- Public SchoolsB-
- Crime & SafetyC+
- HousingC
- NightlifeB+
- Good for FamiliesB-
- DiversityA-
- JobsC+
- WeatherA-
- Cost of LivingC+
- Health & FitnessA-
- Outdoor ActivitiesA-
- CommuteA-
Real Estate
Grand Junction Rankings
Niche ranks thousands of places to live based on key statistics from the U.S. Census and and expert insights.
Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
C+
Based on violent and property crime rates.
Residents
Diversity
A-
Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
Median Household Income
$46,016
National
$55,322Children
19%
Top Public Schools Serving Grand Junction
- B+
New Emerson School at Columbus
- Mesa County Valley School District No. 51, CO
- K-5
- B
Fruita Monument High School
- Mesa County Valley School District No. 51, CO
- 10-12
- 246 reviews
- B
Caprock Academy
- Public School
- Grand Junction, CO
- K-12
- 50 reviews
- B
Independence Academy
- Mesa County Valley School District No. 51, CO
- K-8
- 1 review
- B
Wingate Elementary School
- Mesa County Valley School District No. 51, CO
- PK, K-5
Top Private Schools in Grand Junction
- B+
Bookcliff Christian School
- Private School
- Grand Junction, CO
- PK, K-5
- 8 reviews
- B-
Life Academy
- Private School
- Grand Junction, CO
- PK, K-12
- 3 reviews
- NG
Holy Family Catholic School
- Private School
- Grand Junction, CO
- PK, K-8
- NG
Lutheran Church & School of Messiah
- Private School
- Grand Junction, CO
- PK, K-8
- NG
Landmark Baptist School
- Private School
- Grand Junction, CO
- PK, K-12
Grand Junction Reviews
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I moved to Grand Junction in December of 2016 and I have absolutely loved it. There is a great college (Colorado Mesa University) in the town and all the stores or anywhere you need to go is within 15 minutes from your home. What I absolutely love the most are the adventures. It has been less than a year since I have moved to Grand Junction and I have explored Canyonlands, Arches National Park, Colorado National Monument, Unaweep, Black Canyon, Ouray, Telluride, Aspen and many more beautiful places. I also have went camping for the first time, rock climbed and climbed my first mountain! The adventures near Grand Junction are endless. Grand Junction is simply beautiful and the center of all adventures.
Grand Junction is a hidden gem. I moved here from a busy city in Southern California called Newport Beach, and although it was breath taking there, life was flying bye right before my eyes. Here in Grand Junction I wake up and I watch the most beautiful sunrises; I go to work where everyone takes the time to say hello, goodbye and even give a hug now and then; I'm surrounded by postcard views on my daily drives; my home is nestled on the most beautiful hill at the base of the breathtaking National Monument, overlooking a prairie filled with deer, bunnies and beautiful greenery; and my days are completed by the most amazing sunsets that can take anyone's breath away. Grand Junction is filled with beautiful and challenging hikes, amazing mountain bike trails and the infamous Colorado River. It is a home town feel with adventurous opportunities!
Grand Junction, CO is a nice area on the Western Slope of the Rocky Mountains. I have been here the majority of my life and do enjoy the small town feel. As I get older, I appreciate more around the area from hiking, fishing, wine tasting in Palisade, biking, and plenty of outdoor activities with the amazing weather throughout the year! The grand valley is surrounded by the Colorado National Monument, Bookcliffs, and the Grand Mesa (being one of the largest flat top mountains of the Rockies!) Grand Junction is conveniently located just a few hours from the capital of Denver and plenty of activities along the way with a beautiful scenic drive on Interstate 70, especially through Glenwood Canyon and the White River National Forest. I would recommend this town for residency or visiting.