Cañon City Population 2026
Cañon City has a population of 16,400, making it the #2865 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Colorado. It is about 537× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
16,400
Rank in United States
#2865
Coordinates
38.44°N, 105.24°W
~1,631 m elevation · America/Denver
Distance to capital (Washington)
2,440 km
1,515 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Colorado
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Denver | 729,019 | #19 |
| Colorado Springs | 456,568 | #43 |
| 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 |
Cities near Cañon City
- Pueblo West29,637 people · ~46 km away
- Fountain27,767 people · ~54 km away
- Colorado Springs456,568 people · ~57 km away
- Security-Widefield32,882 people · ~57 km away
- Pueblo109,412 people · ~59 km away
- Castle Rock55,591 people · ~109 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Cañon City?
Cañon City has a population of 16,400 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2865 biggest city in United States.
What state is Cañon City in?
Cañon City is located in Colorado, United States.
Is Cañon City the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 2,440 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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