Wheat Ridge

Embodies the deep roots of a City with a rich history and a strong sense of community.

Welcome to Wheat Ridge

Wheat Ridge embodies the deep roots of a City with a rich history and a strong sense of community. Its central location provides short commutes to major interstate highways, the majestic Rocky Mountains, and the amenities of the large metropolitan City of Denver, Colorado. With easy access from I-70, you can be skiing, hiking, or participating in a wide range of internationally-acclaimed mountain sports in less than an hour.
 
Wheat Ridge's “roots” were first established during the Gold Rush of 1859, when the City served as a rest stop for miners headed to mountain gold camps. It was later named Wheat Ridge for the golden ridges of wheat noted by travelers passing along the Overland Trail. As unsuccessful miners returned to the area and began farming the rich, fertile soil, the community began its growth. Wheat fields were converted to fruit orchards and vegetable fields, attracting buyers from all across the Denver area.
 
Eventually, the fruit and vegetable farming gave way to greenhouses and the largest production of carnations in the world, earning Wheat Ridge the designation of “Carnation City.”
 

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Overview for Wheat Ridge, CO

32,158 people live in Wheat Ridge, where the median age is 42.1 and the average individual income is $54,879. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

32,158

Total Population

42.1 years

Median Age

High

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

$54,879

Average individual Income

Around Wheat Ridge, CO

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

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Car-Dependent
Walking Score
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Bikeable
Bike Score
33
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Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Universal Kempo Karate Schools, Stormy Cuts You, and Prima Derma.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Active 2.64 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty 4.25 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty 4.13 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty 4.79 miles 11 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty 4.77 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty 2.4 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Wheat Ridge, CO

Wheat Ridge has 15,041 households, with an average household size of 2.09. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Wheat Ridge do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 32,158 people call Wheat Ridge home. The population density is 3,441.69 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

32,158

Total Population

High

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

42.1

Median Age

47.66 / 52.34%

Men vs Women

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15,041

Total Households

2.09

Average Household Size

$54,879

Average individual Income

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Schools in Wheat Ridge, CO

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The following schools are within or nearby Wheat Ridge. 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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