1. Families Can Grow Together In The Mile High City That Is Miles Ahead
Denver has been growing for years now but it shows no signs of slowing. In January 2015, Forbes listed Denver among the top 10 fastest-growing cities in the country, creating the perfect home for families who are looking to invest in their futures.
2. Denver’s Housing Market Is Stable
The homes in Denver might not be cheap, but at only 4 percent above the
Colorado average, they’re incredibly reasonable. And through the recession, they’ve been able to stay strong and stable.
3. Supporting A Family In Denver Is A Piece Of Cake
Denver’s economy and job market are strong, which takes a load off of your shoulders when you’re trying to support a family. Forbes ranked Denver as number one on their list of Best Places for Business and Careers. And with an incredibly low unemployment rate of 4.2 percent, that’s more than 2 percent under the national average, it’s easy to see why.
4. Denver Provides A Top Notch Education
Before you pick a neighborhood in Denver, make sure you do your research into the school districts. Out of the 174 public and 76 private schools in the city, there are plenty that provide a top education for your children including Challenge School and Denver School of Science and Technology: Stapleton High School among many.
5. Denver Has Many Safe Neighborhoods To Explore
All cities have good and bad areas, but Denver has plenty of the good ones. Areas like Lodo, Central East, Cherry Creek, and Washington Park all boast a crime rate that is 60 percent lower crime rate than the rest of the city.
6. Denver’s Suburbs Give The Best Of Both Worlds
If you’re looking for neighborhood that is outside of the city but still close enough to provide all of the energy and amenities for your family, then Denver’s suburbs are the best place to look. Columbine Valley, Bow Mar, Cherry Hills Village, Broomfield, and Centennial are all ranked with a livability score over 80 out of a possible 100 on
AreaVibes for their desirability and appeal to local families.
7. Denver Is The Ultimate Outdoors City
It’s easy for families to stay active when you live in a place like Mile High City. Running, hiking, cycling, and rock climbing are just a few things you can do this weekend. It’s not uncommon to see people using the steps of Red Rock as their Stairmaster for the perfect Denver backdrop.
8. Denver Has Plenty Of Green Space For Families To Run Free
Kids don’t always need amazing scenery to have fun. Sometimes they just want a playground or a park to stretch their legs. Luckily, Denver has plenty of both including a stellar parks and recreation department.
9. Families Can Have Fun Together While Learning In Denver
Whether you spend the day at the Museum of Natural History and Sciences, the Children’s Museum of Denver, the Denver Art Museum, or the Museum of Contemporary Art Denver, there’s something for everyone of all tastes and ages. Make sure to search for free admission days to get everyone in the family in for a budget-friendly, educational day in Denver.
10. It’s Good To Be A Denver Sports Fan
If you ever hear someone say that Denver has the best sports fans in the country, all you have to do is watch a game to verify. Any game. The Colorado Rockies, the Denver Spurs, Denver Nuggets, Colorado Rapids, Colorado Avalanche and, the biggest of all, the Denver Broncos. You won’t need anymore more verification than that. Games are family friendly and a great way to bond, whether you’re in the stadium or watching on game day from home with a big pot of green chili.
11. The Denver Snow Creates Forever Memories
While most people are busy complaining about the snow in the wintertime, the outdoor loving people of Denver are busy making lemonade slushies. Averaging over 53 inches of snow every year, the slopes of Denver are famous but kids can and do enjoy them just as much as adults do. So grab a tube and head up to the highest hill you can find when it snows because you’re still expected to play outside to take full advantage of each of Denver’s 300 annual days of sunshine.
12. Denver Gets Wild
You don’t have to climb the Rockies to find the wildlife in Denver. It’s all over the place and in the most family-friendly and super-safe ways. The Denver Zoo is a great way to spend the afternoon, along with The Wildlife Experience Museum, The Wild Animal Sanctuary, The Butterfly Pavilion and Insect Center, the Downtown Aquarium, and other wildlife and refuge places in the area.
13. Families Can Bond Together With The Community
Grab the kids and a blanket and head to Skyline Park with 300 of your closest neighbors to view a flick at Southwest Movies in the warmer summer months. Or get moving at the SoundDown Party every spring.
14. Holidays Are More Memorable In Denver
Blossoms of Light at Denver Botanical Gardens brings the holidays to life with a spectacular array of festivities and decorations to help remind you that the most stressful time of the year is also the most joyous.
15. Denver’s Farmers Market Make It Easy To Eat Fresh
Whether you’re stocking up on fresh produce for the week or trying to beat the heat with some AikoPops, the farmer’s markets in Denver provide a good and tasty time for everyone, giving parents an affordable way to keep the family diet healthful.
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