Wheat Ridge

A walkable historic downtown, bigger lots than you'd expect, and 15 minutes from the foothills. Wheat Ridge is Denver character without the Denver price.

Overview for Wheat Ridge, CO

32,158 people live in Wheat Ridge, where the median age is 42.1 and the average individual income is $54,879. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

32,158

Total Population

42.1 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$54,879

Average individual Income

Wheat Ridge sits right between Denver and the foothills, and it feels like it, mature trees, a genuinely walkable historic downtown along 38th Avenue, and quick access to both downtown Denver and the mountains via I-70. It has become one of the more sought after close-in suburbs for buyers who want character homes without Denver proper prices.

This used to be greenhouse and farming country (the name comes from the wheat fields that once covered the area), and that agricultural history still shows up in larger lot sizes than you'd expect this close to the city, along with a strong urban farm and garden culture that residents take seriously.

Wheat Ridge At A Glance

Where it is: Just west of Denver proper, bordered by Edgewater, Lakewood, and Arvada.
Commute cheat sheet: I-70 runs along the north edge of town, with the RTD W Line Wheat Ridge/Ward Road station serving southern Wheat Ridge.
Getting around: Wadsworth and Kipling are the main north-south routes; genuinely bike friendly with the Clear Creek Trail running through town.
The vibe: Established, artsy, a little bit farm town and a little bit urban infill, all at once.

Which Part of Wheat Ridge Fits You

Area	Vibe	Housing	Why People Pick It
Olde Town Wheat Ridge	Historic, walkable	1900s-1950s bungalows near the downtown core	Walk to restaurants, shops, and the farmers market
Applewood	Established, wooded	1950s-1970s larger homes on bigger lots	Mature trees and a quieter, more upscale feel
Fruitdale	Eclectic, garden oriented	Mixed older homes, some with large lots and outbuildings	Space for gardens, chickens, and hobby farming close to the city
North Wheat Ridge (near I-70)	Convenient, mixed	Ranches and some newer infill	Fast highway access to both Denver and the mountains

Life Outside the House

Trails and parks: The Clear Creek Trail runs the length of town, connecting to a genuinely extensive regional trail network. Prospect Park and Anderson Park are local favorites.
Rec and family: Active urban agriculture scene, including community gardens and small working farms within city limits.
Food and drink: Olde Town Wheat Ridge has grown into a real dining and brewery destination, with a lively summer farmers market.

How Far Is Everything, Really

Destination	Drive Time	Good to Know
Downtown Denver	15-20 minutes	The W Line light rail is also a solid option from southern Wheat Ridge
Golden / foothills	10-15 minutes	One of the shortest mountain commutes in the metro
Denver International Airport	40-45 minutes	The longest airport commute of the close-in suburbs, plan accordingly
Belmar (Lakewood) shopping	10-15 minutes	Closest major retail hub

SCHOOLS (BIG IMPACT ON YOUR PROPERTY VALUES)

Wheat Ridge is served by Jefferson County Public Schools, the largest school district in Colorado, with a wide range of neighborhood and choice options.

School	Known For	Feeds From
Kullerstrand Elementary	Strong neighborhood elementary with active parent involvement	Central Wheat Ridge
Everitt Middle School	Solid academics, International Baccalaureate candidate programming	Most Wheat Ridge elementary schools
Wheat Ridge High School	Long standing academic and arts programs	Districtwide

Jeffco's open enrollment policy means families here often have real choice beyond their assigned boundary school, which is worth exploring during a home search.

Call or text if you want the honest read on which pocket of Wheat Ridge actually delivers the best combination of walkability, lot size, and mountain access for what you're looking for.

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The following schools are within or nearby Wheat Ridge. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

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Around Wheat Ridge, CO

There's plenty to do around Wheat Ridge, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

36

Car-Dependent

Walking Score

56

Bikeable

Bike Score

33

Some Transit

Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Healthy Spot Nutrition, Red Garden Liquor and Wine, and Fusilli Zach.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Healthy Spot Nutrition page on Yelp Search 3890 Kipling St on Google Maps	Dining	0.35 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Red Garden Liquor and Wine page on Yelp Search 9075 W 44th Ave on Google Maps	Dining	0.45 miles	1 review	5/5 stars
Visit the Fusilli Zach page on Yelp Search 7741 W 44th Ave on Google Maps	Dining	1.07 miles	1 review	5/5 stars
Visit the 7-Eleven page on Yelp Search 5010 Kipling St on Google Maps	Dining · $	1.11 miles	7 reviews	2.4/5 stars
Visit the Hillside Shopping Center page on Yelp Search 3890 Kipling St on Google Maps	Shopping	0.35 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Mellberg & Associates page on Yelp Search 4300 Kipling St on Google Maps	Shopping	0.42 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Denver Integrated Therapies page on Yelp Search 4251 Kipling St on Google Maps	Active	0.46 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Louise Turner Park page on Yelp Search 10998 W 38th Ave on Google Maps	Active	1 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Mack's Hybrid Fitness page on Yelp Search 7995 W 48th Ave on Google Maps	Active	1.17 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Stan's Caravan page on Yelp Search 11221 W 44th Ave on Google Maps	Nightlife	1.15 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Mr Harold's Hair Replacement page on Yelp	Beauty	0.04 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Precision Microblading page on Yelp Search 4240 Kippling St on Google Maps	Beauty	0.38 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Shear Indulgence Salon & Day page on Yelp Search 10105 W 37th Pl on Google Maps	Beauty	0.51 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Full Spectrum Hair Design page on Yelp Search 4635 Kipling St on Google Maps	Beauty	0.68 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Belle Ame Salon page on Yelp Search 10160 W 50th Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	1.04 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the La Petite Color and Cut Studio page on Yelp Search 10160 W 50th Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	1.04 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Hair by Amy Lacey page on Yelp Search 10160 W 50th Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	1.04 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the The Raven Razor page on Yelp Search 10160 W 50th Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	1.04 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Free Spirit Beauty page on Yelp Search 10160 W 50th Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	1.04 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Perfecta Salon and Spa page on Yelp Search 7777 W 38th Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	1.05 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Hair by Eileen page on Yelp Search 7777 W 38th Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	1.05 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the JayRoc the Barber page on Yelp Search 7470 W 38th Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	1.27 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Nest Art Collective page on Yelp Search 7460 W 38th Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	1.27 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Paramount Heights Barber Shop page on Yelp Search 10051 W 26th Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	1.3 miles	1 review	1/5 stars

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