In October, Money magazine ranked Denver No. 28 out of “50 Best Places to Live.” If you’re looking for a mix of big-city meets great-outdoors, Denver’s the spot. With over 700,000 residents, the Mile High City is as bustling as they come. There are countless pro sports teams, plenty of arts and culture, and a constant line-up of events, concerts, and performances.
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But it’s also an active town. Skiing and snowboarding are big here, and hiking and camping opportunities abound (Rocky Mountain National Park is just a short drive away). Biking, kayaking, fly-fishing and paddleboarding are popular, too, and if you fancy hitting the links, the city boasts a whopping 16 golf courses within its limits —and another 78 within a 20-mile radius.
The city has a booming job market, especially in the tech scene. The city also just increased its minimum wage to $17.29 per hour, making it one of the highest-paying places to work in the U.S. Money.com began as a financial print magazine 50 years ago and has been publishing the Best Places to Live list for 35 years.