Colorado Leads the Way With Modernized Christmas Shopping Habit

The holiday season is here in Colorado. Are you done with your holiday shopping? I just wrapped my holiday shopping and I feel like the weight of the world is finally off of my shoulders.

I mixed up my Christmas shopping this year. I did some of my shopping online and I purchased local goods in Old Town Fort Collins. There have been some years when I did all of my shopping online. Last year, I did all of my shopping in person.

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There is a method to the madness for everybody. However, it turns out that most Coloradans are opting for more convenient shopping.

Colorado Is the Top Online Shopper For Holiday Shopping

New research from Loquate has taken search data and pinpointed which states do most of their holiday shopping online. The research concluded that Colorado residents do more of their holiday shopping online than any other state.

The research shows that Coloradans were looking for and purchasing holiday gifts at a higher rate than any other state.

I believe that Coloradans do most of our online shopping because we are busy and we appreciate the convenience. Colorado also happens to be one of the most tech-forward states in the country.

One Thing to Consider Before Shopping Online in Colorado

Online shopping is convenient, however, it is important to note that we are one of the nation's leaders in package theft. 2024 was an especially bad year for package theft in the state in Colorado.

Below you will find a guide that provides tips for ensuring that you receive your online purchases the way you intended.