Firestone, CO is a small town in Weld County, Colorado with a population of over 11,000 people. The town has been listed as one of the best places to live in Colorado according to rankings from Bestplaces.net. Firestone has seen rapid growth since its incorporation in 1908; it is the fastest-growing city in Weld County with an estimated annual growth rate of 4%. The town offers many amenities and attractions including great outdoor recreation opportunities, excellent schools, and vibrant arts and culture. Firestone ranks highly for amenities such as housing affordability (6th highest) and job growth (2nd highest) within the state of Colorado. Additionally, the overall cost of living is nearly 17% lower than the national average making it an appealing place to live for families. Firestone also scores very well in safety rankings due to low crime rates: violent crime rate is 35% lower than the national average and property crime rate is 25% lower than the national average. With all these factors coming together, Firestone is an excellent place to call home.
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