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LIVE & WORK
IN COLORADO'S GRAND JUNCTION AREA

Your guide to building a life in Colorado's greater

Grand Junction region.

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Fruita • Grand Junction • Palisade • Mesa County

LIVE BOLDLY. 
WORK FREELY. 
EXPLORE ENDLESSLY.

Nestled between the red rock landscapes of the Colorado Plateau and the lush vineyards of Palisade, the greater Grand Junction region offers an unmatched balance of career opportunities and lifestyle amenities. With a thriving economy, regional airport, top-tier healthcare, excellent educational institutions, and world-class outdoor recreation, life here is all about connection—to nature, to community, and to possibility.

 

Whether you’re exploring hiking trails or scaling cliffs in the Colorado National Monument, biking the 75+ miles of singletrack at 18 Road in Fruita, enjoying a glass of wine on a sunny patio in Palisade, skiing at Powderhorn Mountain resort, or attending one of our famous festivals, life is good here.

 

This is a place where talent sticks, businesses grow, and life outside the office is just as inspiring as what happens in it. 

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FAST FACTS

An Economic Anchor

An Economic Anchor

Featuring a strong and diverse economy, acting as the economic anchor for western Colorado.

Colorado Mesa University

Colorado Mesa University

Home to one of the fastest growing universities in the nation.

Metropolitan Mid-Point

Metropolitan Mid-Point

Grand Junction is the largest region between Denver and Salt Lake City

Colorado's Wine Country

Colorado's Wine Country

With a long history of agriculture, the region is considered Colorado's wine country.

Colorado National Monument

Colorado National Monument

Featuring scenic views with plenty of opportunity for hiking and mountain biking.

Grand Mesa National Forest

Grand Mesa National Forest

Home to the Grand Mesa, covering 500 square miles and topped with 300 lakes.

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HOUSING

Find your perfect place, from historic downtown charm to modern living with 360 red rock views, the greater Grand Junction region offers space to grow.

COST OF LIVING

Enjoy Colorado's beauty without the Front Range price tag. More value, more sunshine, more life. 

HEALTHCARE

Top-tier medical care close to home, with four hospitals serving western Colorado and beyond.

CLIMATE

With over 250 days of sunshine annually and mild seasons, our high desert climate makes outdoor living a year-round lifestyle.

WORK

Discover employment opportunities in thriving economy where industry and innovation grow side by side.

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KEY INDUSTRIES

Innovation meets opportunity across sectors including healthcare, advanced manufacturing, energy, transportation, outdoor recreation, and arts & culture.

MAJOR EMPLOYERS

Home to industry leaders in healthcare, construction, manufacturing, and technology, get to know our community's major employers.

EMPLOYMENT RESOURCES

Find your next opportunity through local job boards, workforce programs, and professional development networks.

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

Launch, grow, or relocation with support from economic development partners who make doing business in western Colorado simple and strategic.

Education in Grand Junction

LEARN

From K-12 to higher education and hands-on training, the greater Grand Junction area offers learning opportunities that grow with you.

K-12 EDUCATION

Meet a supportive school community focused on growth, belonging, and preparing students for bright futures with Mesa County Valley School District 51.

HIGHER EDUCATION

Home to Colorado Mesa University (CMU), one of the fastest growing universities in the nation currently serving over 11,000 students. With more than 225 academic programs, CMU is known for its strong ties to local employers and being where innovation and opportunity go hand in hand.

TECHNICAL TRAINING

Hands-on programs at CMU Tech and local partners equip students with real-world skills in high-demand industries including construction technology, manufacturing, HVAC, welding, culinary science, applied business, and more.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Advance your career beyond the classroom through leadership programs, continued education, and networks that help you thrive in Western Colorado.

WAYS TO GET CONNECTED

IMPACTFUL STORIES

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