Denver, CO 55+ Active Adult Retirement Communities

Denver is located in the South Platte River Valley in Colorado and is the most populous municipality in the state. Retirees who are looking for a larger city with a wide selection of outdoor activities are sure to enjoy 55+ communities in Denver.

Denver Climate & Geography

Denver has a semi-arid continental climate. Average annual high temperatures are in the mid 60s and average annual low temperatures are in the mid 30s. The average annual precipitation is roughly 15 inches of rainfall. Additionally, Denver also receives about 57 inches of snowfall per year.

Denver is on the western edge of the High Plains and east of the Front Edge of the Rocky Mountains. Cherry Creek and South Platte River flow through the city and the elevation is exactly one mile above sea level.

Recreation, Culture, & Entertainment In Denver

Denver is a very scenic area offering a great amount of outdoor activities. Residents enjoy walking and biking through the Denver Botanic Gardens, Mount Evans, and Washington Park. Sports fans can root for their favorite teams at Coors Field and Sports Authority Field at Mile High. Shopping options range from farmers markets to fashion malls. Museums and art galleries are scattered throughout the city. Residents of Denver 55+ communities will enjoy the large variety of entertainment and activities that are available. 

Denver Cost of Living & Taxes

The median home cost is well above the national median. Retirees ages 55 to 64 receiving pension and Social Security benefits get an exemption and ages 65+ typically receive a higher exemption. Moreover these regulations apply to military retirement benefits as well.

Health Care In Denver

The top three regionally ranked medical centers in Denver are UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital, Porter Adventist Hospital, and Sky Ridge Medical Center. UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital ranks nationally in seven adult specialties, high performing in four adult specialties, and is high ranking in eight adult procedures/conditions. Porter Adventist Hospital ranks high performing in urology and seven adult procedures/conditions. Sky Ridge Medical Center is nationally ranked in pulmonology and lung surgery as well as two adult specialties.