Destination Denver: Your Guide to Relocating to the Mile High City

Making your next move to the bustling Mile High City of Denver, CO? All My Sons Moving & Storage would love to help you get settled in. 

Just east of the Rocky Mountains and teeming with about 733,000 residents, Denver is the most populated city in Colorado, and if you’re looking to call Denver home you might know why. The Colorado capital boasts booming job markets in aviation, healthcare, and aerospace, one of the most walkable downtown areas in the United States, and breathtaking mountain views across the city.  

New residents to Denver should prepare to pay a high price for abundant natural beauty and endless outdoor recreation. The cost of living in Denver is 10% higher than the national average, and residents of Colorado pay about a 4.4% state income tax as of 2025. Still, if a job opportunity, lifestyle change, or a loved one is calling you to Denver, there’s plenty of reasons to get excited about making Mile High City your home.

Are you gearing up for a life of high adventure in Denver, CO? All My Sons performed roughly 6,500 local moves for individuals, families, and businesses around the bustling Denver metropolitan area in 2025. Allow us to be your guide to the local landscape.

What’s the weather like in Denver? Get ready for low-humidity and about 300 days of sunshine because Denver has a cool semi-arid climate. 

The coldest month of the year tends to be December with an average low of 16°F and an average high of 46°F. The hottest month, July, raises the average low to 56°F and the average high to 88°F.

Denver sees about 14.16 inches of rainfall every year, and the wettest month tends to be May. 

Will you have a white Christmas in Denver? While not impossible, it’s less likely than you might think. Denver has a 37% chance of a snow-white Christmas, or at least one inch of snow on the ground on Christmas Day. 

Is Denver, CO snowy? While Colorado is famous for winter sports and snow-based activities, Denver itself only sees about 56 inches of snowfall every year. You’ll have to climb to a higher elevation at a ski resort at least an hour west of Denver to see the snowfall skyrocket to around 275 inches per year.

The Regional Transportation District (RTD) serves the city of Denver with about 100 bus routes and 10 rail lines.  The RTD operates an ADA complementary paratransit service for persons with disabilities called Access-A-Ride.

However, only about 4.5% of Denver residents commute through public transportation. About 64% of Denver residents commute to work and school by car, and their average commute is about 23 minutes long. If you’re moving from an area with an extensive public transportation system like New York, San Francisco, or Boston, your move to Denver might be the time to invest in a car.

Denver uses a cashless toll system, and if you want to drive on popular highways like E-470, Northwest Parkway, or the CDOT Express Lanes, you should sign up for an ExpressToll tag that enables you to pay the lowest toll rates across Colorado. 

The primary airport serving Denver is the Denver International Airport, and it is located about 20 miles east of Downtown Denver.

Thinking about expanding your education or have teens ready to embark on their first move for college? Half the colleges and universities in Colorado are located in Denver. Here are some of the most prestigious colleges and universities you can find in the city.

• University of Colorado Denver (CU Denver): Boasting more than 150 degree programs and roughly 14,000 undergraduate students enrolled, this public university became an independent institution in 1973. 

• Metropolitan State University of Denver (MSU Denver): This public university is the 3^rd largest higher education institute in Colorado, and about 18,000 total students attend.

• University of Denver (DU): A private research university founded in 1864. About 6,500 undergraduate students enroll for rigorous training in about 100 degree programs.

• Regis University: A private Catholic university founded in 1877 with about 100 degree programs. 

• Community College of Denver (CCD): One of 13 schools in the Colorado Community College System. About 70% of students graduate with no student debt.

New residents of Denver searching for creative energy to feed their souls can drink in all the live music, world-class art, and exceptional performances that Denver has to offer. Here are some of the most incredible arts and culture hotspots to check out when you relocate to Denver.

• The Denver Art Museum: Housing a collection of more than 70,000 unique works from all eras of history and all corners of the world, the Denver Art Museum is an art-lover’s dream to explore.

•  Art District on Santa Fe: This Denver arts district along Santa Fe Drive is home to spellbinding galleries, studios, and theaters. Enjoy monthly First Friday Art Walks.

• Buell Theater: Catch the nation’s most spectacular Broadway performances at this theater with about 2,800 seats.

• Golden Triangle Creative District: Visit museums, galleries, art studios, and a plethora of creative shops in this dynamic Denver neighborhood.

• Clyfford Still Museum: Enjoy over 3,000 works by abstract artist Clyfford Still. This museum holds the largest collection of Clyfford Still’s work in the nation.

Make it the best weekend adventure imaginable, and check out these top attractions in Denver for date nights and family outings.

