MHYP News

Denver’s economy is on fire! Denver's chief economist today reported significant growth in employment, retail sales and construction, plus a surging housing market. Denver is experiencing the strongest economic outlook we’ve had since 2008.

We are coming out of this recession poised for success:

• We added 12,250 new jobs and 1,000 new business enterprises in 2012.
• We added nearly 15,000 new residents.
• Our resident labor force is at a record high, with 330,000 people employed.
• We have the strongest housing market in the nation.
• Our home values and construction permits are way up.
• Consumer confidence is on the rise, evidenced by the 4.6% increase in retail sales and 9.4% jump in vehicle purchases.
• Unemployment continues to drop, now standing at 7.3%.