COMMENT BY
Bp from Lakewood, CO
COMMENT ABOUT PLACE
Denver, CO
COMMENT
Pros and Cons
Good list, Derek! Here's my own, shorter, abbreviated pro/con list to metro Denver. I'm not going to distinguish between the suburbs and the city. But given how the 'burbs dwarf urban Denver I'm pretty much refering to the suburbs....
Pros:
* Relatively affordable. It's not the cheapest place to live, but it is just about average. And for the value you get, it is more than worth it.
* Decent economy. Despite the 9/11 downturn in the tech sector, the economy is generally very good in Colorado. Our low-tax environment makes it attractive for relocating businesses and families.
* Family values. Denver is splendid for families and the average, church-going, suburban, Christian family. With Focus on the Family and various other major Christian groups located in Denver and Colorado Springs, if you are a serious Christian, you'll love it. If you aren't but you don't mind a major evangelical and traditional catholic presence, you'll love it too. Schools aren't bad, most everything in town is kid-centered. Colorado has a very high birthrate and metro Denver is crazy about its kids.
* Sunny skies, beautiful scenery, and all four seasons.
Cons
* If you are looking for a great singles scene, nightlife, or fancy urbanist people, you may be disappointed. It's all about the family, remember!
* It can be really dry and tough on your skin. Just buy some lotion.
Denver is a great city! I'm a native and I never plan on leaving!