Colorado Springs

Colorado Springs is a dynamic city in east-central Colorado, and the most populous in El Paso County. Home to 478,961 residents (2020 census), it’s the state’s second-largest city and a key hub within the Front Range Urban Corridor, situated 70 miles south of Denver. The city boasts a high-altitude lifestyle at 6,035 feet (1,839 m) above sea level, attracting those who appreciate an active, outdoors-focused environment.

Defined by its proximity to the majestic Pikes Peak (14,115 ft / 4,302.31 m), Colorado Springs offers a blend of urban convenience and easy access to the Southern Rocky Mountains. It’s the largest city north of Mexico situated above 6,000 feet, creating a unique climate and landscape. Expect a growing, relatively affordable (for Colorado) base with a strong military presence and a burgeoning tech scene.