Monte Vista, Colorado
Monte Vista: home rule municipality in Colorado
About
Monte Vista is a city located in the county of Rio Grande in the U.S. state of Colorado. Its population at the 2010 census was 4,444. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 4,067 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Monte Vista
| Population | 4,067 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Colorado (United States) |
| County | Rio Grande County |
| Phone Area Codes | 719 |
| Water as percent of area | 0.69% |
| Land as percent of area | 99.31% |
| Latitude & Longitude | 37.5792,-106.1481 |
| Altitude | 7,664 feet / 2336 meters |
| Time Zone | Mountain Time Zone |
| Local time | 00:02:30 (19th April 2026) |
| Postal code | 81144 |
| Population growth | -9.27% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 19℉ Mostly Clear 7-days weather |
Geography
Monte Vista is located at 37°34'45"N 106°8'53"W (37.5791700, -106.1480800).
Monte Vista map
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Weather
Mostly clear, with a low around 19. Northwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Monte Vista decreased by 9.27% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 4,444 | - | census |
| 2011 | 4,412 | -0.73% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 4,389 | -0.52% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 4,313 | -1.76% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 4,245 | -1.6% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 4,184 | -1.46% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 4,173 | -0.26% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 4,156 | -0.41% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 4,139 | -0.41% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 4,138 | -0.02% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 4,067 | -1.75% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Monte Vista
1Usda AG Services Center
881 US Hwy 285, Monte Vista, CO 81144, United States View details
Phone: +17198520960 | Website available
People born in Monte Vista (2)
People born in Monte Vista, including Canadian politician Myron Thompson, Greg Smith, .
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Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Monte Vista, 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 Monte Vista, 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 Monte Vista.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Monte Vista Post Office | Monte Vista (CO) | 81144 |
Other cities in Rio Grande County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Rio Grande County , CO.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Del Norte | 1,541 | City in Rio Grande County, Colorado, United States of America |
| South Fork | 425 | Town of the United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Monte Vista distances to largest Colorado cities