Colorado Springs Population 2026
Colorado Springs has a population of 456,568, making it the #43 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Colorado. Roughly 0.1% of United States's population lives here. It is about 19× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
456,568
Rank in United States
#43
Coordinates
38.83°N, 104.82°W
~1,832 m elevation · America/Denver
Distance to capital (Washington)
2,396 km
1,488 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Colorado
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Denver | 729,019 | #19 |
| Aurora | 359,407 | #54 |
| Fort Collins | 170,924 | #156 |
| Lakewood | 152,597 | #180 |
| Thornton | 133,451 | #210 |
| Westminster | 116,317 | #253 |
| Arvada | 115,368 | #256 |
| Centennial | 109,741 | #283 |
Cities near Colorado Springs
- Security-Widefield32,882 people · ~13 km away
- Fountain27,767 people · ~20 km away
- Pueblo West29,637 people · ~54 km away
- Cañon City16,400 people · ~57 km away
- Castle Rock55,591 people · ~60 km away
- Pueblo109,412 people · ~67 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Colorado Springs?
Colorado Springs has a population of 456,568 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #43 biggest city in United States.
What state is Colorado Springs in?
Colorado Springs is located in Colorado, United States.
Is Colorado Springs the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 2,396 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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