Parker, Colorado
Parker: The most populous city in Douglas County, Colorado. It is located in the Denver metropolitan area. Parker is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Parker Arts Center and the Parker Historical Museum.
About
Parker is a city located in the county of Douglas in the U.S. state of Colorado. Its population at the 2010 census was 45,297. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 58,673 inhabitants.
The city was created 43 years ago in 1980.
Quick Facts about Parker
| Population : | 58,673 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Colorado (United States) |
| County : | Douglas County |
| Water as percent of area : | 0.08% |
| Land as percent of area : | 99.92% |
| Altitude : | 5,869 feet / 1789 meters |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1981 (43 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | Mountain Time Zone |
| Local time : | 02:49:00 (20th April 2024) |
| Postal code : | 80134 |
| Population growth : | 22.8% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Parker is located at 39°31'7"N 104°45'41"W (39.5186000, -104.7613600).
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- Official Website
Official website of Parker
Demographics
The population of Parker increased by 22.8% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 45,297 | - | census |
| 2011 | 46,116 | 1.78% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 47,054 | 1.99% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 48,364 | 2.71% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 49,508 | 2.31% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 51,112 | 3.14% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 52,714 | 3.04% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 54,261 | 2.85% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 55,813 | 2.78% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 57,706 | 3.28% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 58,673 | 1.65% | estimation process |
Schools in Parker
College & universities near Parker, CO
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 476823 | New Dimensions Beauty Academy Inc | Parker (CO) | 80138-9801 |
| 491792 | Stacey James Institute | Parker (CO) | 80134-3358 |
| 480790 | Rocky Vista University | Parker (CO) | 80134 |
| 484640 | University of Phoenix-Colorado | Lone Tree (CO) | 80124 |
| 260813 | Platt College-Aurora | Aurora (CO) | 80014-3141 |
Stations (11)
Amtrak & bus stations near Parker, CO
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| DEB | Denver (Bus Station), Colorado | 1055 19th Street | BUS |
| DEN | Union Station | 1701 Wynkoop Street | RAIL |
| PJT | Pine Junction, CO | 76 Mount Evans Boulevard | BUS |
| BLD | Boulder, Colorado | 30th & Diagonal Highway | BUS |
| COS | Colorado Springs, Colorado | 120 South Weber Street | BUS |
Post offices near Parker
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Parker Post Office | Parker (CO) | 80134 |
| Tower Post Office | Aurora (CO) | 80015 |
| Greenwood Villag Post Office | Greenwood Village (CO) | 80112 |
| Highlands Ranch Post Office | Highlands Ranch (CO) | 80130 |
| Franktown Post Office | Franktown (CO) | 80116 |
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- Parker , Pennsylvania city in Armstrong County, Pennsylvania with a population of 616 people.
- Parker , Idaho town in Fremont County, Idaho with a population of 291 people.
- Parker , South Dakota city in South Dakota, United States of America with a population of 241 people.
- Parker , Illinois township in Clark County, Illinois with a population of 168 people.
Other cities in Douglas County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Douglas County , CO.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Highlands Ranch | 96,713 | Census designated place |
| Castle Rock | 70,567 | The most populous city in Douglas County, Colorado. |
| Castle Pines | 11,664 | City in Douglas County, Colorado, United States of America |
| The Pinery | 10,517 | Census designated place |
| Roxborough Park | 9,099 | Census designated place |
| Stonegate | 8,962 | Census-designated place in Douglas County, Colorado |
| Acres Green | 3,007 | Census-designated place (CDP) in northern Douglas County, Colorado, United States |
| Perry Park | 1,646 | Census-designated place in Douglas County, Colorado |
| Carriage Club | 1,090 | Town |
| Larkspur | 203 | Human settlement in Douglas County, Colorado, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Parker distances to largest Colorado cities
