Orchard, Colorado is a small town located in Weld County. It has an estimated population of 478 people according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Despite its small size, Orchard is known for its high quality of life and friendly atmosphere. The city was recently ranked highly on the bestplaces.net list of the best places to live in Colorado due to its low crime rate, great schools, affordability, access to outdoor activities, and diverse community. The overall rankings placed Orchard at number 18 out of 167 cities in Colorado that were ranked for their livability factors. It received high ratings for its air quality (A-), diversity index (7 out of 10) and amenities per capita (4 out of 5). Residents are able to take part in various outdoor activities like skiing and fishing as well as have easy access to educational opportunities thanks to the nearby University of Northern Colorado and Aims Community College both located within driving distance from Orchard. All these factors combine to make Orchard one of the best places to live in Colorado according to bestplaces.net rankings.
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