Colorado
Adventure Awaits in the Rockies.
A Message from the Governor
As Governor, Polis has focused on saving Coloradans money, keeping our economy strong, and preserving our Colorado way of life.
Jared Polis
About Colorado
Colorado, known as the “Centennial State,” is a captivating blend of rugged natural beauty and outdoor adventure. Nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, this landlocked state in the western United States offers a diverse array of landscapes, from majestic peaks to expansive plains.
The Rocky Mountains dominate Colorado’s scenery, providing opportunities for hiking, skiing, and mountain biking throughout the year. The state is home to iconic peaks such as Pikes Peak and Longs Peak, attracting mountaineers and outdoor enthusiasts from around the world.
Crimes Overview
Colorado’s crime rates show variation compared to national averages. Murder and assault rates are below the national average, while rates for rape and robbery are slightly above it. Kidnapping incidents are significantly higher. Property crimes such as burglary, arson, vandalism, and theft exceed national averages, with motor vehicle theft being particularly concerning. Identity theft is also a significant issue, and weapon law violations surpass the national average. Conversely, drug offenses are lower than the national average.
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Cities of Colorado
Parachute
Parker
Platteville
Pueblo
Rangely
Rifle
Rocky Ford
Salida
Severance
Sheridan
Silt
Silverthorne
Simla
South Fork
Springfield
Steamboat Springs
Sterling
Telluride
Thornton
Timnath
Trinidad
Vail
Walsh
Westminster
Wheat Ridge
Windsor
Woodland Park
Woodstock
Metropolitan Counties
Adams
Arapahoe
Boulder
Clear Creek
Douglas
El Paso
Gilpin
Jefferson
Larimer
Mesa
Park
Pueblo
Teller
Weld
Non-Metropolitan Counties
Alamosa
Archuleta
Baca
Bent
Chaffee
Conejos
Crowley
Custer
Delta
Dolores
Eagle
Fremont
Garfield
Gunnison
Hinsdale
Huerfano
Kiowa
Kit Carson
Lake
La Plata
Las Animas
Logan
Moffat
Montezuma
Montrose
Morgan
Otero
Ouray
Phillips
Pitkin
Prowers
Rio Blanco
Rio Grande
Routt
San Juan
San Miguel
Summit
Washington
Yuma