Denver, Colorado
Quick Statistics
Denver is a community in Denver County, Colorado, home to about 718,877 people spread across 153.1 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $56,905 a year, and a typical home is worth about $616,000. About 61.8% of adults hold a college degree, and 91.4% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 20 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Colorado towns GeoStat tracks, Denver ranks number 1 of 472 in population, number 152 in median household income, number 122 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Denver typically top out near 90°F in July, while January nights average about 18°F. The area sees roughly 49 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Glendale, CO | 5.0 mi. | 4,531 |
| 2. | Derby, CO | 5.8 mi. | 8,453 |
| 3. | North Washington, CO | 6.1 mi. | 294 |
| 4. | Holly Hills, CO | 6.9 mi. | 2,572 |
| 5. | Welby, CO | 7.0 mi. | 16,197 |
| 6. | Twin Lakes, CO | 7.8 mi. | 8,030 |
| 7. | Sherrelwood, CO | 8.3 mi. | 18,692 |
| 8. | Berkley, CO | 8.4 mi. | 10,789 |
What is the population of Denver, Colorado?
Denver has a population of about 718,877 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Denver, Colorado in?
Denver is located in Denver County, Colorado.
What is the median home value in Denver, Colorado?
The median home value in Denver is about $616,000, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Denver, Colorado?
The median personal income in Denver is about $56,905 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Denver, Colorado?
Since 1950, 20 tornadoes have been recorded in Denver County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Denver, Colorado?
Typical July highs run about 90 degrees and January lows about 18 degrees, with around 49 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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