Geography
Littleton sits south of Denver.
Cultural Attractions
The Littleton Historical Museum offers museum guests a "living history" perspective through its four galleries, research center, collections center, small lake, and two working farms from the 1860s and 1890s.
Recreation
Denver is a short drive away, but Littleton's main street is lined with restaurants, bookstores, and coffee shops.
Historical
The town's economic base began in 1867, with the "Rough and Ready Flour Mill."
Economy
The town is working to implement the idea of economic gardening--improving the economy from the inside with entreprenurial activity instead of recruitment to bring in new jobs.
Demographics
Demographic Detail
- Population:
- 41,903
- Population under 55:
- 69.1%
- Population over 55:
- 30.9%
City Detail
- Crime rate:
- Low
- Closest large city:
- Denver
Marital Status 2010
Weather
Weather Detail
- Air quality:
- Average
- Temperature:
- 90°F July High, 12°F January Low
Jobs & Economy
Housing
- Median income:
- $46,859
- Median home price:
- $228,750
- Average property tax:
- $86
Income & Jobs
- Unemployment rate 2010:
- 8.2%
- Average
- Cost of living:
- Average
Employment Projections
Education
Higher Education
- Best Colleges at the location:
- 0
- Best Colleges within 30 miles:
- 13
- Best Colleges within 50 miles:
- 17
Health Care & Retirement
Hospitals
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
- 2/0
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
- 29/3
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
- 32/3
Retirement Facilities
- Community care facilities for the elderly:
- 161
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