Jefferson County Map, Colorado
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Jefferson County, Colorado
Jefferson County sits just west of Denver, where the plains hit the foothills. The population is big, over 580,000. Believe it or not, it’s still growing.
Golden is the county seat and is home to the Coors brewery. Red Rocks Park is here, famous for its amphitheater and hiking trails.
The county stretches from city edges to mountain peaks. There are a lot of government jobs here, plus a good dose of outdoor industry. It feels like there’s a constant tug-of-war between development and preserving open land.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Jefferson County |
| County Seat | Golden |
| Population | Approximately 580,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Arvada, Lakewood, Westminster, Golden, Littleton (partly), and others |
| Interstates and Highways | I-70, I-76, US 6, US 40, CO 93, CO 121 |
| FIPS Code | 08-059 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 773 square miles (Land: 766 sq mi, Water: 7 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Boulder County (North), Broomfield County (Northeast), Adams County (East), Denver County (East), Arapahoe County (East), Douglas County (East), Teller County (South), Park County (Southwest), Clear Creek County (West), Gilpin County (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Mountain Standard Time (MST) |
| State | Colorado |
| Coordinates | 39.7392° N, 105.0184° W |
| Etymology | Named in honor of Thomas Jefferson, the third President of the United States |
| Major Landmarks | Red Rocks Amphitheatre, Lookout Mountain, Mount Evans, Denver Botanic Gardens at Chatfield Farms |
| Website | Jefferson County Website |
PHYSICAL MAP
Jefferson County Topographic Map
This topographic map highlights the contrast between eastern foothills and western mountains. Red Rocks and other formations stand out clearly on the map. Our zoom tool lets you examine the steep elevation changes throughout the county.
SATELLITE IMAGERY
Jefferson County Satellite Map
From above, you can see forests covering the mountainous western half while development follows the valleys. The distinctive red formations of Red Rocks stand out against the greener surroundings.
OUTLINE MAP
Jefferson County Blank Map
Jefferson County’s outline map hugs the Front Range with mountains on the west side. It’s directly west of Denver with a north-south orientation.
Neighboring Counties
Here are the 10 neighboring counties of Jefferson County:
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