Cities & Towns in Colorado,
Colorado, state of the United States of America. As of 2020 state had an estimated population of 5,807,719 inhabitants. The state was created 148 years ago in 1876. Its capital city is Denver.
Denver
Denver, The twentieth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Denver metropolitan area.
Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs, The second most populous city in Colorado and the center of the Colorado Springs metropolitan area.
Aurora
Aurora, The third most populous city in Colorado and the center of the Denver metropolitan area.
With its diverse landscape of mountains, high plains, forests, and deserts, Colorado is home to many unique and interesting cities and towns. From the bustling metropolis of Denver to the charming mountain towns like Aspen and Telluride, the Centennial State offers a bit of everything when it comes to urban areas.
In this post, we'll take a tour through some of the most notable cities and towns that Colorado has to offer. We'll look at the history, attractions, and character of places like Colorado Springs, Boulder, Durango, Steamboat Springs, and more. Whether you're considering a move to Colorado or just want to learn more about the state, this overview of its cities and towns will give you a taste of the diversity found within its borders. Each area has its own vibe and appeal, from the artsy feel of Boulder to the Old West atmosphere of Durango.
Colorado's growth over the past few decades has shaped many of its urban areas into vibrant places to live, work, and visit. The influx of outdoor enthusiasts and young professionals has brought new energy, culture, and development. At the same time, many cities have retained their historical roots and mountain town charm. Looking at the unique urban areas found in the Centennial State provides a window into the culture and soul of Colorado. Join us as we explore some of the best cities and towns that Colorado has to offer!
All Colorado Cities (Aphebetical)
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Colorado.
| City Name | Title | County | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Denver | The twentieth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Denver metropolitan area. | Denver | 735,538 |
| Colorado Springs | The second most populous city in Colorado and the center of the Colorado Springs metropolitan area. | El Paso | 482,131 |
| Aurora | The third most populous city in Colorado and the center of the Denver metropolitan area. | Adams | 387,377 |
| Fort Collins | The fifth most populous city in Colorado. | Larimer | 168,234 |
| Lakewood | The fifth most populous city in Colorado. | Jefferson | 157,429 |
| Thornton | The seventh most populous city in Colorado. | Adams | 148,113 |
| Arvada | The second most populous city in Jefferson County, Colorado. | Jefferson | 121,936 |
| Westminster | The most populous city in Adams County, Colorado. | Adams | 115,046 |
| Pueblo | The most populous city in Pueblo County, Colorado. | Pueblo | 112,751 |
| Centennial | The second most populous city in Arapahoe County, Colorado. | Arapahoe | 110,156 |
| Greeley | The third most populous city in Weld County, Colorado. | Weld | 108,958 |
| Boulder | The most populous city in Boulder County, Colorado. | Boulder | 107,645 |
| Longmont | The most populous city in Boulder County, Colorado. | Boulder | 98,445 |
| Highlands Ranch | Census designated place | Douglas | 96,713 |
| Loveland | The eighth most populous city in Colorado. | Larimer | 83,517 |
| Broomfield | A city in Broomfield County, Colorado. | Broomfield | 72,236 |
| Castle Rock | The most populous city in Douglas County, Colorado. | Douglas | 70,567 |
| Grand Junction | The most populous city in Mesa County, Colorado. | Mesa | 63,447 |
| Commerce City | The most populous city in Adams County, Colorado. | Adams | 60,336 |
| Parker | The most populous city in Douglas County, Colorado. | Douglas | 58,673 |
| Littleton | A city in Arapahoe County, Colorado. | Arapahoe | 46,000 |
| Southglenn | Neighborhood in Centennial, Colorado, United States | Arapahoe | 42,268 |
| Brighton | A city in Adams County, Colorado. | Adams | 40,783 |
| Northglenn | City in Colorado | Adams | 38,845 |
| Englewood | City in Bergen County, New Jersey, United States | Arapahoe | 35,099 |
| Ken Caryl | Census-designated place in Jefferson County, Colorado | Jefferson | 32,438 |
| Wheat Ridge | City in Colorado, USA | Jefferson | 31,857 |
| Fountain | City in Colorado, United States | El Paso | 31,017 |
| Erie | Town in Boulder County, Colorado, USA | Boulder | 30,318 |
| Lafayette | City in Colorado | Boulder | 28,579 |
| Windsor | Municipality in Colorado | Weld | 27,659 |
| Castlewood | City in Hamlin County, South Dakota, United States | Arapahoe | 25,271 |
| Columbine | School shooting at Columbine High School in Columbine, Colorado, United States on 20 April 1999 | Jefferson | 24,280 |
| Evans | Home rule municipality in Weld County, Colorado | Weld | 23,183 |
