Located in Arapahoe County just south of Denver, Centennial is a home‑rule city incorporated in 2001. As of 2023, it’s Colorado’s 11th most populous municipality with around 107,400 residents, giving it a suburban feel with access to metro amenities
A community hub is Centennial Center Park, an award‑winning 11‑acre civic space featuring a splash pad, playgrounds, amphitheater, climbing walls, and interpretive history displays—a true gathering place for all ages Beyond the park, residents enjoy easy access to nearby Cherry Creek and Chatfield State Parks, regional disc‑golf, public golf at South Suburban courses, and the South Suburban Family Sports Ice Arena
Centennial experiences a cold semi‑arid climate with four distinct seasons—sunny, warm summers; cool, snowy winters; and low humidity—ideal for outdoor living and activities year-round
Most of Centennial is served by Cherry Creek School District, consistently ranked among Colorado’s best, while western areas fall under Littleton Public Schools .
Higher‑ed options in the region include Arapahoe Community College and nearby University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Founded as Castlewood and Southglenn CDPs, Centennial incorporated in 2001—Colorado’s largest city at that time to vote for incorporation—with a motto “Spirit of the Past” . Today it hosts key corporate headquarters like United Launch Alliance and Arrow Electronics, along with the Centennial Airport and franchises like IKEA, reflecting a blend of suburban heritage and economic vitality
Centennial lies adjacent to Centennial Airport and is well‑served by the RTD bus network. It also offers easy access to Denver International and major highways (I‑25, E‑470), making commuting via car or transit convenient .
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