Cities & Towns in Jefferson County, CO
Jefferson County, county in Colorado, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 583,283 inhabitants. The county was created 163 years ago in 1861. Its county seat is Golden.
There are 14 city/town in Jefferson County, CO. The largest city of Jefferson County is Lakewood with a population of 157,429. Other cities include, Arvada population 121,936, Ken Caryl population 32,438, Wheat Ridge population 31,857, Columbine population 24,280
Lakewood
Lakewood, The fifth most populous city in Colorado.
Arvada
Arvada, The second most populous city in Jefferson County, Colorado.
Ken Caryl
Ken Caryl, Census-designated place in Jefferson County, Colorado
Nestled against the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, Jefferson County is one of the most populous counties in Colorado. While much of the county is suburban sprawl outside of Denver, several distinct cities and towns within Jefferson County have vibrant downtowns, rich history, and plenty of activities for residents and visitors alike.
Golden, the Jefferson County seat, is best known as the home of the Coors Brewing Company and the Colorado School of Mines. Its charming downtown is filled with restaurants, shops, and craft breweries. Nearby Arvada also has a quaint downtown historic district and numerous community parks. Wheat Ridge serves as a residential suburb but also boasts a charming old-fashioned downtown with local shops and eateries. And Lakewood, the most populous city in Jefferson County, offers diverse neighborhoods and a lively arts and culture scene.
To the west, mountain towns like Evergreen, Conifer, and Morrison provide a rustic, small-town feel with plenty of hiking trails and mountain scenery. And in the south, Littleton contains historic districts and a popular main street area.
With its mix of urban/suburban metro areas and rural mountain towns, Jefferson County offers a sampling of all that Colorado has to offer within its borders. The unique cities and towns each contribute to the county's economic vitality, natural beauty, and cultural heritage.
All Jefferson County Cities (Aphebetical)
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Jefferson County.
| City Name | Title | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Applewood | Census designated place | 7,160 |
| Arvada | The second most populous city in Jefferson County, Colorado. | 121,936 |
| Columbine | School shooting at Columbine High School in Columbine, Colorado, United States on 20 April 1999 | 24,280 |
| Edgewater | Human settlement in Jefferson County, Colorado, United States of America | 5,393 |
| Evergreen | County seat of Conecuh County, Alabama, United States | 3,944 |
| Genesee | City in Idaho | 3,609 |
| Golden | County seat of Jefferson County, Colorado, United States | 20,347 |
| Ken Caryl | Census-designated place in Jefferson County, Colorado | 32,438 |
| Kittredge | Census-designated place in Jefferson County, Colorado | 1,304 |
| Lakeside | Town in Jefferson County, Colorado, United States | 8 |
| Lakewood | The fifth most populous city in Colorado. | 157,429 |
| Morrison | Municipality in Colorado, United States | 430 |
| Mountain View | Town in Jefferson County, Colorado, USA | 549 |
| Wheat Ridge | City in Colorado, USA | 31,857 |
