Living here
Nearest 4-year college4 mi
Nearest community college1 mi
Nearest technical college4 mi
High school graduates87.9%
College graduates32.8%
Doing business here
Economic development contacts, most local first:
city
Thornton Economic Development
The Office of Economic Development provides services to businesses and site selectors considering Thornton as a location, including real estate searches, permitting coordination, access to labor market insights, incentive negotiation, and other services. It also supports small businesses through the Alliance Business Assistance Center.
county
Adams County Regional Economic Partnership
AC-REP is the regional chamber and economic development organization for the Greater Adams County area, dedicated to advancing the success of local businesses and communities. It aims to amplify the region's business story, champion workforce development, and drive priorities in energy, housing, and transportation.
state
Colorado Economic Development
The Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade promotes economic growth and long-term job creation by supporting small businesses and encouraging business expansion across Colorado, and champions industries like the creative industries, outdoor recreation, and tourism.
State sales taxYes
State income taxYes
Right-to-work stateNo