Resonance Consultancy ranks American cities (principal cities of metropolitan areas with populations of more than 100,000) by using a combination of statistical performance and qualitative evaluations by locals and visitors in 23 areas grouped into six core categories. Principal cities are defined as the largest city in each metropolitan statistical area.
Greeley ranked number 76 overall, and made the top 50 in two of the measures: Prosperity and Place.
Small cities (MSA population 100,000 - 500,000) were already having a renaissance before urbanized density and metropolitan life became the ground wars in the COVID-19 outbreak. Those who could fled to places where populations were smaller and the berths wider. If they spent that time in one of America’s Best Small Cities, chances are they’ll return. if they ever left at all.
You can access the full report at https://resonanceco.com/reports/2020-americas-best-small-cities/.
8th Most Dynamic Economy
We are proud to represent one of the fastest growing and progressive communities in northern Colorado. With a population approaching 110,000, our community in 2018 was ranked #1 by Wallethub. for ‘Jobs and the Economy’ among 515 cities nationally, and the Greeley Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) was ranked by Forbes Magazine as the #6 fastest ‘Job Growth’ market in the country. In 2019, the Greeley MSA was ranked as the 8th Most Dynamic Economy in the country by the Walton Family Foundation.
We have matched this recent growth and energy with a high-performing Economic Health and Housing team to continue to move Greeley’s economy forward. With creativity, critical thinking and open communication, we have a passion for promoting growth and development in a public service setting. Our department consists of qualified specialists in two divisions: Economic Development and Urban Renewal.
Whether your business is already located here in Greeley and looking to expand, or you’re considering a move to our community, we are here to provide the resources and support to ensure your success.