After pandemic migration, Denver experiences growth and renewed interest

After people fled cities for more space during the pandemic metros like Denver are experiencing a resurgence According to the National Association of Realtors the percentage of people moving to cities climbed to in That s the biggest increase in a decade This urban revival is fueled by a vibrant tradition the convenience of living close to work and easy access to essential services The Denver urban center has constantly been a great area for high walkability stated Christine Dupont-Patz broker and co-owner of RE MAX Cherry Creek in Denver During COVID there was a rush out to the suburbs for more space for home offices and a yard for the new dog Now with more workers going back to the office we re seeing a desire for shorter commute times and less yard maintenance Homeowners who are downsizing also seek lock-and-leave homes that allow them to progress she mentioned Metro enhancement outpaces population rise overall According to the Census Bureau the population of people living in U S metropolitan areas grew by nearly million from to In contrast the overall U S population increased by just during the same period Meanwhile nearly of metropolitan areas in the United States experienced population improvement from to The Denver metro area six counties around Colorado s capital city experienced percent enhancement from to adding approximately residents according to census estimates Majority of of the population upsurge in the metro area is attributed to approximately international immigrants There were also more births than deaths resulting in a natural increase of approximately people However the area lost about residents who moved to other parts of the country according to Census estimates Denver metro remains popular Denver is a popular destination for a multitude of reasons Its proximity to the Rocky Mountains offers a range of outdoor exercises year-round from hiking to skiing The city boasts a robust business activity offering numerous job opportunities in equipment healthcare and finance Culturally Denver is vibrant featuring numerous museums professional sports teams a world-class zoo and a diverse culinary scene full of innovative restaurants and breweries With beautiful mountain views and an proceeding lifestyle it s an appealing place to live The news and editorial staffs of The Denver Post had no role in this post s preparation