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Arvada, CO

Arvada is a home rule municipality located in Jefferson and Adams counties, Colorado, United States. The city population was 124,402 in the 2020 United States Census, with 121,510 residing in Jefferson County and 2,892 residing in Adams County. Arvada is the seventh most populous city in Colorado. The city is a part of the Denver–Aurora–Lakewood, CO Metropolitan Statistical Area and the Front Range Urban Corridor. The Olde Town Arvada historic district is 7 miles (11 km) northwest of the Colorado State Capitol in Denver.

In 1870, the Colorado Central Railroad laid tracks through the area on its route from Golden to link up with the Kansas Pacific Railroad and the Denver Pacific Railroad at Jersey Junction, 3 miles (5 km) north of Denver. On December 1, 1870, Benjamin F. Wadsworth and Louis A. Reno platted the Ralston Point townsite along the railroad. To avoid confusion with other communities along Ralston Creek, Ralston Point was soon renamed Arvada in honor of Hiram Arvada Haskin, brother-in-law of settler Mary Wadsworth. Her husband, Benjamin Wadsworth, became the first postmaster of Arvada. Colorado was granted statehood on August 1, 1876, and the Town of Arvada was formally incorporated on August 14, 1904. A vibrant agricultural community, Arvada was once known as the "Celery Capital of the World."

At the 2020 United States Census, the city had a total area of 25,325 acres (102.485 km2), including 422 acres (1.709 km2) of water.

As of the census of 2010, there were 106,433 people, 42,701 households, and 28,927 families residing in the city. The population density was 3,028.1 inhabitants per square mile (1,169.2/km2). There were 44,427 housing units at an average density of 1,216.7 per square mile (469.8/km2) with a median value of $240,000. The racial makeup of the city was 89.08% White, 0.9% African American, 0.8% Native American, 2.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 3.5% from other races, and 2.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 13.7% of the population.

Arvada offers various health and wellness facilities and programs to its residents. Children's Hospital Colorado in Aurora specializes in pediatric care and is affiliated with the University of Colorado School of Medicine. AllHealth Network offers behavioral health services, including addiction treatment, therapy, and counseling. Colorado Rehabilitation & Occupational Medicine provides services for individuals recovering from injuries, surgeries, and chronic pain conditions. Pinnacle Chiropractic & Spinal Rehab Center offers chiropractic adjustments, spinal decompression therapy, and rehabilitation services. Vital Root Massage focuses on therapeutic massage techniques to relieve pain, reduce stress, and improve overall well-being. Spavia Day Spa offers customized massages along with spa treatments like facials and body wraps.

Top Sites in Arvada, CO: Cussler Museum, Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities, and Apex Center. 

Population: 121,581 (2022). Elevation: 5,453′. ZIP codes: 80001-80007 and 80403. Area codes: 303/720/983. Area: 25,325 acres (102.485 km2).
 

FAQs

Is Arvada Colorado a good place to live?

From its rugged beauty to its projected job growth rates, Arvada residents enjoy an exceptional quality of life. Those who move to Arvada will always be just doorsteps from stunning national parks, big-city amenities, and some of the nation's best hiking trails. With easy access to Denver and Boulder, Arvada residents have everything they need to enjoy an amazing quality of life in one of the country's most desirable metropolitan areas.

What is the cost of living in Arvada, CO?

To live comfortably in Arvada, Colorado, a minimum annual income of $108,720 for a family, and $63,200 for a single person is recommended. Arvada offers a fairly reasonable cost of living with an average median home price of $370,000 and rent for a one-bedroom apartment costing around $1070 per month. Public transportation is reasonable at three dollars per ride, and utility fees are also quite reasonable; you can expect to pay an average monthly electric bill of around eighty-five dollars.

What is Arvada, Colorado famous for?

Arvada’s rich history begins before Colorado's statehood in 1876 and includes the first discovery of the precious metal that started the Gold Rush in the West. It's also known for the development of the Colorado Central Railroad and was indeed an agricultural hub known for, you guessed it . . . celery! In June of 1850, Lewis Ralston made the first documented discovery of gold as he panned in Clear Creek.

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Best Places

Children's Hospital Colorado in Aurora

AllHealth Network

Colorado Rehabilitation & Occupational Medicine

Pinnacle Chiropractic & Spinal Rehab Center

Vital Root Massage

Spavia Day Spa

Cussler Museum

Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities

Apex Center

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