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Gunbarrel

Gunbarrel, a satellite suburb/town that is part of Boulder County, is located just north of the City of Boulder. The area features spectacular scenery and is located in one of the nation’s largest concentrations of high-tech industry and research laboratories. Several beautiful mountain trails wind through the mountains nearby providing ample opportunities for hiking, rock climbing, biking and horseback riding.

Boulder was rated #2 by Shape Magazine in “The Fittest Cities in America” citing the moderate climate with sun April through November and the numerous outdoor activities that seem to draw everyone in the town. With 30,000 acres of open space and 200 miles of public hiking and biking trails its no wonder the city was named the “#1 Sports Town in America” by Outside Magazine.

Boulder’s unique beauty is complemented by its dynamic economy that is supported by aerospace, scientific, computer and research firms along with its plentiful cultural amenities. Boulder boasts more than 30 art galleries, 4 local museums, 32 movie and stage theaters and many festivals including the Colorado Music Festival and the Colorado Shakespeare Festival. Residents and visitors can choose from over 300 restaurants featuring local, regional and international cuisine. The nationally renowned University of Colorado, which includes a 143-acre research park, ensures a diverse population mix within the community. These excellent educational, cultural and recreational resources make Boulder an exceptionally fulfilling place to work, live and play.

Gunbarrel offers its residents a close-knit community made up of safe neighborhoods, friendly people, unlimited recreational and cultural opportunities, in one of the most beautiful settings in country.

Gunbarrel Demographics

Population (2000)

9,435

Males – 50.3%

4,743

Females – 49.7%

4,692

Median age

39.8

Median household income (2000)

$67,022

Median house value (2000)

$275,600

Education (25 years+)

 

High school or higher

98.2%

Bachelor’s degree or higher

61.5%

Graduate or professional degree

24.5%

Unemployed

1.6%

Mean travel time to work

20.9 minutes

Never married

27.1

Now married

59.2

Separated

0.6

Widowed

2.3

Divorced

10.8

Elevation

5400 feet

Land area

6.4 square miles

County

Boulder