Why is Denver such a hot spot to move to? U.S. News published this and “analyzed 150 metro areas in the United States to find the best places to live based on quality of life and the job market in each metro area, as well as the value of living there and people’s desire to live there.” For the best places to retire to Denver ranked 133 and 55th in best places to live.
What is the magic you ask?
The Centennial State is exotic and alluring. The weather is amazing and the people welcoming. That’s not even mentioning the mountains, which are majestic and make an ever-fantastic back drop to the beautiful city. Part of the magic is that there is something fun to do all year long. Spring festivals, hiking, skiing in winter months, access to the 14ers summits. The state appeals to all ages with many different options.
Fitness is a true Colorado culture. Many surrounding cities regularly make the top ten list for healthiest cities in the nation. If you live somewhere else, Denver is perceived to be forever snowy but to the contrary. The weather is really awesome. Though snow is a selling point, the varied weather patterns are fun and make life interesting. Warm at 75 one day then snowy and back to spring with tulips emerging from the blanket of snow.
With over 300 days of sunshine and low humidity, the temperatures can drop quickly due to the high altitude. Mile High City was named appropriately and provides an endless list of entertainment for all ages and provides a solid work-life balance for all.
Another plus for families and active adults is Colorado’s 14.5 million acres of public lands. A year-round active lifestyle is definitely the magic card. Denver’s thriving food scene matches well, hand in hand with the arts, sports and culture this city is all about.
What About Economics?
According to the Denver Post, Colorado’s job growth is the “strongest and most consistent” it’s been since the mid-1990s. The Denver Business Journal reports that new research shows Colorado cities economic growth exploded during the last decade.
As industries continue steady growth, construction is at an all time high. Executive confidence has driven more companies to the Denver area. From the Denver Location Guide, “An interesting fact that attributes to the overall economic growth in Colorado is the amount of new companies planting their feet in the ground. The Colorado Secretary of State reported that in the first quarter of 2017 the state had 32,450 new business filings. This is a 31% increase from the prior year. The U.S. Chamber of Commerce even touts that Colorado ranks 3rd in the U.S. for startups.”
So what pulls all this good stuff together is the fact that he Denver area economy is in phenomenal shape with a labor force of 1,649,882 and a median income level of $60,260. Colorado is the nation’s second-most highly educated state for residents with roughly 39.2% of the people having earned their bachelor’s degree or higher.
It’s a Wrap
Now that we have pointed out all the reasons Denver might make the perfect place to move to, come and see for yourself. You might be surprised to learn it’s a perfect fit. Contact the experts at Katchen Company, who are respected team players that will complement your buying experience. We understand how important it is to find the right home that will thrill you and your family. We trust you will find a real estate agent who is market savvy, specialists who totally understand the area inside and out. You definitely deserve the Katchen Company experience
