By Manuella Irwin

Updated: Sep 1, 2026

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Reviewed by Martin Pаnауоtоv

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Martin is founder of MoveAdvisor, formerly MyMovingReviews.com.

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What to know when moving to Arvada, CO

Crime & Safety: What the Numbers Say

In Colorado, crime rates show some significant trends. The state has seen a decrease in both violent and property crimes over recent years.

  • Violent crime: 420.3 per 100k, compared to the national rate of 325.3, with a decline of 17.9% since 2022.
  • Property crime: 2168.8 per 100k, markedly higher than the national average of 1546.9, but down 32.9% over the same period.
  • Notable trend: Homicide rates have decreased by 46.8% since 2022, now at 3.6 per 100k.

Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (state-level summarized data for Colorado).

Schools & Higher Ed

Access to education in the region includes several institutions, providing options for those looking to further their studies nearby.

  • Postsecondary institutions: 3
  • With College Scorecard data: 3
  • Nearby options include:
    • Empire Beauty School-Littleton
    • Arapahoe Community College
    • Denver Seminary

Source: ArcGIS Postsecondary School Locations (NCES) + College Scorecard (ED).

Weather & Getting Outside

The climate in Jefferson County features about 10.2 inches of precipitation annually, with an average of 62 rainy days. Snowfall totals around 3 inches, with 15 snowy days each year.

  • Parks & outdoor spots worth checking out:
    • Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre - 4.9 stars (63,428 reviews)
    • Chatfield State Park - 4.6 stars (7,122 reviews)
    • Robert F. Clement Park - 4.7 stars (3,932 reviews)
    • Lair o' the Bear Park - 4.8 stars (3,108 reviews)

Sources: NOAA Climate Data Online, Google Places.

Jobs & the Local Economy

The job market in Jefferson County is relatively strong with a low unemployment rate.

  • Unemployment rate: 3.4% (December 2025)
  • Employed: 325,968
  • Labor force: 337,389

Source: BLS Local Area Unemployment Statistics (LAUS).

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Who regulates Arvada interstate movers?

Arvada moving companies are required to be registered with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) if they perform interstate moves. No matter if it is a moving company or a broker, they should have a valid DOT number. You can look up a mover here.

Agency: United States Department of Transportation
Address: 1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington DC 20590
Phone: (855) 368-4200
Website: www.fmcsa.dot.gov

To see if a specific movers complies with regulations, simply select a company from the list.

Moving within vs moving out of Colorado

Let's see how many people move within Colorado versus those who moved from Centennial State to another state.

Moved Within CO
29%
Moved out of CO
71%

Our data show that a staggering 71% of all household moves in the state of Colorado have been interstate ones (interstate moving) compared to 29% of local moves (short distance moving).

Even though Colorado offers so many great reasons for people to stay in the state, including the lovely state capital Denver, the majority of Coloradans seem to have had other plans in mind.

Who regulates Colorado local movers

Intrastate movers in Colorado are regulated by the Colorado Public Utilities Commission (PUC). Each mover should have a PUC permit number to be allowed to move household goods. The PUC encourages people who are about to relocate to confirm that the moving company they are hiring is permitted in Colorado. You can check whether the moving company is licensed at the PUC site here.

Agency: Public Utilities Commission
Address: 1560 Broadway, Suite 250, Denver, CO 80202
Phone: (303) 894-2000
Website: colorado.gov

And, you can find more information regarding how to file a complaint against a mover here.

What do people move within Colorado?

Ever wondered which are the most popular move sizes when people move locally in CO?

Studio (5%)
1 Bedroom (22%)
2 Bedroom (25%)
3 Bedroom (17%)
4 Bedroom (11%)

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With plenty of sunshine, a mountain near by – the Rocky Mountain, and the South Platte river in the area you are surely going to have a nice time. 18th largest metro economy in the USA with population of 600,000 people. The city has more than 200 parks.

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By Manuella Irwin

Relocation Expert & Book Author

Manuella is a moving expert at MoveAdvisor, formerly MyMovingReviews.com, featured in Forbes, USA Today, Zillow, The American Moving & Storage Association.

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