### Colorado Springs Earns Top 5 National Ranking as Best City for Veterans

**COLORADO SPRINGS, CO** – Ahead of Veterans Day, Colorado Springs has received national recognition for its commitment to military service members, earning the #5 spot on WalletHub’s annual “Best & Worst Places for Veterans to Live” list. The ranking, which analyzed the nation’s 100 most populous cities, highlights the city’s robust job market, high quality of life, and accessible services for its large veteran population.

The comprehensive study by the personal finance company WalletHub compared cities across 19 key indicators of veteran-friendliness. These metrics were grouped into four primary dimensions: employment, economy, quality of life, and health. Colorado Springs’ high placement is a direct reflection of its strong performance across these critical areas, affirming its long-standing reputation as a military-friendly community.

For city leaders and service organizations, the ranking is a welcome validation of ongoing efforts to support the estimated 100,000 veterans who call Colorado Springs home.

“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,” said Mayor Yemi Mobolade. “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.”

The sentiment is shared by those on the front lines of veteran support. Bob McLaughlin, executive director at Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center, emphasized the community-wide culture of respect and assistance that defines the city.

“In Colorado Springs, we believe every Veteran deserves a place where their service is honored and their transition is supported,” McLaughlin stated. “Veterans who live here are welcomed – and empowered to thrive.”

This top-tier ranking places Colorado Springs among the nation’s elite cities for those who have served, underscoring a community-wide dedication to ensuring a successful and supported life after military service.