Thornton is one of Denver’s most northern suburbs, and you’ll find it directly to the west of Broomfield. Thornton is bordered by the South Platte River, and like many suburbs, it features an abundance of parks that make it a pleasant place to spend a nice day.
The nearby Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge is home to birds of prey, pelicans, ferrets, and even bison. Clear Creek allows inhabitants to go rafting or climbing, and the nearby Balistreri Vineyards allow for visitors to go wine tasting.
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Population
Like many far-flung suburbs, Thornton largely consisted of farmland until the postwar Baby Boom. In 1953, a man named Sam Hoffman purchased a property that he planned to turn into a small community.
Similarly to other planned communities, Thornton grew far faster than most naturally-occurring towns, having grown to over 5000 residents within the next two years. By 1956, Thornton was incorporated as its own city.
Demographics
We’ve gone ahead and put together some of the core demographics of Thornton in this section of our city guide. These facts are sourced from Thornton’s page on the US Census Bureau’s website.
- 57% White
- 33% Hispanic or Latino
- 2% African American
- 4% Asian
- 1% Native American
Thornton has a population of 141,000 people split into over 44,000 households. The city has a relatively high median household income of $76,000.
Fun Facts
- Thornton’s first shopping mall opened in 1955. It was originally known as Hoffman Heights Shopping Center, but it was renamed Thornton Shopping Center.
- The first Thornton Annual Festival Days parade was held in 1963.
- In the 1960s, the residents of Thornton seriously considered changing the name of the town, but plans for the name change were eventually dropped.
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