Centennial, Colorado

Centennial: The second most populous city in Arapahoe County, Colorado. It is located in the Denver metropolitan area. Centennial is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Centennial Center for the Arts and the Centennial Museum.

About

Centennial is a city located in the county of Arapahoe in the U.S. state of Colorado. Its population at the 2010 census was 100,377. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 110,156 inhabitants.

The city was created 23 years ago in 2000.

Centennial is a city located in Arapahoe County, Colorado, part of the Denver metropolitan area. With a population of over 110,000, it is the tenth-largest municipality in the state.

Incorporation

Centennial was incorporated in 2001, making it Colorado’s newest municipality. It encompasses portions of former unincorporated Arapahoe County, including neighborhoods like Southglenn and Greenwood Village.

Economy

Major employers include the healthcare and aerospace industries, along with retail and technology companies. Centennial offers proximity to Denver and access to a highly educated, skilled workforce. The city has been named one of the top “Best Places to Live” by Money magazine.

Things to Do

Popular attractions include the DeKoevend Park and Amphitheater, Family Sports Center, and South Platte River trails. The Streets at Southglenn is a major shopping and entertainment district. There are also golf courses, recreation centers, performing arts venues, and more.

Real Estate

Housing ranges from affordable apartments to luxury executive homes. Centennial is known for its quality public schools, low crime rates, and family-friendly amenities, which draw many residents to the area. Home values typically experience steady appreciation over time.

With its scenic views of the Front Range, excellent services and schools, and abundant recreation options, Centennial offers an outstanding quality of life. The city blends vibrant new development with touches of Colorado’s western heritage.

Centennial locator map
Location of Centennial on Colorado map.

Quick Facts about Centennial

Population : 110,156 (2020)
Country : United States of America
State : Colorado (United States)
County : Arapahoe County
Water as percent of area : 0.51%
Land as percent of area : 99.49%
Altitude : 5,830 feet / 1777 meters
Establishment : January 01, 2001 (23 years ago)
Time Zone : UTC−07:00, Mountain Time Zone
Local time : 17:13:27 (28th March 2024)
Population growth : 8.88% (2010-2020)
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Centennial Colorado
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Geography

Centennial is located at 39°34'45"N 104°52'37"W (39.5791600, -104.8769200).

Centennial map

Demographics

The population of Centennial increased by 8.88% in 10 years.

Year Population % Change Method
2010 100,377 - census
2011 102,508 2.08% estimation process
2012 104,249 1.67% estimation process
2013 106,634 2.24% estimation process
2014 107,438 0.75% estimation process
2015 109,120 1.54% estimation process
2016 109,735 0.56% estimation process
2017 110,388 0.59% estimation process
2018 110,814 0.38% estimation process
2019 110,937 0.11% estimation process
2020 110,156 -0.71% estimation process

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Schools in Centennial

College & universities near Centennial, CO

Code Name City ZIP
484640 University of Phoenix-Colorado Lone Tree (CO) 80124
480790 Rocky Vista University Parker (CO) 80134
466161 National American University-Centennial Centennial (CO) 80122-3157
491792 Stacey James Institute Parker (CO) 80134-3358
260813 Platt College-Aurora Aurora (CO) 80014-3141

Stations (12)

Amtrak & bus stations near Centennial, CO

Code Name Address Type
DEB Denver (Bus Station), Colorado 1055 19th Street BUS
DEN Union Station 1701 Wynkoop Street RAIL
PJT Pine Junction, CO 76 Mount Evans Boulevard BUS
BLD Boulder, Colorado 30th & Diagonal Highway BUS
LGM Longmont, Colorado 623 Main St. BUS

Post offices near Centennial

Post Office Name City ZIP
Greenwood Villag Post Office Greenwood Village (CO) 80112
Highlands Ranch Post Office Highlands Ranch (CO) 80130
Centennial Post Office Centennial (CO) 80122
Sullivan Post Office Denver (CO) 80237
Tower Post Office Aurora (CO) 80015

Other places with the same name (2)

Other cities in Arapahoe County

Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Arapahoe County , CO.

City Name Population Title
Littleton 46,000 A city in Arapahoe County, Colorado.
Southglenn 42,268 Neighborhood in Centennial, Colorado, United States
Englewood 35,099 City in Bergen County, New Jersey, United States
Castlewood 25,271 City in Hamlin County, South Dakota, United States
Greenwood Village 14,907 City in Colorado
Cherry Hills Village 6,620 City in Colorado, United States
Sheridan 6,027 City in State of Colorado, United States
Glendale 5,102 City in Colorado
Columbine Valley 1,508 City in Arapahoe County, Colorado, United States of America
Byers 1,160 City in Arapahoe County, Colorado, United States
Bow Mar 947 Town of the United States
Deer Trail 856 City in Arapahoe County, Colorado, United States of America
Foxfield 771 City in Arapahoe County, Colorado, United States of America

Distance to Other Cities

Centennial distances to largest Colorado cities