Arvada, Colorado
Arvada: The second most populous city in Jefferson County, Colorado.
About
Arvada is a city located in the county of Jefferson in the U.S. state of Colorado. Its population at the 2010 census was 106,433. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 121,936 inhabitants.
The city was created 167 years ago in 1858.
Arvada is a suburban city located northwest of Denver in Jefferson and Adams counties, Colorado. With over 120,000 residents, it is the seventh most populous city in the state.
History
Arvada was established in 1870 with the discovery of gold. It was named after Hiram Arvada Haskin, a pioneer settler. The city grew steadily as a mining settlement and agricultural community.
Notable events include the establishment of the Olde Town Arvada historic district in the early 1900s and the opening of the Denver-Arvada Tramway streetcar in 1908. Arvada officially incorporated as a city in 1904.
Economy
Arvada has seen rapid growth in recent decades as a Denver suburb. Major employers include Lockheed Martin, Molson Coors Beverage Company, Charles Schwab, and Jefferson County Public Schools.
Other major industries are tourism, renewable energy, engineering, manufacturing, healthcare, and retail. Arvada residents also have excellent access to employment in Denver.
Attractions
Popular attractions include Olde Town Arvada's quaint shops and restaurants, the new Memorial Park, hiking at Apex Park, the Majestic View Nature Center, and the Red Rocks Amphitheatre just west in Morrison.
Arvada also hosts events like the Arvada Harvest Festival & Parade, weekly Farmer's Market, and Ales for Rails Craft Beer Festival. Five golf courses provide recreation including the Raven at Three Peaks Golf Club.
With plentiful parks, mountain views, historic sites, and a charming downtown – Arvada offers suburban convenience near Denver while preserving its own unique community identity and appeal.
Quick Facts about Arvada
| Population | 121,936 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Colorado (United States) |
| County | Jefferson County |
| Phone Area Codes | 303 |
| Official name | Arvada |
| Water as percent of area | 1.73% |
| Land as percent of area | 98.27% |
| Latitude & Longitude | 39.8028,-105.0875 |
| Altitude | 5,348 feet / 1630 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1859 (167 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Mountain Time Zone |
| Local time | 15:48:34 (22nd April 2026) |
| Postal code | 80002 |
| Population growth | 12.71% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 54℉ Partly Cloudy 7-days weather |
Geography
Arvada is located at 39°48'10"N 105°5'15"W (39.8027600, -105.0874800).
Arvada map
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Weather
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Demographics
The population of Arvada increased by 12.71% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 106,433 | - | census |
| 2011 | 108,084 | 1.53% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 110,229 | 1.95% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 111,872 | 1.47% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 113,692 | 1.6% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 115,406 | 1.49% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 117,710 | 1.96% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 118,950 | 1.04% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 120,421 | 1.22% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 121,272 | 0.7% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 121,936 | 0.54% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Arvada
1City of Arvada
8101 Ralston Rd, Arvada, CO 80002 View details
Phone: +17208987000 | Website available
2Arvada Risk Management
8101 Ralston Rd, Arvada, CO 80002 View details
Phone: +17208987590 | Website available
3City and Community of Arvada
8101 Ralston Rd, Arvada, CO 80002 View details
Phone: +17208987000 | Website available
4City of Arvada Parks Department
6161 Wadsworth Blvd, Arvada, CO 80003 View details
Phone: +17208987410 | Website available
People born in Arvada (21)
People born in Arvada, including professional ice hockey player Steve Quailer, stuntwoman, jockey Alice Van-Springsteen, football player Brad Pyatt, .
More notable people
- Erika Sutton (American soccer player) she was born in 04/02/1987
- Greg Brown (Football coach) he was born in 10/10/1957
- Joel Klatt (College football analyst) he was born in 04/02/1982
- Katee Doland (American model) she was born in 01/01/1980
- Rick Carelli (American stock car racing driver) he was born in 09/11/1955
- Joe DeCamillis (American football coach) he was born in 29/06/1965
- Pierce Johnson (American baseball player) he was born in 10/05/1991
- Brian Lee (All-American football player, defensive back) he was born in 23/01/1975
- Dan Skipper (American football player) he was born in 20/09/1994
- Damen Marcu (American footballer) he was born in 18/02/1999
- Joe Carter
- Joseph Wall (American basketball player (1989-)) he was born in 12/09/1989
- Lawrence Lotito (American business owner, meteorologist, and USAF major) he was born in 10/05/1921
- Jobi Wall (American basketball player (1989-)) he was born in 12/09/1989
- Isaac Cowles (American soccer player) he was born in 18/04/1990
- Andrew Wingard (American football safety) he was born in 05/12/1996
- Jordan Holloway (US professional baseball pitcher born 1996) he was born in 13/06/1996
- Max Borghi (American football running back)
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Arvada, CO. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 476586 | College of International Esthetics Inc | Arvada (CO) | 80002-3754 |
| 127918 | Regis University | Denver (CO) | 80221-1099 |
| 479983 | Elevate Salon Institute-Westminster | Westminster (CO) | 80031 |
| 126784 | Colorado School of Trades | Lakewood (CO) | 80215-2996 |
| 127945 | Rocky Mountain College of Art and Design | Lakewood (CO) | 80214 |
Nearby Transit Stations (12)
Rail and bus stations connected to Arvada, CO. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| DEN | Union Station | 1701 Wynkoop Street | RAIL |
| DEB | Denver (Bus Station), Colorado | 1055 19th Street | BUS |
| BLD | Boulder, Colorado | 30th & Diagonal Highway | BUS |
| LGM | Longmont, Colorado | 623 Main St. | BUS |
| PJT | Pine Junction, CO | 76 Mount Evans Boulevard | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Arvada.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Arvada Post Office | Arvada (CO) | 80004 |
| Wheat Ridg Post Office | Wheat Ridge (CO) | 80033 |
| Indian Tr Post Office | Arvada (CO) | 80003 |
| Al Post Office | Denver (CO) | 80212 |
| Harris Park Post Office | Westminster (CO) | 80030 |
Other cities in Jefferson County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Jefferson County , CO.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Lakewood | 157,429 | The fifth most populous city in Colorado. |
| Ken Caryl | 32,438 | Census-designated place in Jefferson County, Colorado |
| Wheat Ridge | 31,857 | City in Colorado, USA |
| Columbine | 24,280 | School shooting at Columbine High School in Columbine, Colorado, United States on 20 April 1999 |
| Golden | 20,347 | County seat of Jefferson County, Colorado, United States |
| Applewood | 7,160 | Census designated place |
| Edgewater | 5,393 | Human settlement in Jefferson County, Colorado, United States of America |
| Evergreen | 3,944 | County seat of Conecuh County, Alabama, United States |
| Genesee | 3,609 | City in Idaho |
| Kittredge | 1,304 | Census-designated place in Jefferson County, Colorado |
| Mountain View | 549 | Town in Jefferson County, Colorado, USA |
| Morrison | 430 | Municipality in Colorado, United States |
| Lakeside | 8 | Town in Jefferson County, Colorado, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Arvada distances to largest Colorado cities