What to Know about Evans!
The City of Evans has all of the demographics that will make your business successful! We have an area population of over 100,000 within a 15 minute drive time; we are 45 minutes north of Denver International Airport; Highway 34, I-25 and Highway 85 are minutes away, and our traffic counts grow monthly! The two major universities in the area bring students and visitors throughout the year, and our lower cost of living draws families and employers.
2010 Community Profile PDF
Thinking of moving to Evans? Need to know our demographics? Want to hear about our business incentives and partnerships? Our 2010 Community Profile is now available!
Retail Report - Buxton study PDF
In 2007 the City asked Buxton to perform a retail study which would tell us which companies were good matches for the City of Evans, and list the demographics that would be useful to know if you were interested in locating your business here. The report is interesting to read with some very useful information.
The Evans Story PDF
Our strategic plan for economic development in the City of Evans – a great way to learn about our plans and vision for the future. This Story is constantly evolving and changing as our needs become more specific and the economic climate changes. Expect to see this updated every few months as we accomplish our goals and add new ones. Please let us know what you think!
Poster PDF
This is a one page snapshot of the most important things about Evans for a retail business to consider.
Evans Area Demographics PDF
This set of comprehensive reports on the demographics of the Evans area is split into drive time and driving distance categories. Maps are also included. The data source is ESRI and the reports were created by the City of Greeley.
| Greater Evans Population 2010 | 114,000 |
| Median Age | 26.9 |
| Incorporated Square Miles | 10.5 |
| Educational Attainment (Age 25+) | |
| High School Graduate/GED or Higher | 76.8% |
| Bachelors Degree or Higher | 14.8% |
| Average Annual Days of Sunshine | 340 |
Source: US Census Bureau, UpState Colorado, City of Evans
| 18 - 34 Years | Race | % | |
| 45.5% | White | 71.1 | |
| 35 - 64 Years | Hispanic or Latino | 40.1 | |
| 43.0% | Some Other Race | 22.5 | |
| 65 Years and Older | American Indian | 1.3 | |
| 11.5% | Black | 0.8 | |
| Asian | 0.7 |
Source: Adult Age by Percentage - ESRI; Race - US Census Bureau
The Short Story PDF
Our quarterly economic development update, the Short Story has features on current projects, improvements, ideas to improve your business and resources for you. You can sign up to receive the Short Story via your email – just let us know!
Older Reports:
2009 Annual Report
The Evans Economic Development Annual Report emphasizes the division's many achievements in 2009. This tri-fold document was designed to provide a snapshot of those accomplishments and is illustrated using graphs, maps and images.
Economic Update PDF
This document, compiled quarterly by City staff, details the economic situation in Evans and the broader region. The 2010 Economic Development Year End Report was completed February 15, 2011.
2010 Upstate Colorado Demographic Profile PDF
This six page document is full of demographic information including economic, population and employment numbers for Weld County. This is a great resource for any business currently located in Evans or looking to relocate here.