| Golden | County seat of Jefferson County, Colorado, United States | Jefferson | 20,347 |
| Montrose | Coastal resort town and former royal burgh in Angus, Scotland | Montrose | 19,902 |
| Durango | City in and county seat of La Plata County, Colorado, United States | La Plata | 19,690 |
| Louisville | City in Colorado | Boulder | 19,060 |
| Sherrelwood | Census-designated place in Adams County, Colorado | Adams | 18,287 |
| Pueblo West | Census-designated place in Pueblo County, Colorado | Pueblo | 16,899 |
| Cañon City | City in Colorado, United States | Fremont | 16,679 |
| Cimarron Hills | Census designated place | El Paso | 16,161 |
| Firestone | Human settlement in Weld County, Colorado, United States of America | Weld | 15,298 |
| Greenwood Village | City in Colorado | Arapahoe | 14,907 |
| Welby | Census-designated place in Colorado | Adams | 14,846 |
| Fruita | Home Rule Municipality located in the western part of Mesa County, Colorado | Mesa | 14,295 |
| Sterling | City in Colorado | Logan | 14,078 |
| Johnstown | Municipality in Colorado, USA | Weld | 13,923 |
| Fort Carson | United States Army installation | El Paso | 13,813 |
| Lone Tree | City in Douglas County, Colorado, United States of America | Adams | 13,614 |
| Federal Heights | City in Adams County, Colorado, United States | Adams | 13,598 |
| Superior | Statutory Town in Boulder and Jefferson counties in the U. | Boulder | 13,413 |
| Steamboat Springs | County seat city in Routt County, Colorado, USA | Routt | 13,169 |
| Black Forest | Census designated place | El Paso | 13,116 |
| Castle Pines | City in Douglas County, Colorado, United States of America | Douglas | 11,664 |
| Frederick | Settlement in Weld County, Colorado, United States | Weld | 11,515 |
| Fort Morgan | City in Colorado, United States | Morgan | 11,249 |
| Berkley | Census designated place | Adams | 11,207 |
| Berthoud | Town of the United States | Larimer | 10,806 |
| The Pinery | Census designated place | Douglas | 10,517 |
| Edwards | Location in Colorado, USA | Eagle | 10,266 |
| Glenwood Springs | City in Colorado | Garfield | 10,222 |
| Rifle | City in Colorado | Garfield | 9,775 |
| Wellington | Town in Colorado, United States | Larimer | 9,620 |
| Alamosa | City in Colorado, USA | Alamosa | 9,367 |
| Roxborough Park | Census designated place | Douglas | 9,099 |
| Delta | City in Colorado | Delta | 9,030 |
| Stonegate | Census-designated place in Douglas County, Colorado | Douglas | 8,962 |
| Craig | City in Colorado | Moffat | 8,953 |
| Woodmoor | Census designated place in El Paso County, Colorado, United States | El Paso | 8,741 |
| Cortez | Town in and county seat of Montezuma County, Colorado, United States | Montezuma | 8,734 |
| Milliken | City in Weld County, Colorado, United States of America | Weld | 8,688 |
| Fort Lupton | City in Weld County, Colorado, United States of America | Weld | 8,666 |
| Monument | Town in El Paso County, Colorado, United States | El Paso | 8,152 |
| Woodland Park | City in Teller County, Colorado, United States of America | Teller | 8,151 |
| Trinidad | Home Rule Municipality in Las Animas County, Colorado, United States | Las Animas | 8,127 |
| Lochbuie | Town of the United States in Weld County in United States of America | Weld | 7,885 |
| Fruitvale | Census-designated place in Mesa County, Colorado | Mesa | 7,675 |
| Aspen | Town in Pitkin County, Colorado, USA | Pitkin | 7,657 |
| Lamar | City in Colorado | Prowers | 7,641 |
| Severance | City in Weld County, Colorado, United States of America | Weld | 7,634 |
| Gypsum | Town of the United States | Eagle | 7,304 |
| Applewood | Census designated place | Jefferson | 7,160 |
| Avon | Home Rule Municipality that is a town in Eagle County, Colorado, United States | Eagle | 6,952 |
| Eagle | Human settlement in Eagle County, Colorado, United States of America | Eagle | 6,911 |
| Stratmoor | Census-designated place in El Paso County, Colorado | El Paso | 6,900 |
| La Junta | City in Colorado | Otero | 6,854 |
| Gunnison | County seat of Gunnison County, Colorado, United States | Gunnison | 6,840 |
| Orchard Mesa | Census-designated place in Mesa County, Colorado | Mesa | 6,836 |
| Carbondale | Town of the United States | Garfield | 6,729 |
| Cherry Hills Village | City in Colorado, United States | Arapahoe | 6,620 |
| Gleneagle | Census designated place | El Paso | 6,611 |
| Dacono | City in Weld County, Colorado, United States of America | Weld | 6,572 |
| Estes Park | Town in Larimer County, Colorado, United States | Larimer | 6,553 |
| Twin Lakes | City in Freeborn County, Minnesota, United States of America | Adams | 6,101 |
| Sheridan | City in State of Colorado, United States | Arapahoe | 6,027 |
| Eaton | Human settlement in Weld County, Colorado, United States of America | Weld | 6,000 |
| Salida | City in Chaffee County, Colorado, United States | Chaffee | 5,690 |
| Vail | Home Rule Municipality in Eagle County, Colorado, United States | Eagle | 5,489 |
| Manitou Springs | City in Colorado | El Paso | 5,461 |
