Economic Development

GOLDEN DEMOGRAPHICS: Population: 20,911 Labor Force: 12,687 Median Household Income: $78,977 Education: 58.2% of residents have a college degree Businesses: 2,198 (96% of which have 50 or less employees)

GOLDEN IS A GREAT PLACE TO LIVE AND WORK. Located in the foothills, Golden features a diverse economy of primary employers as well as innovative startups. Golden is also home to the Colorado School of Mines and the National Renewable Energy Laboratories.

With a wide variety of business communities – from downtown to North Golden, South Golden Road to West Colfax, and all the places in between, Golden offers a network of resources to support existing and growing businesses. The City of Golden has an economic development staff that is prepared to help new and existing businesses thrive. The City of Golden also offers the Golden Economic Development Commission (EDComm), the Golden Downtown Development Authority, and Golden Urban Renewal Authority as opportunities for local businesses. You can learn more about all City of Golden pro-business programs and resources at cityofgolden.net/work/economic-development. JEFFERSON COUNTY BUSINESSES ARE THRIVING. The Jefferson County Economic Development Corporation (Jeffco EDC) mission centers on the cornerstone that a healthy community is created through enhancing the prosperity and quality of life of our residents through the access to quality jobs. Our businesses and community values champion that sustainability goals and economic development are not mutually exclusive, but complementary. Growth and development are an essential element of healthy communities, and our leadership can guide those processes in a deliberate and thoughtful manner. Jeffco EDC provides county-wide industry information and data, as well as support to primary employers. Learn more at: jeffcoedc.org