Place description

The most populous municipality of Mesa County, Grand Junction is a home rule municipality in the state of Colorado, USA. It is a commercial centre and a transportation hub within the area that lies between the Continental Divide and the Green River.

The city lies along the Colorado River’s confluence with the Gunnison River. Nicknamed ‘River City’ the municipality’s name comes from its relation to rivers. “Grand” is derived from the Grand River which was renamed the Upper Colorado River in 1921. The “Junction” comes from the confluence of the Gunnison and Colorado Rivers. Today, the area’ s economy is largely dependent on healthcare, education, tourism, agriculture and mining.

Important landmarks/places nearby

If there is one thing you can expect while you study in Grand Junction, it is scenic beauty. There are multiple spots you can visit that offer a different but equally beautiful view. Some of these scenic places are Cold Shivers Point Overlook, Independence Monument View and Coke Ovens Overlook. You can also go on the Grand Junction tour to get a crash course about the place of your study. The Escape House Grand Junction is another place you can go to with friends for a fun-filled experience.

Crime rate

The crime rate of Grand Junction, Colorado in the year 2018 was 436.69 per 100,000 population. The crime rate is significantly higher than other US cities even though there was a 24.57% reduction in recorded rate as compared to the previous year. We recommend you have a look at some crime statistics yourself before making any final decision.

Nearby Airports

Grand Junction Regional Airport is the nearest airport from the campus, just 11 minutes away. If you are looking for an international airport for travel out of the country, you would have to either drive for 4 and a half hours to reach the Denver International Airport or take a connecting flight to any other international airport in the country.

Nearby Subways and train stations

There are no subway stations nearby and the only train station nearby is the Grand Junction Station. If you are looking for a means of transportation for your daily commute, we recommend you either take a taxi or opt for the bus. The nearest bus stops are all about 7-8 minutes away. Independent Avenue west of 1st Street, Independent Avenue east of Poplar Drive, 25 ½ Road north of Independent Avenue (Sam's Club) and Base Rock Street and Rimrock Avenue (Walmart - Loop at east Corner) are some the nearest bus stops.

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