Denver, Pennsylvania
Denver: Borough in northeastern Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States
About
Denver is a city located in the county of Lancaster in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. Its population at the 2010 census was 3,861 and a population density of 2,970 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 3,831 inhabitants.
The city was created 161 years ago in 1862.
Denver is a small borough located in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. With a population of around 3,600, it is a charming, historic community situated in Pennsylvania's Amish Country.
Local Attractions
Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania
This museum documents the history of railroading in Pennsylvania through exhibits and displays of locomotives and train cars. Visitors can ride on restored trains.
Rolling Hills Ranch
At this ranch, visitors can interact with animals like buffalo, longhorn cattle, and zebras. Horseback riding is also offered at Rolling Hills.
Kitchen Kettle Village
This village features local Amish crafts, homemade jams, fudge and candy, as well as antique shops. Visitors can watch jam-making demonstrations.
Key Facts
- Founded in 1772 and originally called Reamstown
- Home to a large Amish population that maintains the traditional Pennsylvania Dutch lifestyle
- Surrounded by fertile farmland that produces corn, tobacco, dairy and eggs
- Located along Cocalico Creek, which provided water power for early mills
With its small-town atmosphere and plentiful Amish cultural attractions, Denver is a popular tourist stop in Lancaster County. The railroad museum provides great family entertainment.
Quick Facts about Denver
| Population : | 3,831 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Pennsylvania (United States) |
| County : | Lancaster County |
| Area : | 1.3 km2 |
| Altitude : | 1,293 feet / 394 meters |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1863 (161 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | America/New_York |
| Local time : | 02:40:18 (25th November 2024) |
| Postal code : | 17517 |
| Density : | 2,947 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | -0.78% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Denver is located at 40°13'59"N 76°8'14"W (40.2331500, -76.1371700).
Denver map
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Demographics
According to census records, the population of Denver decreased by 0.78% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 3,861 | - | census |
| 2011 | 3,867 | 0.16% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 3,866 | -0.03% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 3,866 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 3,873 | 0.18% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 3,870 | -0.08% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 3,866 | -0.1% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 3,868 | 0.05% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 3,861 | -0.18% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 3,851 | -0.26% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 3,831 | -0.52% | estimation process |
People born in Denver (2)
People born in Denver, including baseball player Lou Knerr, skeleton racer from the United States Savannah Graybill, .
List
Schools in Denver
College & universities near Denver, PA
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 491598 | European Medical School of Massage | Sinking Spring (PA) | 19608-1680 |
Stations (25)
Amtrak & bus stations near Denver, PA
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| LNC | Lancaster station | 53 McGovern Avenue | RAIL |
| MJY | Mount Joy | East Henry St. and North Market St. | RAIL |
| PAR | Parkesburg | W. First and S. Culvert Streets | RAIL |
| COT | Coatesville | Third Ave. and Fleetwood St. | RAIL |
| ELT | Elizabethtown station | South Wilson Avenue at West High Street | RAIL |
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Other cities in Lancaster County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Lancaster County , PA. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Hempfield | 40,558 | A township in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania. |
| Lancaster | 17,106 | City in central Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States |
| West Lampeter | 15,983 | Township of Pennsylvania |
| Ephrata | 13,801 | City of the state Washington, United States |
| Elizabethtown | 11,494 | Borough in northwestern Lancaster County, Pennsylvania |
| Columbia | 10,295 | Borough in western Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Lititz | 10,022 | Borough in northern Lancaster County, Pennsylvania |
| Conewago | 8,536 | Unincorporated community in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania |
| Millersville | 8,289 | City in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Mount Joy | 8,071 | Borough in northwestern Lancaster County, Pennsylvania |
| Willow Street | 7,578 | Census designated place |
| Clay | 6,939 | Census-designated place in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania |
| East Earl | 6,899 | Township in northeastern Lancaster County, Pennsylvania |
| Leacock | 5,783 | Township in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania |
| Union | 5,661 | Township in southeastern Union County, Pennsylvania |
| New Holland | 5,547 | Borough in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Denver distances to largest Pennsylvania cities
