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Boulder Voted The #1 Most Educated U.S. City

walnutrealty — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 18:42:51 +0000

Education is one of the most important determinants of economic success, a fact that the recent economic downturn brought into sharp relief. The Bureau of Labor Statistics has shown that better-educated segments of the population have significantly lower unemployment rates than the population at large.

A U.S. News analysis of Census data shows that Boulder, Colo., Ann Arbor, Mich., and Washington, D.C., are at the top of the list of the nation’s most-educated cities. The ranking takes into account the shares of the population 25 years of age and older with post-secondary degrees, weighted by the length of time often required to obtain those various degrees.

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The list is a mix of small metropolitan areas that are also home to large universities and large cities whose leading industries demand highly educated workers. For example, Boulder has a population of barely 300,000 but a university that employs thousands and is host to nearly 30,000 degree-seeking students, many of whom are graduate students and already have at least one degree. Meanwhile, Washington, D.C.’s workforce is dominated by the federal government, which has many offices and agencies that require highly educated workers. San Jose, likewise, is at the heart of Silicon Valley, where software engineers work for companies like IBM and Cisco.

Based on a U.S. News analysis of data from the U.S. Census Bureau, these are the 10 most-educated metropolitan areas (population 300,000 or greater, as of 2009) in the United States.

1. Boulder, Colo.

2. Ann Arbor, Mich.

3. Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, D.C.-Va.-Md.-W.V.

4. Durham-Chapel Hill, N.C.

5. San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, Calif.

6. Bridgeport-Stamford-Norwalk, Conn.

7. San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, Calif.

8. Boston-Cambridge-Quincy, Mass.-N.H.

9. Madison, Wis.

10. Raleigh-Cary, N.C.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey, 2009.

Methodology: Shares of population with various levels of higher education degrees were weighted for time needed to achieve each degree—associate’s, two years; bachelor’s, four years; master’s, six years; professional, 7.5 years (average of three-year law degree and four-year medical degree, plus bachelor’s); doctorate, nine years—then added together for each metro area.

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As one might expect, these cities have also weathered hard economic times well—some extraordinarily so. As of June, 8 of the 10 most-educated metropolitan areas had unemployment levels well below the national rate of 9.2 percent. The remaining two metro areas, San Jose and San Francisco, had rates of 10.5 and 10.0 percent, respectively. Though higher than the national rate, it is important to note that California was hit particularly hard by the recent recession and slow recovery, with a state jobless rate of 12.1 percent in June, making San Jose and San Francisco’s unemployment figures look much better in comparison.

Open House Today From 1-3pm

walnutrealty — Sun, 04 Dec 2011 19:37:14 +0000

3289 Cummings Drive, Erie

Sunday, December 4th 1-3pm

Your Host: Tom Precourt 303.921.9080

Walk to stores, trails & Erie Lake from this FANTASTIC location! Close to Lafayette/Louisville/Boulder/Longmont! This beautiful 4-bed/4-bath home w/views boasts an open floorplan & vaulted ceilings, large kitchen w/island & new appliances, 2 master suites, custom built-ins, new INT/EXT paint & prof. finished basement. Great yard w/ Trex deck & raised gardens. Builder-owned = well cared-for & move-in ready! Neighborhood has AWESOME Olympic pool, parks, tennis & more. This is a wonderful home!

Open House Sunday 11/20

walnutrealty — Sat, 19 Nov 2011 16:50:30 +0000

5060 Pierre Street #D, Boulder

Sunday, November 20th 1-3pm

Your Host: Dave Naber 303.875.6933

This Modern south facing loft Style home sits close to the base of the foothills and Boulder open space. Full finished basement with bedroom or rec rooom and it’s own bath. The front porch overlooks the new neighborhood park.The upscale kitchen features slab granite counters and SS appliances. High end finishes thru out.Each bedroom has its own bath.The living room opens up to a south facing outdoor porch living area with nice mountain views. Each upper bedroom has it’s own deck.

October Housing stats

walnutrealty — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 21:06:15 +0000

Open Houses Today…

walnutrealty — Sun, 06 Nov 2011 17:14:37 +0000

4150 17th Street, Boulder

Sunday, November 6th 11-1pm

Your Host: Dave Naber 303.875.6933

Rare 1/2 Acre Gem in North Boulder! Immaculate, energy-efficient,comfortable home located on a quiet cul-de-sac in N Boulder. Light, airy,fun-this home feels good! Incredible views & yard, walk to shops andschools. Detached garage, heated studio, custom woodwork, wood floors,stainless appliances, concrete/granite countertops, efficient cooler, SolarPV, and custom brick oven. A must see for buyers who appreciate awell-designed, low-maintenance home, a beautiful big yard, and easy location.

1455 Yarmouth Ave #211, Boulder

Sunday, November 6th 1-3pm

Your Host: Dave Naber 303.875.6933

Enjoy the Flatiron and Dakota Ridge views from this spacious North Boulder Loft. South facing end unit with:wood floors throughout,12 ft ceilings, open floor plan,three side of panoramic windows,large walk out deck. Master bedroom has a oversized walk in closet. Comes with plans to possibly convert into a 2 bedroom. Minutes from biking and open space trails.Proto’s Pizza and Amante coffee, along with many other shops are in the Neighborhood. Please call listing agent for lending options.

Pearl Street Mall Crawl 2011

walnutrealty — Sun, 30 Oct 2011 16:45:11 +0000

Every Halloween Pearl Street is crawling with an array of ghastly ghouls and this year was no exception! One of the neatest additions to the yearly Halloween festivities is a Michael Jackson flash mob of sorts, that was started after Michael’s passing a few years ago. Check out the video below courtsey of the Daily Camera to see this years tribute to Thriller & click here to read the full article

There is always something fun and exciting going on in Boulder and the citizens who organize these events contribute greatly to the wonderful sense of community that exists here!

