Firstly why Englewood, Colorado?

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

• City: Englewood
• State: Colorado
• Population: 33,767 people
• Englewood’s quick summary would be Englewood residents know Broadway is full of shops and restaurants, plus the Broncos training facility is just down the road in Dove Valley.

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: 7,000 annually
• While this many move-out: 8,000 annually
• Net Migration: -1000 less people annual change
• Non-Citizen Move-in: 2,000
• Number of Homeless people: 300

You might wonder why people choose to move here, I’d say generally because it offers a suburban environment with access to Denver attracting families

Perk #1: Englewood Demographic Mix & Lifestyle

• The percentage of Residents Age 30–50 is about 35%
• Percentage of Home Ownership is hovering around 53%
• Largest Local Ethnic Group is Black
• The 2nd Largest Ethnic Group is mostly White
• The median income is (and growing)  $62,000
• Income Required to Live Comfortably in Englewood is $74,000
• Average Extra Spending Money after paying bills yearly is approx. $12000 in positive 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 & Englewood’s Cost of Living

• Cost of Living Index: 115 (100 is the US average)
• Annual Property Tax Per House: $3,706
• Property Tax %: 0.92%
• Rent for an average 2BD Apartment: $1,400
• Rent for an average house: $2,200
• Popular and Expensive Neighborhood: Cherry Hills
• Top 5 Growing Areas: Englewood, Littleton, Sheridan, Denver, and probably could include Cherry-Hills-Village
• Avg. Age of Homes in Englewood: 64 years
• The Percentage of Realtors per 100 people here: 1.2%

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 & Englewood’s Economy

• 3 Industries gaining traction in Englewood are  Healthcare, Retail, and Education
• Englewood Job Scene: diverse job market focused on healthcare and retail
• The General Tech Scene: developing tech landscape with focus on local services and small businesses , ,
• Englewood Resident’s pay $1,100 in City Tax alone!
• Local Sales Tax in Englewood: 8.5%
• No. of Independent Businesses: 70 (excluding chains and corporates)
• Number of Local Branch Banks: 5

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 Englewood

• Monthly Transportation Costs: $100 on average per person
• Freeway Access: I-25 runs through Englewood connecting it to Denver
• Commute Time: 26 minutes (public & private)
• Main Evening Traffic Area: traffic congestion on Santa Fe Drive
• Transportation Score: 70 out of 100 described as Excellent Transit
• No. of Vehicles Registered in Englewood: 40,000
• Cars registered per Person: 1.2
• No. of Car Washes: 5 in and around the city
• DMV Website for Englewood: dmv.colorado.gov
• The Bike-Friendly Score: 75 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: Englewood’s Weather & Natural Factors

• The Most Common Natural Disaster is Wildfires
• General Weather in Englewood is best described as has cold winters with occasional snow and mild summers with moderate temperatures
• Winter Weather in Englewood i’d describe as cold with snow
• Spring Weather in Englewood can be described as cool and mild
• Summer’s in Englewood are mostly warm and dry
• Fall ( the nicest time) in Englewood is usually cool with clear skies
• How many days in a row over 90°F: 3 days in summer
• Days in a row in Englewood below Freezing: 32
• Average Annual Rainfall: 14 inches
• Summer Air Quality is usually moderate air quality impacted by urbanization
• Englewood Winter Air average air quality with some seasonal fluctuations

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: Englewood Education & Schools

• The GreatSchools.org City Rating:
• Number of Colleges and Universities in Englewood 2
• While the number of trade schools inside Englewoods’s city limits are 3
• Library that I have visited and enjoyed is the Englewood Public 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 & Englewood Stats

• Typical EMS Response Time: 9 minutes
• Registered Full-Time Englewood only Doctors is about 50
• Local Hospitals here is  4
• Full-time Englewood only Police Officers is about 120
• Crime Rate Index: 40/100

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

• Englewood’s Monthly utility bill average is $120
• Englewood’s Monthly Gym Membership: $52
• Englewood’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 Englewood

• Approx number of Festivals the city puts on is 6 annually
• The General Local City Vibe: urban city with parks and a mix of residential communities
• You might enjoy live performances at the Town Hall Arts Center
• Nightlife Scene (yes this is completely subjective), Englewood  features cozy bars and restaurants offering a relaxed atmosphere perfect for evening gatherings

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 Englewood

• The Objective Restaurant Scene Features cozy local restaurants and a range of casual dining options
• The Number of Independent Restaurants are 30 scattered around Englewood
• The Popular Sports Team is Englewood High School
• Top Level Political Climate in Englewood can be described as politically mixed with an emphasis on local issues
• Englewood’s Longer standing religious establishment is Englewood United Methodist 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: Englewood Parks & Green Spaces

• Did you know Englewood has 20 Parks?
• Englewood City Park is Englewood’s Green Space Center
• The local favorite Farmers Market is Englewood Farmers Market normally open Thursday 4pm-7pm
• Outdoor Activities that both weekend warriors are pro’s can enjoy are Cycling, hiking, and parks

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: Englewood Neighborhoods Pace & Proximity

• The Pace of Life in Englewood can be described as urban pace balanced with community events and local culture
• 3 Family-Friendly Activities anyone can enjoy in Englewood visiting parks community sports events biking around town
• The Cities people commute to from Englewood are Douglas-County 19 miles away Denver 8 miles away Centennial 7 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 Englewood 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: traffic congestion on Santa Fe Drive. If you hate gridlock, look at alternative routes or brace yourself with podcasts.
2. Natural Disaster or Extreme Weather
   Englewood’s Wildfires risk could be minimal or major. Dig more on that is your eyebrow just went up.
3. Pricey Neighborhoods
   If Cherry Hills is out of your price point, you might consider these places nearby Englewood are Douglas-County 19 miles away Denver 8 miles away Centennial 7 miles away.
4. Crime Rate Concerns
   With a 40 of 100, some neighborhoods might feel safer than others. Everyone has a different tolerance for this.
5. Harsh Climate Contrasts
   Englewood has 32 days in a row below freezing and 3 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 Englewood people have an average (positive or negative) $12000 in positive cash flow left over in income to spend or pay off. Economics will make or break you here.
7. Homelessness or Social Challenges
   300 homeless people living in Englewood. It can be tough for the community—no easy solutions.
8. Cultural/Political Mismatch
   The general politically mixed with an emphasis on local issues 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 Englewood.

Retiree & Senior Life in Englewood

• Retiree Tax Benefits say seniors can can benefit from property tax exemptions aiding in housing expenses
• The most established Senior Citizen Community is Brookdale Englewood
• Englewood Senior Center features fitness programs educational workshops and social events

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 Englewood, 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 Englewood, Colorado, say hi—I’m the guy who once moved with nothing but a backpack and a guitar. Good luck on your new adventure!