Living

Where Lifestyle Meets Livelihood

That old adage about living to work or working to live doesn’t apply in Colorado. Here, we’re simply living out our lives to the fullest, all at a lower cost than our coastal counterparts. Sure, our inviting business climate is hard to beat, but everything else we have to offer for arts and culture, recreation and wellness takes living and working in Colorado to a whole other level.

Contrary to popular belief Colorado isn’t all snow-covered mountain peaks. We’re a diverse playground made up of flourishing urban areas, uninterrupted open spaces, scenic alpine roads, dry desert cliffs and quaint rural towns steeping in history. As a result, we’re a magnet for adrenaline junkies, foodies, art lovers, nature seekers and fitness fanatics. No matter the season, Colorado has something for everyone, with better weather and even better views.

Explore the incredible amenities that come with Colorado’s unparalleled lifestyle. Once you experience it for yourself, you may be hard-pressed to leave.

Rankings

# 5
Best State to Live WalletHub , 2021
# 1
Best City to Live, Boulder US News and World Report , 2021
# 2
Best State to Retire WalletHub , 2021
# 7
State with Highest Quality of Life CNBC , 2019
# 2
Most Active State United Health Foundation , 2020
# 1
Overall Healthiest State United Health Foundation , 2020