Halloweekend Events in Boulder

walnutrealty — Sat, 29 Oct 2011 21:50:22 +0000

Saturday October 29th

DeVotchKa: Zombies vs. Vampires; 8 p.m. at the Boulder Theater, 2032 14th St., Boulder; bouldertheater.com; 303-786-7030. $42.

“Night of the Living Dead” movie from 1968; 7 p.m. at the Muenzinger Auditorium on the University of Colorado campus; Boulderhistory.org; 303-449-3464. $7.

Suburban Cowboy Noise Halloween costume party: Live music and dancing; starts at 9 p.m. at Oskar Blues Homemade Liquids and Solids, 1555 S. Hover Road, Longmont; reverbnation.com/suburbancowboynoise; 303-931-9617. $5.

Sunday October 30th

Trunk or Treat: Decorate your car trunk and fill it with goodies; 11 a.m. at Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church, 7077 Harvest Road, Boulder; shepherdboulder.org; 303-530-4422. Free.

Great Pumpkin race: Race pumpkins through the “lazy river;” 4-6 p.m. at the Bob L. Burger Recreation Center, 111 West Baseline Road, Lafayette; cityoflafayette.com; 303-665-0469. $2-3 per pumpkin.

Monday October 31st — Halloween!

Downtown Boulder’s Munchkin Masquerade : trick-or-treat on Pearl Street; 2-5 p.m. on the Pearl Street Mall, Boulder; boulderdowntown.com. Free.

Avery Tap Room Halloween Costume Party , with scary silent movies, music, horror stories and a brewery tour; 6-11 p.m. at Avery Brewing Company, 5757 Arapahoe, Boulder; averybrewing.com; 303-440-4324. Free.

Steampunk Exotica (A Journey into Pan’s Crucible) party and fundraiser sponsored by Pangea Organics; 10 p.m. at the Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art, 1750 13th St., Boulder; bmoca.org; 303-443-2122; $25.

Greensky Bluegrass get down at The Fox Theatre for an 80′s themed blugrass party! The Fox Theatre is located at 1135 13th Street Boulder, CO 80302 Purchase Tickets at www.foxtheatre.com – $16 + $2 for under 21; Doors open @ 8:30pm; 303.443.3399

Open House This Sunday!

walnutrealty — Sat, 29 Oct 2011 15:30:33 +0000

430 Christmas Tree Drive

Sunday, October 30th 1-3pm

Your Host: Kathryn Whelan 303.810.2408

Architectural gem by local modernist Hobie Wagener.Located in one of Boulder’s best areas on quiet cu-del-sac. Enjoy unobstructed Flatiron views & North along the Frt Range. Flr to ceiling windows, butterfly roof, open flr plan. Private S-facing backyard, mature landscaping. Surrounded by $2M-$5M homes. 5 min walk to Chautauqua, 10 mins to CU, 20 mins to dwntwn. Updated windows, roof, furnaces. Kitchen/bath adequate but need updating. Enjoy the serenity & beauty of mtn living w/city convenience.

Open Houses this weekend…..

walnutrealty — Fri, 14 Oct 2011 17:16:54 +0000

430 Christmas Tree Drive

Sunday, October 16th 1-3pm

Your Host: Kathryn Whelan 303.810.2408

4415 17th Street, Boulder

Sunday, October 16th 12-2pm

Your Host: Dave Naber 303.875.6933

107 Rose Street, Louisville

Sunday October 16th 12-2pm

Your Host: Derek Mayber 303.817.6670

Newly updated brick ranch just one blk to Community Park. Walk to Historic Downtown! 3 (possibly 4) beds, 2 baths w/ finished basement. Updates include remodeled kitchen & baths, NEW int/ext paint, NEW doors & fixtures, NEW furnace, refinished “distressed” wood floors, NEW tile, lighting, fixtures, gas range/oven & refrigerator. Partially finished full basement offers additional living space. $5K Landscaping Credit w/ acceptable offer! Enjoy all Louisville has to offer from this great location!

543 Dewey Avenue, Boulder

Sunday October 16th 12-2pm

Your Host: Katie Patterson 720.934.1057

VALUE IS IN THE LAND, but the home can be easily remodeled/expanded. Rare, VERY LARGE, south-facing buildable lot (verify with City). Walk to Downtown, Mt. Sanitas/hiking trails, and Ideal Market. Cute home with nice views. Remodel or build your dream home (up to ~4,124 sq/ft) on this 10,000+ sq/ft lot! Home has a licensed ADU for additional rental income. Best of both worlds between Mapleton Hill and Newlands! The property is sold “As-is”. Personal Representative’s Deed.

3289 Cummings, Erie

Sunday October 16th 11-1pm

Your Host: Janet Lyons 303.931.6941

745 Arapahoe Avenue, Boulder

Sunday October 16th 12-4pm

Your Hosts: Dunbar Hardy & Dave Naber

Keep cool by Boulder Creek in this Freshly Renovated Downtown Boulder Condo.Featuring new countertops,tile,carpet,paint,lighting,electrical plugs and window blinds. It overlooks a park and Boulder Creek. Leave your car at home, stones throw to bike path,minutes from new Alfalfa’s Market and Pearl St shopping and dining. Even though it is in the center of Boulder’s activity it remains very peaceful. Recently FHA approved.

Fall events in Boulder

walnutrealty — Fri, 07 Oct 2011 15:47:03 +0000

A chill is in the air but the sun still shines bright in our fun little town. Here are some fun things going on around here to get you excited about fall!