As Veterans Day approaches, Colorado Springs has nabbed the #5 spot on WalletHub's list of "Best & Worst Places for Veterans to Live," reinforcing its standing as a champion for its veteran population. The city has been acknowledged for its robust job market, high quality of life, and accessible services catered to veterans, according to the City of Colorado Springs.
The ranking by WalletHub was not pulled out of thin air; it's based on rigorous criteria that span four dimensions, employment, economy, quality of life, and health, comparing the 100 most populous cities in the United States across 19 distinct indicators that include but are not limited to veteran unemployment and income growth, housing affordability, the number of homeless veterans, not mention access to top-notch health care facilities and VA benefits.
Mayor Yemi Mobolade expressed his pride in a statement, "This ranking is an affirmation of what we know about Colorado Springs; that we are one of the top military and veteran communities in the nation," Mayor Mobolade told the City of Colorado Springs. He further expressed his dedication to ensuring the city remains a leading choice for veterans, stating, "My promise as mayor is to continue making our city one of the very best places in America for veterans and those who stood beside them."
Colorado Springs is home to a whopping 100,000 veterans, who are deeply integrated within the community, embodying roles as neighbors, entrepreneurs, and community leaders. Their contribution was hailed by Bob McLaughlin, executive director at Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center, who noted, "In Colorado Springs, we believe every Veteran deserves a place where their service is honored and their transition is supported," as per the City of Colorado Springs. This sentiment portrayed an image of a community that doesn't just pay lip service to its veterans but actually rolls up its sleeves to support their transition and integration, and he told the City of Colorado Springs, "Veterans who live here are welcomed - and empowered to thrive."
