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Destination Colorado
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Are you considering a move to Colorado? Relocating your
business to Colorado? Starting a company? Or just interested in the Centennial
State?
This section will answer many of your questions regarding the life science industry in
Colorado, the state's economy, tax structure and cost of living, education,
transportation, climate, recreational opportunities, history and more.
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Industry Overview |
Economy/Cost of Living |
Education
Recreation & Entertainment |
Transportation |
Geography & Climate
History |
Suggested Reading List
Industry Snapshot
With a sky-rocketing growth rate in biotechnology that is outpacing other states, Colorado is poised to become a major player in the biotechnology industry. The industry, built on the strong foundation of a superior business climate, well-educated workforce, and diversified economic base, will be further aided by a state-wide strategic plan and economic development efforts to make biotechnology the next economic driver of the state.
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Economy/Cost of Living
Colorado's high quality of life comes from a combination of natural resources, diverse recreational opportunities, moderate climate, numerous cultural activites, world-class health care, and an excellent public school system. Colorado's economy is based in a variety of high-tech sectors as well as traditional industries, including biotechnology, aerospace, and defense industries.
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Education
Colorado's population is very well-educated. In 2000, the census ranked Colorado 3rd in percentage of the population with a college degree and 9th in percentage of the population with a high school diploma.
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Recreation & Entertainment
From the spectacular scenery and world-class skiing of the Rocky Mountains to the diverse cultural opportunities in the cities, Colorado has something for everyone.
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Transportation
With an excellent system of highways and rail transportation, Colorado is a major transportation hub and key distribution center for the growing Rocky Mountain region.
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Geography & Climate
Colorado is a large, centrally located, western state encompassing dramatic mountain ranges and vast, high plains. Mountainous geography and a high elevation dictate distinct seasons and a diverse climate.
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History
The land of Colorado was originally inhabited by numerous American Indian tribes, including the Arapaho, the Utes, and the Anasazi, or ancestral Pueblo. Both the Spanish and French laid claims to Colorado, but in 1803, most of Colorado was sold to the United States as part of the Louisiana Purchase.
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Suggested Reading List
A list of select guides and reference books about Colorado.
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