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Glenwood Springs, CO vs Gunbarrel, CO

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Are people in Gunbarrel older or younger than people in Glenwood Springs?
- The Median Age in Gunbarrel is 4.2 years older than in Glenwood Springs.

Are housing costs cheaper in Gunbarrel or Glenwood Springs?
- Gunbarrel housing costs are 4.5% less expensive than Glenwood Springs housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Gunbarrel or Glenwood Springs?
- The average commute for residents of Gunbarrel is 2.8 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Glenwood Springs.

Things to do in Glenwood Springs?
Glenwood Springs, CO is nestled between the Rocky Mountains and Grand Mesa just west of Aspen. It is known for its hot springs, spas, historic downtown, rafting & kayaking along the Colorado River as well as world class skiing & snowboarding at nearby resorts like Aspen/Snowmass and Crested Butte. Visitors can find adventure hiking or biking through the White River National Forest or explore nature-oriented history at Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park or Yampah Spa & Vapor Caves nearby.

Things to do in Gunbarrel?
Gunbarrel, CO is located in Boulder County boasting a population around 10,400 people. Here you can find attractions like Gunbarrel Community Center which features various monuments perfect for history buffs while also taking part in various festivals like the Annual Gunbarrel Days Festival showcasing some of the area's best talent throughout the year!

 Glenwood Springs, COGunbarrel, COUnited States
 Population  Unlock10,199329,725,481
 Median Income$69,728  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock4038.4
 Avg. Home Price$712,500  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock5.5%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time22.94  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Glenwood Springs    8 Reviews

I agree, I lived in the Roaring Fork Valley (Glenwood Springs to Aspen) for 22 years. The area is nothing more than a bunch of 'Money Mongers, liars, and thieves'. The  More

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Glenwood springs colorado is nowhere near the best place to live, its actually one of the most anal politically incorrect places I have ever lived, the police are  More

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Rand McNally named Glenwood Springs the "Most Fun Town in America" for a good reason. World's largest mineral hot springs pool, Glenwood Caverns (one of top 10 caves in  More

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Reviews for Gunbarrel    1 Reviews

I have one word for those who hate Boulder: JEALOUSY Amazing weather (always sunny), great hiking trails, awesome running trails, my dog off-leash, gorgeous views,  More

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