Centennial
A community guide to Centennial in Colorado, the United States.
- Population
- 108,418 residents
- Region
- Colorado
- Country
- the United States
- Coordinates
- 39.5792, -104.8769
History
The history of Centennial is bound up with the broader story of Colorado. Settlement, agriculture, and trade have all left their mark on the area, with successive generations of residents contributing to the community as it stands today. Like many places across the United States, Centennial has experienced periods of growth and quiet alongside the patterns of regional change. Local landmarks, civic buildings, and cultural sites carry traces of each chapter in the area's longer story.
Overview
Centennial is a populated place in Colorado, the United States. The community supports 108,418 residents and serves as one of the recognised localities of Colorado. Its position within the broader regional network gives Centennial a distinct local character shaped by surrounding communities and shared services.
Geography and location
Centennial sits at approximate coordinates 39.5792 latitude and -104.8769 longitude within Colorado. The terrain and natural features around Centennial reflect those typical of its part of the United States, with land use, water access, and transport corridors that have shaped the way the community has developed over time. Travel distances to neighbouring populated places vary, with the wider Colorado road network providing the principal routes in and out.
Getting there
Reaching Centennial typically involves the regional road network of Colorado or, for longer journeys, connecting to one of the wider transport corridors that traverse the United States. Local routes link Centennial to surrounding towns and to the principal arteries that carry traffic between the larger urban centres of Colorado. Travel times depend on the route taken, the time of day, and the season — all standard considerations for navigating the area around Centennial.