Cortez city, Colorado
Official LSAD Designation: Cortez city • Census GEOID: 0817375
• Montezuma County
Cortez city is an incorporated city in Montezuma County, Colorado. According to official records from the Census (2025), Cortez city had an estimated population of 9,126 residents. Official Census Bureau geographic records classify this community under LSAD designation Cortez city (GEOID 0817375).
Local Government Administration U.S. Census Bureau GMAF
City Of Cortez
Municipal
Official Title:
City Manager
Address:
210 E MAIN ST, CORTEZ CO 81321-3244
County Of Montezuma
County
Official Title:
County Administrator
Address:
109 W MAIN ST, ROOM 302, CORTEZ CO 81321
Civic & Statistical Snapshot
| Category | Estimate | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,126 | 2025 |
| Median Household Income | $54,247 | 2020-2024 |
| Median Home Value | $272,900 | 2020-2024 |
| Land Area | 6.20 sq mi | Gazetteer (2026) |
| Civic & Public Services | Hospitals, Libraries, Colleges | CMS / IMLS / IPEDS |
| Schools & Districts | NCES Directory Listings | Provided by k12guides.com |
| Nearby Airports | Landing Facilities | Provided by airport-data.com |
| Climate & Weather | NOAA 30-Year Normals | 1991–2020 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).