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Denver, CO

Denver is a consolidated city and county, the capital, and most populous city of the U.S. state of Colorado. Its population was 715,522 at the 2020 census, a 19.22% increase since 2010. It is the 19th-most populous city in the United States and the fifth-most populous state capital. It is the principal city of the Denver–Aurora–Lakewood metropolitan statistical area, the most populous metropolitan statistical area in Colorado, and the first city of the Front Range Urban Corridor.

Denver is in the western United States, in the South Platte River Valley on the western edge of the High Plains just east of the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains. Its downtown district is immediately east of the confluence of Cherry Creek and the South Platte River, about 12 miles (19 kilometers) east of the foothills of the Rocky Mountains. It is named after James W. Denver, a governor of the Kansas Territory. It is nicknamed the Mile High City because its official elevation is exactly one mile (5280 feet or 1609.344 meters) above sea level. The 105th meridian west of Greenwich, the longitudinal reference for the Mountain Time Zone, passes directly through Denver Union Station.

Denver is in the center of the Front Range Urban Corridor, between the Rocky Mountains to the west and the High Plains to the east. Its topography consists of plains in the city center with hilly areas to the north, west, and south. At the 2020 United States Census, the City and County of Denver had an area of 99,025 acres (400.739 km2), including 1,057 acres (4.276 km2) of water. The City and County of Denver is surrounded by three other counties: Adams County to the north and east, Arapahoe County to the south and east, and Jefferson County to the west.

Denver's nickname is the "Mile-High City", as its official elevation is one mile (5,280 ft) above sea level, defined by the elevation of the spot of a benchmark on the steps of the State Capitol building. The elevation of the entire city ranges from 5,130 to 5,690 feet (1,560 to 1,730 m). Denver lies 750 miles (1,200 km) from the nearest point of the Gulf of California, the nearest ocean to the city.

Health and wellness is important to the residents of Denver. The Broadmoor Spa is located at the renowned Broadmoor resort; this spa offers luxurious treatments in a beautiful setting. The Spa at St Julien provides a range of services including massages, facials, and body treatments. The Ritz-Carlton Spa is a luxurious spa located in downtown Denver, offering a wide range of treatments and services. The Spa at Vail Athletic Club offers a serene escape with mountain views and a variety of treatments. The Peaks Resort & Spa is situated in Telluride; this spa combines luxury with the natural beauty of the surrounding mountains. The Lodge at Vail Spa located in Vail Village, this spa offers a range of treatments including massages, facials, and body wraps.

Top sites in Denver CO are Denver Art Museum, Denver Botanic Gardens, and Denver Museum of Nature & Science.

Population: 729,019 (2024). Zip code: 80219. Area codes: 303, 720, 983. Elevation: 5,276′. Area: 400.739 km2

FAQs

Is Denver, CO expensive to live in?

The cost of living in Denver, CO is 4% higher than the state average and 11% higher than the national average. Denver, CO housing is 31% more expensive than the U.S. average, while utilities are about 16% less pricey. When it comes to necessities such as food and clothing, groceries are around 6% more in Denver, CO than in the rest of the country, while clothing costs around 6% more.

Is Denver CO a good place to live?

Denver, Colorado, is often considered a desirable place to live for many reasons. It boasts a thriving economy, a diverse cultural scene, access to outdoor recreation in the nearby Rocky Mountains, and a generally high quality of life. The city has many urban and natural attractions, a strong job market, and a growing population.

Is 100k a good salary in Denver, CO?

Denver ranked as the 12th most expensive city. All of the cities that were more expensive than Denver were near the east and west coasts, and eight of them were in California. According to the study, Denverites who make $100,000 end up bringing home about $74,298 in net income after taxes.
 

Sources

City and County of Denver

Wikipedia

The Broadmoor Spa

The Spa at St Julien

The Ritz-Carlton Spa

The Spa at Vail Athletic Club

The Peaks Resort & Spa

The Lodge at Vail Spa

Denver Art Museum

Denver Botanic Gardens

Denver Museum of Nature & Science

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