• Denver Botanic Gardens: This public botanical garden in Cheesman Park contains 23-acres of themed gardens as well as an amphitheater. Get an individual membership for just $80 annually, or bring the whole family for $135 annually.

• Denver Zoo: An 80-acre nonprofit zoo in City Park housing roughly 2,500 animals. Adults get in for $27 and kids under 15 can get in for $19.  

• Rocky Mountain National Park: This incredible outdoor adventure destination is about 55 miles northwest of Denver. Hike, climb, camp, and see thriving wildlife on 415 square miles of beautiful peaks, meadows, and forests.

• Confluence Park: Kayak on the water, play baseball, or picnic along the river in this urban park in Denver’s lower downtown area.

• Denver Museum of Nature and Science: Natural history museum with exhibits ranging from black holes to dinosaur fossils.

Play ball! New sports lovers relocating to Denver can rejoice, there’s a home team to root for almost every major sport there is to play. Here are some of the most prominent teams that make their home in Denver.

• Denver Broncos (NFL): Beloved football team playing from Empower Field at Mile High. Nine primary members are enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

• Denver Nuggets (NBA): The Nuggets are Denver’s professional basketball team and they play from Ball Arena in Downtown Denver. 

• Colorado Avalanche (NHL): Also sharing the Ball Arena, the “Avs” are Denver’s professional hockey players. They have won three Stanley Cups. 

• Colorado Rockies (MLB): Playing from Coors Field in Downtown Denver, the Rockies are Denver’s professional baseball team. 

• Colorado Rapids (MLS): This Denver-based soccer team plays home games at Dick's Sporting Goods Park in Commerce City. They won the MLS Cup in 2010.

• Denver Summit FC (NWSL): Women’s soccer team that began play in the NWSL in the 2026 season. Competes from Centennial Stadium.

Stay close to the action happening in the heart of Denver by choosing to settle into one of these Denver neighborhoods. Ideal for young professionals, singles, and budding families. 

• Downtown Denver: Find an apartment in Downtown Denver, as there’s plenty of fun to be had all along the 16^th Street Mall pedestrian strip. Visit the Denver Performing Arts Complex or the Brown Palace Hotel. 

• Cherry Creek: This affluent residential district close to the heart of Denver offers events and shopping. Browse the luxury retailers at the Cheery Creek Shopping Center or enjoy burgers at Cherry Cricket. 

• Washington Park: There’s a distinct family-friendly atmosphere among the beautiful green spaces in Washington Park. See the historic charm of South Pearl Street or grab pizza at Homegrown Tap & Dough along South Gaylord Street. 

• RiNo (River North Art District): If you’re in Denver for the live music and local art, you’ll love living in RiNo. See colorful street murals, stop for a taste at Number Thirty Eight, or see a show at the Globe Hall Live Music and BBQ. 

• LoHi (Highland): Home of Confluence Park, historic homes, and restaurants galore, there’s plenty to do in LoHi. Grab a craft beer at The Emporium Brewing Company or celebrate with local vendors in June at the Highlands Street Fair. 

Kick back and live a more relaxed lifestyle in the greater Denver metro area by settling into a Denver Suburb. Perfect to purchase a house, raise a family, or enjoy retirement. 

• Littleton: 10 miles south of Downtown Denver with a population of about 46,000, Littleton, CO is home to great schools and master-planned communities. Enjoy comfort food at the Farm House at Breckenridge Brewery or visit the gardens at Hudson Gardens & Event Center. 

• Centennial: 15 miles south of Downtown Denver with a growing population of 108,000 residents, Centennial enjoys well-maintained parks like Centennial Center Park, Willow Creek Park, and Arapaho Park. Shop at The Streets at SouthGlenn or kick back at The Trails Recreation Center. 

• Broomfield: Roughly 20 miles north of Denver and boasting a population of about 80,000, there’s so much to do and see in Broomfield. Shop at FlatIron Crossing or enjoy exhibits at the Broomfield Veterans Museum. 

• Arvada: 10 miles northwest of Denver and with a population of roughly 123,000, Arvada, CO is home to the Cussler Museum of vintage automobile, the Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities, and the Olde Town Arvada downtown area. 

• Aurora: 10 miles east of Denver and boasting a booming population of about 415,000 people, Aurora, CO is the destination for diversity. Take the kids to Lava Island, shop at Southlands Shopping Center, or bike along the Aurora Reservoir.

No matter where in Denver your move takes you, All My Sons would be delighted to help you settle in. Start your life of adventure in Denver off on the right foot and join our family of happy customers. 

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