Arvada
A community guide to Arvada in Colorado, the United States.
- Population
- 124,402 residents
- Region
- Colorado
- Country
- the United States
- Coordinates
- 39.8028, -105.0875
Community and amenities
Arvada offers the everyday community amenities that one would expect of a populated place in Colorado: places to gather, public spaces, and services that connect residents to each other and to the wider region. Educational, cultural, and recreational facilities serve the local population and reflect the priorities of Arvada's residents. Visitors passing through Arvada encounter a community whose character is built on the patient work of generations of locals.
Overview
Arvada is a populated place in Colorado, the United States. The community supports 124,402 residents and serves as one of the recognised localities of Colorado. Its position within the broader regional network gives Arvada a distinct local character shaped by surrounding communities and shared services.
Geography and location
Arvada sits at approximate coordinates 39.8028 latitude and -105.0875 longitude within Colorado. The terrain and natural features around Arvada reflect those typical of its part of the United States, with land use, water access, and transport corridors that have shaped the way the community has developed over time. Travel distances to neighbouring populated places vary, with the wider Colorado road network providing the principal routes in and out.
Climate
The climate at Arvada is milder year-round, with moderate seasonality, reflecting its location at latitude 39.80 within the United States. Local microclimate effects depend on elevation, proximity to water, and surrounding terrain — all of which contribute to the day-to-day weather residents of Arvada experience. Visitors planning a trip to Arvada should check current forecasts as conditions can vary considerably from the regional norm.