Firstly why Centennial, Colorado?

I’ll start with some quick stats and an overview:

• City: Centennial
• State: Colorado
• Population: 109,250 people
• Centennial’s quick summary would be Known for its well-planned communities and the Centennial Center for the Performing Arts.

Some people I know rave about this place, others say it’s on the upswing or going through changes. Check out these migration details:

• How many people move-in: 4,000 annually
• While this many move-out: 7,000 annually
• Net Migration: -3000 less people annual change
• Non-Citizen Move-in: 1,200
• Number of Homeless people: 250

You might wonder why people choose to move here, I’d say generally because it affords a suburban feel with great schools attracting families

Perk #1: Centennial Demographic Mix & Lifestyle

• The percentage of Residents Age 30–50 is about 39%
• Percentage of Home Ownership is hovering around 74%
• Largest Local Ethnic Group is White
• The 2nd Largest Ethnic Group is mostly Hispanic
• The median income is (and growing)  $86,000
• Income Required to Live Comfortably in Centennial is $78,000
• Average Extra Spending Money after paying bills yearly is approx. $-8000 in negative cash flow

This and any cities local population can be a real melting pot—or sometimes it’s more homogeneous, depending on the area. Ask yourself: would you enjoy a bustling community with diverse backgrounds, or do you prefer a quieter, tight-knit vibe?

Perk #2: Housing & Centennial’s Cost of Living

• Cost of Living Index: 110 (100 is the US average)
• Annual Property Tax Per House: $3,106
• Property Tax %: 0.95%
• Rent for an average 2BD Apartment: $1,400
• Rent for an average house: $2,400
• Popular and Expensive Neighborhood: Parker
• Top 5 Growing Areas: Centennial, Aurora, Parker, Littleton, and probably could include Denver
• Avg. Age of Homes in Centennial: 43 years
• The Percentage of Realtors per 100 people here: 2%

If the cost-of-living index is low, you might find a place without selling your kidney. If it’s high, well, you’ll need to budget carefully. Some income earners thrive in pricey markets, others prefer less financially stressful areas.

Perk #3: Job Market & Centennial’s Economy

• 3 Industries gaining traction in Centennial are  Technology, Retail, and Healthcare
• Centennial Job Scene: stable job market in healthcare and retail
• The General Tech Scene: developing tech community with focus on software and corporate services , ,
• Centennial Resident’s pay $1,200 in City Tax alone!
• Local Sales Tax in Centennial: 8%
• No. of Independent Businesses: 150 (excluding chains and corporates)
• Number of Local Branch Banks: 8

Maybe you’re a go-getter in finance, tech, or healthcare. Or you’d rather open a mom-and-pop shop. Either way, it’s worth checking if the local industries align with your skill set—or if you’re game to try something new.

Perk #4: Transportation & Commuting in Centennial

• Monthly Transportation Costs: $100 on average per person
• Freeway Access: I-25 runs through Centennial linking it to Denver and other cities
• Commute Time: 24 minutes (public & private)
• Main Evening Traffic Area: backups on Arapahoe Road
• Transportation Score: 27 out of 100 described as Some Transit
• No. of Vehicles Registered in Centennial: 48,000
• Cars registered per Person: 0.4
• No. of Car Washes: 5 in and around the city
• DMV Website for Centennial: dmv.colorado.gov
• The Bike-Friendly Score: 64 of 100
• Local Airport: Centennial

Is a 15-minute commute your dream, or is 45 minutes stuck on the freeway a dealbreaker? If you can handle traffic or love public transit, this might be perfect. If not, brace yourself with a killer podcast lineup.

Perk #5: Centennial’s Weather & Natural Factors

• The Most Common Natural Disaster is Severe storms
• General Weather in Centennial is best described as experiences cold winters with occasional snow and mild summers with moderate temperatures
• Winter Weather in Centennial i’d describe as cold with snowfall
• Spring Weather in Centennial can be described as cool and rainy
• Summer’s in Centennial are mostly warm and dry
• Fall ( the nicest time) in Centennial is usually cool with mild days
• How many days in a row over 90°F: 12 days in summer
• Days in a row in Centennial below Freezing: 34
• Average Annual Rainfall: 14 inches
• Summer Air Quality is usually moderate air quality impacted by local traffic
• Centennial Winter Air average air quality can vary with seasonal changes

Do you live for sunny skies? Or maybe you can’t stand humidity. Some relish snowy winters; others run south at the first snowflake. And if hurricanes, tornadoes, or earthquakes are part of the package, put all that into your consideration matrix.

Perk #6: Centennial Education & Schools

• The GreatSchools.org City Rating:
• Number of Colleges and Universities in Centennial 4
• While the number of trade schools inside Centennials’s city limits are 2
• Library that I have visited and enjoyed is the Centennial Park Library

If you’ve got kids—or you’re looking to further your own education—solid school ratings and local colleges can be a huge perk. If not, hey, a good library have more gems that you didn’t know existed, check it out.

