Access 25 is located at the intersection of Boulder County, Weld County, and the Denver MSA. Its central location, strong infrastructure, and quality of life make it a top destination for businesses and job seekers. Mead’s 5.9% sales tax is below Colorado’s 6.975% average.
Robust Population Growth
Within a 5-mile radius of Access 25, the population is projected to grow by 20% over the next five years. Since 2010, Colorado has added about 745,000 new residents, with Mead being one of the fastest-growing areas in Weld County. Additionally, over 20,000 residential units are planned, strengthening the workforce pipeline.
Central Location
Mead offers a strategic location for logistics, commerce, and commuting, connecting businesses with the entire Front Range. Its proximity to key urban centers, combined with a small-town feel, makes it an ideal spot for growth and development.
Premier Business Corridor
I-25 is Colorado’s busiest North-South corridor, connecting Denver, Colorado Springs, and Fort Collins. Recent infrastructure improvements make it a prime location for businesses to relocate or expand, with companies like Home Depot and FedEx Freight Services planting neighboring flags along Access 25’s park entrance.
Weld County Profile
Colorado State University
32,000 Enrolled
University of Colorado Boulder
37,000 Enrolled
University of Northern Colorado
10,000 Enrolled
AIMS Community College
8,400 Enrolled
Front Range Community College
20,000 Enrolled
38% of the population has a Bachelor's degree or higher
Top 1%
Fourth Economy Community Index
The community index documents key indicators and predictors of community vibrancy and economic strength. Weld County ranks higher than 99% of all counties in the United States.
Labor Force
0
Median Age
0
Unemployment
0%
Area Demographics
5 miles
15 miles
25 miles
Total Businesses
1,640
21,304
105,626
Bachelor’s degree or more
16,364
197,658
853,152
Labor force population
15,187
164,780
753,484
Total current population
27,667
297,984
1,362,614
Population growth rate
20%
7%
4%
Average household income
$96,320
$108,697
$109,057
Quality of life index*
122
177
116
*The quality of life index is based on economic, health, community, leisure, and environment factors, with 100 as the national average.