Alamosa, Colorado
Alamosa: city in Colorado, USA
About
Alamosa is a city located in the county of Alamosa in the U.S. state of Colorado. Its population at the 2010 census was 8,780. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 9,367 inhabitants.
The city was created 148 years ago in 1877.
Quick Facts about Alamosa
| Population | 9,367 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Colorado (United States) |
| County | Alamosa County |
| Phone Area Codes | 719 |
| Water as percent of area | 2.26% |
| Land as percent of area | 97.74% |
| Latitude & Longitude | 37.4695,-105.8700 |
| Altitude | 7,543 feet / 2299 meters |
| Capital city | Alamosa is capital of Alamosa County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1878 (148 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Mountain Time Zone |
| Local time | 02:38:56 (19th April 2026) |
| Postal code | 81101 |
| Population growth | 6.27% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 15℉ Mostly Clear 7-days weather |
Geography
Alamosa is located at 37°28'10"N 105°52'12"W (37.4694500, -105.8700200).
Alamosa map
Weather
Mostly clear, with a low around 15. Northwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
7-Day ForecastOfficial website of Alamosa
Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Alamosa increased by 6.27% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 8,780 | - | census |
| 2011 | 9,030 | 2.77% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 9,035 | 0.06% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 9,109 | 0.81% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 9,156 | 0.51% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 9,270 | 1.23% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 9,361 | 0.97% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 9,455 | 0.99% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 9,566 | 1.16% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 9,591 | 0.26% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 9,367 | -2.39% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Alamosa
1Alamosa City Hall
300 Hunt Ave, Alamosa, CO 81101 View details
Phone: +17195892593 | Website available
2US Rural Development
2205 State Ave, Alamosa, CO 81101, United States View details
Phone: +17195895661 | Website available
People born in Alamosa (17)
People born in Alamosa, including politician Ken Salazar, politician John Salazar, politician Garrey Carruthers, .
More notable people
- Norman G. Thomas (American astronomer) he was born in 01/05/1930
- Michael Johnson (American pop, country and folk singer-songwriter and guitarist) he was born in 08/08/1944
- Chuck Asay (cartoonist) he was born in 01/09/1942
- Danny Ledonne (American film director) he was born in 18/01/1982
- David E. Clemmer (American chemist) he was born in 23/02/1965
- Edward L. Romero (United States ambassador) he was born in 02/01/1934
- Grant James (American rower) he was born in 17/08/1987
- Jack R. Janney (American engineer) he was born in 17/06/1924
- Ross James (American rower) he was born in 17/08/1987
- Michael Lukow (American Paralympic archer) he was born in 08/06/1986
- Ernestine D. Evans (politician) she was born in 01/01/1917
- Kris Paronto he was born in 02/03/1971
- Jim Carruthers (American politician) he was born in 04/12/1940
- Ivan Sack (forester) he was born in 04/10/1908
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Alamosa, CO. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 126182 | Adams State University | Alamosa (CO) | 81101 |
Nearby Transit Stations (3)
Rail and bus stations connected to Alamosa, CO. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AMC | Alamosa, CO | 111 Pike Avenue | BUS |
| PSG | Poncha Springs, CO | 6250 US Highway 285 | BUS |
| SLD | Salida, CO | 54 Jones Avenue | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Alamosa.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Alamosa Post Office | Alamosa (CO) | 81101 |
Other cities in Alamosa County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Alamosa County , CO.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Hooper | 104 | Human settlement in Alamosa County, Colorado, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Alamosa distances to largest Colorado cities