Wheat Ridge Population 2026
Wheat Ridge has a population of 31,192, making it the #1478 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Colorado. It is about 282× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
31,192
Rank in United States
#1478
Coordinates
39.77°N, 105.08°W
~1,664 m elevation · America/Denver
Distance to capital (Washington)
2,404 km
1,493 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 Wheat Ridge
- Arvada115,368 people · ~4 km away
- Lakewood152,597 people · ~7 km away
- Denver729,019 people · ~8 km away
- Westminster116,317 people · ~9 km away
- Commerce City53,696 people · ~13 km away
- Thornton133,451 people · ~14 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Wheat Ridge?
Wheat Ridge has a population of 31,192 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1478 biggest city in United States.
What state is Wheat Ridge in?
Wheat Ridge is located in Colorado, United States.
Is Wheat Ridge the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 2,404 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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