Centennial Population 2026
Centennial has a population of 109,741, making it the #283 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Colorado. It is about 80× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
109,741
Rank in United States
#283
Coordinates
39.58°N, 104.88°W
~1,777 m elevation · America/Denver
Distance to capital (Washington)
2,389 km
1,484 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 Centennial
- Greenwood Village15,663 people · ~8 km away
- Highlands Ranch96,713 people · ~8 km away
- Parker49,550 people · ~12 km away
- Englewood33,082 people · ~12 km away
- Littleton46,368 people · ~13 km away
- Aurora359,407 people · ~17 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Centennial?
Centennial has a population of 109,741 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #283 biggest city in United States.
What state is Centennial in?
Centennial is located in Colorado, United States.
Is Centennial the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 2,389 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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