Welcome to

Capitol Hill

Dotted with stately old mansions, Capitol Hill is a residential district with a bohemian vibe.

Welcome to Capitol Hill

It takes all kinds to make a vibrant neighborhood and Capitol Hill is defined by nothing so much as by diversity.

Henry C. Brown, owner-builder of the Brown Palace Hotel, homesteaded here in 1860 and donated land for the Capitol building, while another original homesteader, John W. Smith was hired in 1864 to build the 25-mile “City Ditch” from the South Platte River to irrigate the barren wasteland that was Capitol Hill, prior to completion of the ditch, in 1867.

Water instantly transformed the Hill into sought-after residential neighborhood. With the Silver Boom in full flower the rush was on to Capitol Hill, where weary urbanites could escape the crush and din of dirty, overcrowded downtown and savor magnificent views of the snow-capped Rockies.

Notable among its affluent residents were Horace Tabor; J.K. Mullen, the philanthropist; smelter magnate Nathaniel Hill; banker Charles Kountz, and, of course, Henry Brown. The Hill’s classic Queen Anne, eclectic Richardsonian Romanesque, and refined Neoclassical mansions were designed by Denver’s leading architects including Fisher and Fisher, Frank Edbrooke, and William Lang.

The tenor of the times changed dramatically on the heels of the Silver Bust of 1893, and the nature of Capitol Hill development changed with it, becoming more pedestrian and middle class. A wave of apartment construction in the 1920s was followed by the onset of the Great Depression during which most homes on the Hill became multifamily as people struggled to eke out a living.

Capitol Hill’s resurgence began in the 1970s when Historic Denver, Inc. saved the Molly Brown House from the wrecking ball and continues today as numerous dedicated neighborhood groups and individuals labor to restore and revitalize Colfax Avenue, “the City’s next LoDo.”

Here you’ll find just about every convenience imaginable along with ready access to vibrant nightlife in downtown and LoDo and shopping galore at renowned Cherry Creek Mall and Cherry Creek North. The recently completed Beauvallon, on Capitol Hill’s west edge, offers sophisticated urban living amidst Euro-style shops and restaurants.

Wherever you choose to live on “The Hill,” you’ll be within walking distance of Civic Center Park and Cultural Center to the west and Cheesman Park to the east, two of Denver’s largest parks. Capitol Hill is also home to the Colorado School of Art and Design, Colorado Ballet, Wild Oats Community Market, the Governor’s Mansion, the Gothic-style Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, and St. John’s Episcopal Cathedral.

Overview for Capitol Hill, CO

16,643 people live in Capitol Hill, where the median age is 35 and the average individual income is $68,087. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

16,643

Total Population

35 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density
This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$68,087

Average individual Income

Around Capitol Hill, CO

There's plenty to do around Capitol Hill, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

94

Walker's Paradise

Walking Score

66

Good Transit

Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Strong, Smart & Bold Beans, Scout Burritos, and Valkyrie Fitness and Nutrition.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Strong, Smart & Bold Beans page on Yelp Search 1401 Zuni St on Google Maps	Dining	1.95 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Scout Burritos page on Yelp	Dining · $	0.5 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Valkyrie Fitness and Nutrition page on Yelp	Active	0.66 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Peak Active Care page on Yelp Search 2429 Hooker St on Google Maps	Active	2.91 miles	15 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Fitness Ignition page on Yelp Search 1777 S Bellaire St on Google Maps	Active	4.09 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Form Personal Training page on Yelp Search 301 Kalamath St on Google Maps	Active	1.37 miles	10 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Enchanted Massage page on Yelp Search 1035 S Gaylord St on Google Maps	Beauty	2.67 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Mile High Hygiene Spa page on Yelp Search 5390 W 25th Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	4.22 miles	12 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Skin & Tonic Skincare page on Yelp Search 4340 E Kentucky Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	3.26 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Fauna Salon page on Yelp Search 3775 Grove St on Google Maps	Beauty	3.52 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the My Hair Lady page on Yelp Search 1152 S Colorado Blvd on Google Maps	Beauty	3.4 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Salon Onze page on Yelp Search 1111 Broadway on Google Maps	Beauty	0.41 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Mavrick Studio Salon page on Yelp Search 626 E Kentucky Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	2.32 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Great Lengths Salon page on Yelp Search 1152 S Colorado Blvd on Google Maps	Beauty	3.4 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Shine Salon Denver page on Yelp Search 1332 S University Blvd on Google Maps	Beauty	3.08 miles	10 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Elevated Beauty Works page on Yelp Search 5126 E Colfax Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	2.84 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Capitol Hill, CO

Population Households Employment

Capitol Hill has 12,116 households, with an average household size of 1. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Capitol Hill do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 16,643 people call Capitol Hill home. The population density is 27,923.776 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

16,643

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

35

Median Age

57.35 / 42.65%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

Less Than 9th Grade
High School Degree
Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
Graduate Degree

12,116

Total Households

1

Average Household Size

$68,087

Average individual Income

Households with Children

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Without Children:

Marital Status

Married

Single

Divorced

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Blue vs White Collar Workers

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Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes

15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Schools in Capitol Hill, CO

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The following schools are within or nearby Capitol Hill. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

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