Denver Population 2026
Denver has a population of 729,019, making it the #19 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Colorado. Roughly 0.2% of United States's population lives here. It is about 12× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
729,019
Rank in United States
#19
Coordinates
39.74°N, 104.98°W
~1,609 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Centennial | 109,741 | #283 |
Cities near Denver
- Wheat Ridge31,192 people · ~8 km away
- Commerce City53,696 people · ~9 km away
- Lakewood152,597 people · ~9 km away
- Englewood33,082 people · ~10 km away
- Arvada115,368 people · ~11 km away
- Westminster116,317 people · ~12 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Denver?
Denver has a population of 729,019 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #19 biggest city in United States.
What state is Denver in?
Denver is located in Colorado, United States.
Is Denver 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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