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Commerce City, CO

The City of Commerce City is a home rule municipality located in Adams County, Colorado, United States. The city population was 62,418 at the 2020 United States Census, a 35.95% increase since the 2010 United States Census. Commerce City is the 18th most populous municipality in Colorado. Commerce City is located north of Denver and is a part of the Denver–Aurora–Lakewood, CO Metropolitan Statistical Area, and the Front Range Urban Corridor. Commerce City is a mixed residential and industrial community that is known for an oil refinery with a capacity of 90,000 barrels per day (14,000 m3/d), operated by Suncor. Dick's Sporting Goods Park, a soccer stadium in Commerce City, hosts the Colorado Rapids of Major League Soccer.

Several towns were founded in this part of Adams County in the 19th century. Derby, a Burlington Railroad station in 1887, was laid out as a town in 1889, although it was largely vacated by 1891. Irondale was first settled in 1889, named after a foundry that was opened that year. It was incorporated as the town of Irondale in 1924, but unincorporated in the 1930s due to increasing vacancy. Meanwhile, Adams City was laid out in 1903, with developers hoping the county seat would be established there; however, Brighton was elected county seat in 1904 and Adams City was vacated in 1922.

Until the late 1920s, the area was devoted to agriculture, including wheat fields, dairies, and pig farms. The industry moved in, with a refinery established in 1930 and grain elevators built in the late 1930s. Rocky Mountain Arsenal was founded in 1942 due east of the growing community.

In 1946 and 1947, Adams County School District 14 was formed from surrounding schools, and Adams City was redeveloped about that time. In 1951, as Denver was considering annexing the area, a plan to incorporate all of southern Adams County was developed. In July 1952, area residents voted 251 to 24 to incorporate Commerce Town, comprising neighborhoods such as Rose Hill and southern Adams City. Commerce Town annexed part of Derby in 1962, increasing the population over fourfold, enough for the town to gain the status of a city. The city name was duly changed to Commerce City. In April 2007, the citizens of Commerce City voted more than 2:1 to retain their city's name.

Commerce City, Colorado, recognized for its distinctive geographic and developmental areas, comprises the core city—often referred to as the heart of Commerce City—and the expansive Northern Range, also known as Commerce City North Mayor Steve Douglas's administration acknowledges these two distinct regions, emphasizing a strategic approach to development that addresses their unique characteristics and potential. This recognition is instrumental in guiding the city's growth and development initiatives, aiming for balanced and inclusive advancement across both areas.

Commerce City is located at 39°50′27″N 104°54′4″W (39.840735, -104.901139). At the 2020 United States Census, the city had a total area of 23,295 acres (94.273 km2), including 254 acres (1.027 km2) of water.

Health and wellness are very important to the residents of Commerce City. There are different centers and programs offered to them. The Lodge at Vail Spa located in Vail Village, this spa offers a range of treatments including massages, facials, and body wraps. The Oxford Club Spa is a downtown Denver spa offering a range of treatments and wellness services. BoulderCentre for Orthopedics & Spine offers physical therapy services to address musculoskeletal issues and sports injuries. Vitality Physical Therapy provides personalized physical therapy programs for a wide range of conditions, including chronic pain management. Spa Week offers a range of massage therapies along with other spa services such as facials and body treatments. Woodhouse Day Spa provides a luxurious spa experience including a variety of massage options like Swedish massage, deep tissue massage, and hot stone massage.
 

Top Sites in Commerce City, CO: Dick’s Sporting Goods Park, The 88 Drive-In Theatre, and Barr Lake State Park.
 

Population: 66,115 (2022). Elevation: 5,164′. ZIP Codes: 80022 & 80037 (PO Box). Area code(s): 303 and 720. Area: 23,295 acres (94.273 km2).
 

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What is Commerce City, CO known for?

As one of the state’s fastest-growing communities, Commerce City is redefining itself for the next generation, building on historic values of community, industry, agriculture, and family. It’s a safe, diverse, and welcoming community with 25 miles of trails, a championship golf course, 840 acres of open space and parks, 1,300 thriving businesses, one of the country’s largest soccer complexes, and the nation’s largest urban wildlife refuge.

Is it expensive to live in Commerce City, CO?

Living in Commerce City, CO is expensive compared to the average across the US. The median house value in Commerce City, CO is $506,000 which is more than 50% above the US average of $338,100. Additionally, the Cost of Living in Commerce City, CO is 121.7 which is roughly 21% higher than the US average of 100. These factors make living in Commerce City an expensive endeavor for individuals and families who are considering making this their home.

What is the crime rate in Commerce City, Colorado?

With a crime rate of 45 per one thousand residents, Commerce City has one of the highest crime rates in America compared to all communities of all sizes - from the smallest towns to the very largest cities. One's chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime here is one in 22. Within Colorado, more than 92% of the communities have a lower crime rate than Commerce City.

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Best Places

The Lodge at Vail Spa

The Oxford Club Spa

BoulderCentre for Orthopedics & Spine

Vitality Physical Therapy

Spa Week

Woodhouse Day Spa

Dick’s Sporting Goods Park 

The 88 Drive-In Theatre 

Barr Lake State Park

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