Essentials
- City
- Denver, Colorado, United States
- Population
- 715,000 (City), 2.9 million (Metro)
- Internet Speed
- Average 150-300 Mbps; Fiber available via Google Fiber and CenturyLink
- Currency & Banking
- US Dollar ($); 1 USD ≈ 0.92 EUR
- Tap Water
- Drinkable, high quality (sourced from Rocky Mountain snowmelt)
- Power
- 120V, 60Hz, 🔌 Type A/B sockets
- SIM Card
- T-Mobile, Verizon, AT&T; eSIMs available via Airalo
- Banking for Expats
- Chase, Wells Fargo, Revolut (US), Wise
- Accommodation
- Airbnb, Zillow Rentals, Landing (flexible furnished apartments)
- Cashless Friendly
- Yes, cards and mobile pay accepted almost everywhere
- Short Term Rentals
- Sonder, Blueground, Airbnb (approx. $2,200 - $3,500/month)
- Budget Accommodation
- Hostel Fish ($55/night for dorms), 11th Avenue Hostel
- Best Area to Stay for Tourists
- LoDo (Lower Downtown) and Union Station
- Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
- RiNo (River North Art District) or Capitol Hill
Working and Networking
- Best Coworking Space
- Industrious Fashion Industry Gallery or WeWork (The Tabor Center); $300-$500/month
- Best Cafe for Work
- Crema Coffee House (RiNo) or Stella's Coffeehaus (South Pearl)
- Networking Events
- Denver Startup Week (annual), Built In Colorado events
- Social Events for Expats
- Denver Digital Nomads Meetup, Internations Denver
Transportation
- Best Taxi/Ride App
- Uber, Lyft
- Bike/Scooter Rental
- Lyft Scooters, Lime, BCycle (Electric assist)
- Best Beach Nearby
- Cherry Creek State Park Reservoir (Sand beach and swimming)
- Top Regional Airline
- Southwest Airlines
- Top International Airline
- United Airlines (Denver is a major hub)
- Highway Access
- I-25 (North-South) and I-70 (East-West to the mountains)
- Main Train/Transit Hub
- Denver Union Station
- Public Transport Passes
- RTD MyRide; $2.75 for standard local, $10 for Airport line
- Regional Travel
- Bustang (to Vail/Fort Collins), Amtrak (California Zephyr line)
Health and Wellness
- Best Hospital
- UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital (Anschutz Medical Campus)
- Yoga & Wellness Centers
- Kindness Yoga (Golden Triangle), CorePower Yoga
- Gyms & Fitness Centers
- Denver Athletic Club, Chuze Fitness ($25/month)
- Laundry Services
- Laundry on the Hill, Revolution Laundry (Pickup/Delivery)
Food and Drink
- Best Food Delivery App
- DoorDash, UberEats, Grubhub
- Best Local Dish to Try
- Colorado Green Chile (try it at Sam's No. 3)
- Vegan/Vegetarian Options
- Watercourse Foods, City, O' City
- Best Dessert Spots
- Little Man Ice Cream (LoHi), Voodoo Doughnut
- Affordable Shopping Spots
- Trader Joe's (Capitol Hill), Sprouts Farmers Market
- E-commerce/Online Store
- Amazon (Same-day delivery available)
- Grocery Delivery
- Instacart, Whole Foods via Amazon
- Bar/Nightlife Area
- South Broadway (SoBo) or RiNo breweries
- Local Brewery
- Great Divide Brewing Co., Wynkoop Brewing Co.
- Wine Bars
- Sienna Wine Bar, The Infinite Monkey Theorem
- Street Food Stalls
- Avanti F&B (Modern Food Hall), Denver Central Market
- Popular International Cuisine
- Star Kitchen (Dim Sum), Hop Alley (Modern Chinese)
Culture and Attractions
- Must-See Landmarks
- Red Rocks Park & Amphitheatre, Colorado State Capitol
- Museums & Art Venues
- Denver Art Museum (DAM), Meow Wolf Denver (Convergence Station)
- Historical Sites
- Molly Brown House Museum, Larimer Square
- Religious Sites
- Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception
- Annual Events
- Great American Beer Festival (GABF), National Western Stock Show
- Cultural Districts
- Santa Fe Art District (First Friday Art Walks)
- Theater Venues
- Denver Center for the Performing Arts (DCPA)
- Local Markets
- Cherry Creek Fresh Market (Saturdays)
- Music Scene
- Bluebird Theater, Mission Ballroom
- Street Art
- RiNo Murals (concentrated around 27th and Larimer)
- Cooking Classes
- The Cookery at Stanley Marketplace
- Art Galleries
- Robischon Gallery, K Contemporary
- Historic Buildings
- Oxford Hotel, Brown Palace Hotel
- Local Heritage
- Western frontier history and Hispanic/Chicano culture
Nature and Outdoor Activities
- Nearby Nature Escapes
- Rocky Mountain National Park (1.5 hours), Golden Gate Canyon
- National Parks Nearby
- Rocky Mountain National Park ($30 entry)
- Cycling/Walking Paths
- Cherry Creek Trail, South Platte River Trail
- Scenic Viewpoints
- Lookout Mountain (Golden), Peaks Lounge (Hyatt Regency)
- Birdwatching Locations
- Barr Lake State Park
- Bonfire-Friendly Spots
- Chatfield State Park (Designated fire rings)
Other Services and Amenities
- Tech Repair Services
- Apple Cherry Creek, uBreakiFix (multiple locations)
- Table Tennis Spots
- Ace Eat Serve (Uptown)
- Language Classes
- Colorado School of English, Denver Language School
- Libraries & Study Spots
- Denver Central Library (10th/Broadway)
- Community Centers
- Carla Madison Recreation Center
- Gaming Lounges
- Localhost Denver
- Casino & Gaming Halls
- Black Hawk and Central City (1 hour drive)
- Parcel Delivery Service
- UPS Store, FedEx Office, USPS
Business
- Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. $8,500 per m² ($425k for 50m²)
- Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. $5,800 per m² ($290k for 50m²)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. $7,800 per m² ($546k for 70m²)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. $5,200 per m² ($364k for 70m²)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. $7,200 per m² ($720k for 100m²)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. $4,800 per m² ($480k for 100m²)
- Corporate Tax
- 4.4% (Colorado Flat Rate) + 21% (Federal)
- Dividend Withholding Tax
- Generally 15-30% depending on tax treaties
- Tax System
- Citizenship/Resident-based worldwide income
- Highest Income Tax Bracket
- 37% (Federal) + 4.4% (State Flat)
- VAT
- No VAT; Sales Tax is 8.81% (combined)
- Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
- Yes, Global Intangible Low-Taxed Income (GILTI) rules apply
- Property Tax
- Yes (approx. 0.48% average effective rate personal)
- Property Transaction Tax
- Documentary fee of $0.01 per $100
- Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
- No specific digital nomad tax benefits; high personal tax burden