Castlewood, Colorado facts for kids
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Castlewood, Colorado
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Location of Castlewood in Arapahoe County, Colorado.
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Colorado |
| County | Arapahoe County |
| City | City of Centennial |
| Elevation | 5,728 ft (1,746 m) |
| Population
(2000)
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| • Total | 25,567 |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (MST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) |
| Area codes | 303 & 720 |
| GNIS feature | Castlewood, Colorado |
Castlewood is a neighborhood located in the City of Centennial, Colorado. It used to be known as a census-designated place (CDP). A CDP is a special area that the government counts for population, but it's not officially a city or town. In the year 2000, about 25,567 people lived in Castlewood. Since 2001, Castlewood has been an official part of the City of Centennial.
Where is Castlewood Located?
Castlewood is found in the state of Colorado. Its exact location is at coordinates 39.585 degrees north and 104.901 degrees west. This puts it within Arapahoe County.
How Many People Live Here?
The number of people living in Castlewood has changed over the years. The United States Census Bureau collects this information.
| former Castlewood CDP | ||
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1980 | 16,413 | — |
| 1990 | 24,392 | +48.6% |
| 2000 | 25,567 | +4.8% |
| Source: United States Census Bureau | ||
- In 1980, the population was 16,413 people.
- By 1990, it grew to 24,392 residents.
- In 2000, the population reached 25,567 people.
What Businesses are in Castlewood?
Castlewood has been home to different businesses. For example, the main office of Blackjack Pizza was located here in 1999. This was when Castlewood was still a census-designated place.
