2023 Best Cities to Live in the Denver Area

• City in Colorado

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  Rating 4.04 out of 5  344 reviews

Niche User: As a college student from a small town, Boulder is a very nice area to be! I enjoy the nightlife, although make sure to stay away from The Hill area if you are not fond of loud sounds and lots of people during the night. Because Boulder is a college town there are lots of students running around doing whatever they want. If you look past that though, Boulder is incredibly beautiful and there are lots of places you can go inside the community to get away from obnoxious people. I love it here and find there are so many opportunities and things to do as a young person!... Read 344 reviews

• grade A

• grade A

• Population 104,930

• City in Colorado

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  Rating 4.24 out of 5  1,157 reviews

Current Resident: Denver is a fantastic, fun, and youthful city. There are lots of things to do for those who prefer a more urban environment and also for those who enjoy the outdoors. Denver is a great place to live and work and play. The housing market has gotten tight in Denver and cost of living is slow to keep up. Policymakers in Denver seem relatively uncorrupt.... Read 1,157 reviews

• grade A minus

• grade B minus

• Population 706,799

• City in Colorado

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  Rating 3.98 out of 5  497 reviews

Current Resident: Lakewood, Colorado is nestled in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains on the west and extends nearly to the I-25 corridor on the east. At an elevation of 5,518 feet above sea level, it's unique location makes access to either the mountains or downtown Denver just minutes away! Lakewood students and parents enjoy the benefits of the award-winning Jefferson County School District. Outdoor enthusiasts appreicate the mulittide of paved and dirt hiking / biking / equestrian trails. Red Rocks Amphitheater in neighboring Morrison, Colorado hosts the musical legends of current and past genres, in addition to yoga events, outdoor movies and beer festivals, just to name a few. I'm proud to say Lakewood, Colorado is my home!... Read 497 reviews

• grade B+

• grade A minus

• Population 155,608

• City in Colorado

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  Rating 3.97 out of 5  674 reviews

Current Resident: I love Aurora! I've lived here for about 10 years and it's treated me so well. The community is very friendly and everything needed is so near by. Areas are very clean and maintained. I enjoyed the public schools here, even though the safety isn't the best in them. I wish mental health was advocated more all around, and wish they weren't so harsh and strict on students. Some rules have gotten very excessive. Otherwise they're great with student involvement, courses and events. There are activities around the area too but not many. There are sport leagues and clubs for young ones.Again, neighbors are friendly as their pets are very friendly as well. Overall Aurora's great if you get involved!... Read 674 reviews

• grade B

• grade B

• Population 383,496