Welcome to

Downtown

A pedestrian strip lined with gift shops, street food vendors and al fresco bars and restaurants.

Welcome to Downtown

New comers and old timers alike boost Downtown with an enthusiasm bordering on religious fervor and no wonder: for anyone who dreams of a true urban lifestyle, the allure of this pedestrian-friendly district grows ever more compelling as new hotels, lofts, entertainment venues, restaurants, and shops continue to spring up between Lincoln and Larimer Streets.

Conversions of historic office buildings into condos, lofts, and exclusive penthouses plus a rash of new residential construction have transformed Downtown into a vibrant community with a significant population. That might come as a surprise to some, but current statistics show the number of residents in LoDo and Downtown to be roughly equivalent.

Prosperity seems assured as more and more suburbanites trade tedious commutes for urban convenience. What better way to start your day than to leave the car at home and stroll to work?

The futuristic Hamilton Wing of the Denver Art Museum, a redesigned Skyline Park, expanded Colorado Convention Center, and stunning Hyatt Convention Center Hotel have recently joined the already impressive array of downtown attractions.

Still to come are a Four Season’s Hotel, Ritz-Carlton, and upscale residences in the former Security Life Building. Meanwhile, epicurean delights abound at dozens of area restaurants.

World-class theatrical productions and symphonies play year round at the renowned Denver Center for the Performing Arts, home of the sparkling new Ellie Caulkins Opera House, Buell Theater, Boettcher Concert Hall, and Denver Center Theater Company. Nearby, the historic Art Deco Paramount Theater with its pearly façade of glazed terra cotta hosts a diverse assortment of national acts.

Another pleasant surprise is area’s wealth of parks, trails, tree-shaded plazas, and other quiet enclaves. The lively 16th Street Mall - - Downtown’s “Main Street” - - provides free shuttle service from Civic Center Park to Skyline Park, Commons Park, the Platte River Greenway, and Union Station, future home of the Intermodal regional-transportation hub.

Three stunning pedestrian bridges, including the landmark cable-stayed Millennium Bridge, allow downtowner’s to stroll across the Central Platte Valley to “Denver’s Left Bank” - - home to Paris on the Platte (one of Denver’s oldest coffeehouses), My Brother’s Bar, Corks (a wine boutique), REI, and other quaint shops and bistros - - and up to Highland, west of I-25.

Shopping and upscale restaurants abound along the Mall anchored by the newly renovated Tabor Center shops and restaurants (including an ESPN Zone), located next door to the historic D&F Tower.

Denver Pavilions hosts a plethora of trendy shops and eateries, Barnes and Noble, and a fifteen-screen United Artists Multiplex featuring stadium seating. In addition to a Virgin Megastore, Maggiano’s Little Italy, Corner Bakery, Hard Rock Café, and Nike Superstore, look for outdoor concerts and festivals throughout the year.

Mini-districts such as Larimer Square, Writer’s Square, and Sakura Square, offer distinctly different takes on the urban experience. At Sakura Square, heart of Denver’s Japanese community and site of the annual Cherry Blossom Festival, you’ll find the Denver Buddhist Temple; Pacific Mercantile, purveyors of authentic Japanese foods, china, and sundries; authentic Japanese restaurants; and a Japanese-language bookstore.

The brilliant kaleidoscope of diversions transforms daily life Downtown into an unending celebration.

Overview for Downtown, CO

4,434 people live in Downtown, where the median age is 30 and the average individual income is $40,550. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

4,434

Total Population

30 years

Median Age

High

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

$40,550

Average individual Income

Around Downtown, CO

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

80

Very Walkable

Walking Score

83

Very Bikeable

Bike Score

58

Good Transit

Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Stompin' Groundz, Jo Jo's Chuck Stop, and One Body Fitness Studio.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Stompin' Groundz page on Yelp Search 2050 Jet Wing Dr on Google Maps	Dining	4.6 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Jo Jo's Chuck Stop page on Yelp Search 2102 Janitell Rd on Google Maps	Dining	2.55 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the One Body Fitness Studio page on Yelp Search 115 N Tejon St on Google Maps	Active	0.3 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Colorado Springs Brazilian Jiu Jitsu page on Yelp Search 3226 N Nevada Ave on Google Maps	Active	3.23 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Artistic Hair Designers Mark & Anna Alamo page on Yelp Search 2627 E Saint Vrain St on Google Maps	Beauty	2.58 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the To The Grave Tattoo page on Yelp Search 415 N Greenwood St on Google Maps	Beauty	0.36 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Sinister Tattoo & Body Piercing page on Yelp Search 2216 E Platte Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	2 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Glory Badges Tattoo page on Yelp Search 317 E Platte Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	0.51 miles	10 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Alive Beauty Company Organic Salon page on Yelp Search 1235 Lake Plaza Dr on Google Maps	Beauty	2.74 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Shears page on Yelp Search 21 E Monument St on Google Maps	Beauty	0.54 miles	14 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Elliott Chiropractic Center page on Yelp Search 3585 Van Teylingen Dr on Google Maps	Beauty	4.97 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the The most page on Yelp Search 2 South Wahsatch Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	0.36 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Snips and Patches page on Yelp Search 220 E San Miguel St on Google Maps	Beauty	1.43 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Downtown, CO

Population Households Employment

Downtown has 1,567 households, with an average household size of 1. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Downtown do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 4,434 people call Downtown home. The population density is 4,641.443 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

4,434

Total Population

High

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

30

Median Age

48.71 / 51.29%

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

1,567

Total Households

1

Average Household Size

$40,550

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married

Single

Divorced

Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes

15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Schools in Downtown, CO

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The following schools are within or nearby Downtown. 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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