Denver 71 Excellent
Denver Livability #599 ranked city in Pennsylvania#6,411 ranked city in the USARanks better than 78% of areas

Pros and Cons of Living in Denver

PROS
  • Cost Of Living

    The cost of living in this region is notably lower than the national average, encompassing everyday goods, housing, utilities, transportation and health care expenses.

  • Crime

    The crime rate is far lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. As such, it should be considered a very safe place to live when compared to other areas.

  • Housing

    High scores in the housing category are attributed to this area, possibly pointing to a favorable home affordability ratio, robust appreciation rates or elevated home values.

  • Ratings

    Locals express favorable opinions about the proximity of everyday local amenities, parks, public transit, neighborly atmosphere, strong sense of community and the general safety of the area.

CONS
  • Amenities

    A large portion of amenities are not ideally situated within walking distance, potentially requiring residents to utilize a vehicle or public transportation.

  • Commute

    Access to public transportation in this particular area may be limited, which can result in longer-than-average commute times to reach workplaces.

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What's it like Living in Denver?

Denver is a smaller city located in the state of Pennsylvania. The city has a population of 3,847 residents. With a population density of 3,007 people per square mile, Denver is well above the nation's average density level. If we look at the most recent Census, Denver is known to have a predominantly White population. The next two most common races are Asian and Black. Not a fan of sitting in traffic during your commute to work? Denver offers shorter work commutes, with an average one-way commute time taking only 21 minutes, far lower than the national average of 26 minutes.

Whether you’re relocating to a new city to be closer to family, friends or for a new job, living in Denver could be a positive experience compared to other cities in Pennsylvania if you know where to search. Don't forget to determine what matters most to you in a neighborhood. Consider factors such as safety, proximity to work or school, access to amenities (like parks, fitness facilities, grocery stores, restaurants), public transportation options, community atmosphere and the overall vibe you're looking for. Using the livability score which includes data from categories like amenities, cost of living, employment, you can easily compare the best places to live in Denver and also determine if there are any nearby cities that might be a better match for your lifestyle. You can also compare Denver to Pennsylvania and the national average.

Denver, PA receives 70/100 for its livability score; this results in a ranking of #602 in Pennsylvania and #6,566 in the USA. If we check out each of the categories individually, we see that Denver ranks well for crime (A), cost of living (A) and housing (A-). There are some categories that Denver does not rank well for, including: amenities (F). It might be worth taking a closer look to determine why.

Finding affordable real estate and housing in Denver can be tricky. Having said that, this area might be the place to get the best of both worlds. Based on factors like home/rental affordability and appreciation rates, this area has received an above average score in the housing category. A healthy real estate market can lead to wealth appreciation for property owners, as rising property values can contribute to homeowners' equity, financial stability and the ability to build long-term wealth.

There are many factors that go into deciding if an area is the right fit for your lifestyle. Certain “must haves” like low crime, great schools and nearby amenities are all at the top of most people's lists. But before even considering if those options are attainable, we'll need to know if the real estate in Denver is actually affordable. Median real estate prices in Denver come in at $177,400, which is 5.8% higher than the Pennsylvania average. The home price to income ratio compares the median home prices to the median household income. In Denver, the home price to income ratio is 2.7, which is 12.9% lower than the Pennsylvania average.

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      Denver transportation information

      Statistic Denver Pennsylvania National
      Average one way commute21min26min26min
      Workers who drive to work86.0%76.5%76.4%
      Workers who carpool9.6%8.5%9.3%
      Workers who take public transit0.0%5.6%5.1%
      Workers who bicycle0.0%0.5%0.6%
      Workers who walk2.4%3.8%2.8%
      Working from home1.5%4.2%4.6%
      Source: The Denver, PA data and statistics displayed above are derived from the United States Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).