Thornton

Home to Denver Premium Outlets, a LEED-certified mall with designer and lifestyle brands.

Welcome to Thornton

Thornton is the easternmost city in the north Denver area, making it the closest city to Denver International Airport.
 
Thornton boasts nearly 1,000 acres of developed park and recreation centers, and 230 acres of open space.
 
Thornton is also home to Denver Premium Outlets, a LEED-certified mall with designer and lifestyle brands.
 

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Overview for Thornton, CO

142,878 people live in Thornton, where the median age is 34.3 and the average individual income is $41,869. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

142,878

Total Population

34.3 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$41,869

Average individual Income

Around Thornton, CO

There's plenty to do around Thornton, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

56
Somewhat Walkable
Walking Score
44
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score
26
Some Transit
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Colorado Meat Pie, El Lechon Kitchen, and Start Fresh Fitness.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 4.14 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 0.48 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 4.45 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 3.31 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty 3.35 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty 3.94 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Thornton, CO

Thornton has 49,579 households, with an average household size of 2.87. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Thornton do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 142,878 people call Thornton home. The population density is 3,979.98 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

142,878

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

34.3

Median Age

50.23 / 49.77%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

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18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
49,579

Total Households

2.87

Average Household Size

$41,869

Average individual Income

Households with Children

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Commute Time

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15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Thornton, CO

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The following schools are within or nearby Thornton. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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