A rural, Weld County community with a growing population
In the plains of Northern Colorado, roughly 25 miles from the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, Milliken is a rural city with quiet, walkable streets where neighbors know one another. Between Greeley and Longmont, there's limited traffic and a peaceful atmosphere without being too far removed from the conveniences of larger cities. United States Census Bureau estimates the population is over 9,000 as of 2023, an increase of over 3,000 from the 2013 estimate. “The whole Weld County area has been growing rapidly in recent years,” says Morgan Merriman, a Realtor with C3 Real Estate Solutions specializing in the Northern Colorado region. “But Milliken has maintained more of a small-town vibe than nearby communities like Johnstown. The population growth is slower here because it’s not as close to the interstate.” The area served as a trading post in the 1860s, and the surrounding land was developed into sugar beet farms and cattle ranches. Agriculture remains a central part of Milliken, with hundreds of acres of farmland between its residential pockets.
Acres of farmland sits between Milliken and the foothills of the Rocky Mountains.
Milliken has a small-town feel with a population of just over 9,000 people.
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Major Weld County employers and lowering crime rates
Ranger Energy Services is one of the largest employers in the city, with over 200 employees. Milliken residents may commute to nearby Weld County communities for work, with major employers including JBS Foods and the North Colorado Medical Center. According to statistics from the Colorado Bureau of Investigation, rates of violent crime in Milliken were lower in 2024 compared to the four previous years. Additionally, as of December 2023, rates of both property and violent crime were lower in Milliken compared to both the state and national averages.
Ranger Energy Services is one of the largest employers in Milliken, with over 200 employees.
Another major employer a short commute from Milliken is North Colorado Medical Center.
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Established century-old homes and brand-new subdivisions
The residential lanes surrounding Broad Street are home to Milliken’s more established homes, with some dating back to the 1920s and 1930s. Most of the housing market was developed after 1990, and the architectural scene is mainly comprised of ranch-style homes, modern traditionals and craftsman-style builds. The median home price is roughly $458,000, which, according to the National Association of Realtors, is lower than the Weld County median.
Near the center of Milliken you'll find older bungalow homes dating back to the 1920s and 1930s.
Milliken has many modern subdivisions with ranch-style homes.
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Milliken-area public schools
Students are served by the Weld County RE-5J School District, which earns a B-minus overall grade from Niche. Most students attend the same pipeline of public schools, starting with the C-plus-rated Milliken Elementary School and Milliken Middle School, which also receives a C-plus. Roosevelt High School is in the neighboring community of Johnstown and receives a B-minus.
Milliken students are served by the Weld County RE-5J School District, which earns a B-minus overall grade from Niche.
Roosevelt High School in Johnstown which is near Milliken, receives a B-minus from Niche.
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Local businesses on Broadway
Broadway runs through the center of Milliken and is home to five restaurants and a few small storefronts, including a pub, an ice cream shop and a hairdresser. Near the intersection of Broad Street and Alice Avenue, there is a small shopping center with a Dollar General, two eateries and a Mexican grocery store. For a larger selection of businesses, including supermarkets and big-box stores, Greeley is around 14 miles northeast.
Choose from many ice cream flavors at Paradice Cream of Milliken.
A few local businesses operate on Broad Street in Milliken, such as The Cracked Egg.
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Thompson River Parks and Recreation sports leagues
Milliken and nearby Johnstown are served by The Thompson River Parks and Recreation District, which offers over a dozen sports leagues. Baseball and softball facilities are a short drive west in Johnstown, while Milliken is home to an aquatic center and a golf course.
Milliken and nearby Johnstown are served by The Thompson River Parks and Recreation District, which offers over a dozen sports leagues.
In the summer you can bring the kids to the outdoor aquatic center in Milliken.
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Take I-25 to Fort Collins or Denver
Interstate 25 is around 7 miles west of Milliken and leads around 25 miles north to Fort Collins or about 50 miles south to Downtown Denver. The Denver International Airport is roughly 45 miles south.
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