John Rebchook from InsideRealEstateNews.com recently reported that Denver was ranked 14th in metro areas to raise children based on the increase in number of children in Denver.

Over the last decade from 2000 to 2010 the number of children in the Denver area, aged 5 to 17 years old, rose by 12.8 percent.  Compare that to the increase nationally of only 3.8 percent.

These statistics were put together by NewGeography.com. Analysis of the report attributed affordable housing as an important factor for states like Colorado that increased the population of families with children.

These stats are also very quantitatively based rather than qualitative.  Las Vegas has had an increase in children residents in the state.  This is attributed to the fall in prices and great affordability of the area in recent  years.  Yet many would probably still argue that there are better places to raise a family.  What do you think?

Colorado is a popular family location. Certain cities like Castle Rock, Highlands Ranch, Boulder, Fort Collins, Parker and Loveland have each been ranked in different rankings for the lifestyles the are provides residents.