
Taco Bell
Fast Food
Burger King
Fast Food
Fitness (0) F
Groceries (2) F
Walmart Supercenter
Grocery Store
Parks (14) F
Overland Trail Recreation Area
Park
Monahan Park
Park
Propst Park
Park
Columbine Park
Park
Cheairs Park
Park
Sterling Recreation Center
Park
Pioneer Park
Park
Shops (7) F
Eagle
Convenience Store
Reata
Convenience Store
The Home Depot
Home Improvement
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commute F

Of all people who commute, 3.7% take public transportation in Sterling.
Public Transit Stops (0)
Stops & Stations
F
Workers Taking Public Transit
3.7%
D-
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cost of living A+

The cost of living in Sterling is 93/100 - which is 16% lower than Colorado.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc.
A
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax
C-
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crime C-

Sterling crime rates are 2,975 per 100k, which is 18% lower than Colorado
Property Crime
2,684 crimes per 100k
F
Violent Crime
292 crimes per 100k
B-
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employment D

The median income in Sterling is $40,956 - which is 34% lower than Colorado.
Med. Household Income
$40,956
F
Unemployment Rate
3.7%
C
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health F

There are not many hospitals, police and fire stations,
Health & Safety (5)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc.
F
Sterling Fire Department
Fire Station
Sterling Fire Department
Fire Station
Walgreens
Pharmacy
Sterling Regional MedCenter
Hospital
Sterling Dental
Dentist
Air Quality
Median Air Quality
C-
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housing A+

Sterling home prices are $141,100 - which is 47% lower than Colorado
Home Price
$141,100
D
Home Appreciation Rate
24%
A+
Home Affordability
3.4x (home price to income ratio)
B-
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schools F

The Sterling graduation rate is 78% - which is 11% lower than Colorado
School Test Scores
40%
F
High School Grad. Rates
78%
D+
Elementary Schools (3) F
Campbell Elementary School
Ayres Elementary School
Sterling Middle School
High Schools (1) F
Sterling High School
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ratings D+

Sterling has an overall rating of 57% from 5 reviews.
User Reviews (1)
From AreaVibes
C-
User Surveys (4)
From AreaVibes
D-
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City on the Plains: Sterling, Colorado 3 rating By Anonymous ( May 16, 2018) As the largest city in Northeastern Colorado, Sterling is a hub of shopping, dining, and community activity. I like living in Sterling because of its small-town feel and the strong community vibe evident in its ardent support of its school teams. The town can be a little slow if ...Read More you are looking for more action or an eclectic nightlife experience. However, because of its importance to the region, there are plentiful job opportunities. The Northeastern Junior College offers many options for educators looking for work, while Sykes Enterprises boasts career opportunities for those in the technology industry.

The best area in Sterling is the historic Overhead Trail Museum, replicating an old fort complete with the chance to pan for gold. Outdoor enthusiasts will delight in the North Sterling State Park with its miles of biking and hiking trails and the idyllic Cottonwood Cove Swim Beach. The unique City of Living Trees Walk showcases old cottonwood trees transformed into magical bronze sculptures. Read Less
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      F Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Sterling? Well, there are not many amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Overland Trail Recreation Area
      Monahan Park
      Propst Park
      Columbine Park
      Cheairs Park
      Sterling Recreation Center
      Pioneer Park

      Entertainment

      Overland Trail Museum
      Fox Theatre

      Food & Drink

      Sonic
      McDonald's
      Little Caesars
      Arby's
      Wendy's
      Taco Bell
      Burger King

      F Commute

      Is public transit available in Sterling? Of all people who commute, 3.7% take public transportation in Sterling.
      Drive to Work
      75%

      2% lower than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      4%

      1% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      5%

      2% higher than the US average

      B+ Health & Safety

      Is Sterling a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are some hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      Sterling Regional MedCenter

      Pharmacies

      Walgreens

      Doctors