With about 30,471 residents, Lafayette is one of Colorado's notable places. Lafayette was founded in 1888 and sits in Boulder County. The median age is 39.4 and the median household income is $110,431. Homes carry a median value of $647,600, and about 67% of residents own where they live. White residents make up the largest share of the population (73%). Around 66% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and the typical commute runs about 24 minutes.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (5-year).
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Common questions
Lafayette — frequently asked
What is the population of Lafayette, Colorado?
Lafayette has a population of about 30,471, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (5-year).
What is the average home value in Lafayette?
The median home value in Lafayette is $647,600, and the median gross rent is $2,042/month (U.S. Census ACS).
Is Lafayette safe? What is the crime rate?
Lafayette Police Department reported a violent-crime rate of about 198 per 100,000 residents in 2023 — lower than the U.S. rate of 386. Source: FBI UCR/NIBRS.
What natural-disaster risks does Lafayette face?
FEMA's National Risk Index rates Boulder County as "Relatively Moderate" overall, with top hazards including lightning, avalanche, hail.
How many schools are in Lafayette?
Lafayette has 8 public schools (4 elementary, 1 middle, 2 high). Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, NCES.
How many registered sex offenders are in Lafayette?
Public registry data lists 3 registered sex offenders in or near Lafayette. This is neighborhood-safety information from the public state registry.