Perk #7: Healthcare & Centennial Stats

• Typical EMS Response Time: 7 minutes
• Registered Full-Time Centennial only Doctors is about 60
• Local Hospitals here is  5
• Full-time Centennial only Police Officers is about 160
• Crime Rate Index: 20/100

Medical facilities could be important to you and who knows it could be related to the crime stats. Again some stats that are worth considering.

Perk #8: Utilities, Gyms & Water Quality

• Centennial’s Monthly utility bill average is $130
• Centennial’s Monthly Gym Membership: $50
• Centennial’s Water Quality Score: 79

Some of us freak out if water tastes off, others don’t mind. Gym buffs will appreciate a cheap membership; others prefer running outside for free. Check if these monthly costs fit inside your realistic lifestyle.

Perk #9: Events, Festivals & Vibe in Centennial

• Approx number of Festivals the city puts on is 6 annually
• The General Local City Vibe: suburb known for family-friendly activities and parks
• You might enjoy local music events at the Centennial Center Park
• Nightlife Scene (yes this is completely subjective), Centennial  has a relaxed nightlife with local eateries and bars where friends and families gather for fun

If you love a lively social calendar—fairs, concerts, maybe the odd chili cook-off—this is your jam. If crowds make you itch, you might only show up for the funnel cakes.

Perk #10: The Food, Sports & Culture of Centennial

• The Objective Restaurant Scene Offers a mix of local dining and chain restaurants
• The Number of Independent Restaurants are 20 scattered around Centennial
• The Popular Sports Team is Local PickleBall Champs
• Top Level Political Climate in Centennial can be described as suburban area with moderate political views focused on community
• Centennial’s Longer standing religious establishment is Centennial Covenant Church

Whether you’re a foodie wanting fancy cuisine or a sports nut who can’t miss the local team’s home game, see if your interests line up with what the city offers.

Perk #11: Centennial Parks & Green Spaces

• Did you know Centennial has 10 Parks?
• Centennial Center Park is Centennial’s Green Space Center
• The local favorite Farmers Market is Centennial Farmers Market normally open Saturday 8am-1pm
• Outdoor Activities that both weekend warriors are pro’s can enjoy are Hiking, biking, and picnicking

Love fresh air? A city investing in parks and markets can be a sanity-saver. If you prefer the indoors, maybe it’s less of a draw—but I still say fresh produce is never a bad thing.

Perk #12: Centennial Neighborhoods Pace & Proximity

• The Pace of Life in Centennial can be described as moderately paced suburban community with family amenities
• 3 Family-Friendly Activities anyone can enjoy in Centennial fishing at local lakes community sports events picnicking
• The Cities people commute to from Centennial are Englewood 7 miles away Aurora 9 miles away Denver 15 miles away

Neighborhood pace can range from laid-back suburbs to frantic downtown vibes. If you need a quick getaway, big neighboring cities can scratch that itch for a weekend change of scene.

8 Drawbacks about Centennial or are they?

No place is perfect. I rate these as important based on your location and type of work you do. They might not be negatives or positives for everyone.

1. Traffic/Commute Issues
   Maybe you read: backups on Arapahoe Road. If you hate gridlock, look at alternative routes or brace yourself with podcasts.
2. Natural Disaster or Extreme Weather
   Centennial’s Severe storms risk could be minimal or major. Dig more on that is your eyebrow just went up.
3. Pricey Neighborhoods
   If Parker is out of your price point, you might consider these places nearby Centennial are Englewood 7 miles away Aurora 9 miles away Denver 15 miles away.
4. Crime Rate Concerns
   With a 20 of 100, some neighborhoods might feel safer than others. Everyone has a different tolerance for this.
5. Harsh Climate Contrasts
   Centennial has 34 days in a row below freezing and 12 days above 90 degrees. This might be your heaven or your nightmare. Some people can’t stand snow, while others pray for it.
6. Limited Extra Funds
   After general costs of living here in Centennial people have an average (positive or negative) $-8000 in negative cash flow left over in income to spend or pay off. Economics will make or break you here.
7. Homelessness or Social Challenges
   250 homeless people living in Centennial. It can be tough for the community—no easy solutions.
8. Cultural/Political Mismatch
   The general suburban area with moderate political views focused on community could change but probably not quickly. We all go thru cycles in our lifestyle and outlook. Think about this and your future outlook before a move to Centennial.

Retiree & Senior Life in Centennial

• Retiree Tax Benefits say seniors can can access tax programs providing relief on property taxes
• The most established Senior Citizen Community is The Haven
• Centennial Senior Center provides health workshops fitness classes and various activities

If you’re in (or nearing) retirement, see if the city provides property tax breaks or comfy 55+ communities. Some places cater heavily to seniors, others less so.

Moving to Centennial, Colorado?

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A quick quote or phone call might be all you need to turn your daydream into reality. If you see me around Centennial, Colorado, say hi—I’m the guy who once moved with nothing but a backpack and a guitar. Good luck on your new adventure!