Paradox, Colorado
Paradox: Located in western Colorado's Montrose County at an elevation of 5,299 feet, this unincorporated community sits within the geologically complex Paradox Valley.
About
Paradox is a city located in the county of Montrose in the U.S. state of Colorado.
Quick Facts about Paradox
| State | Colorado (United States) |
| County | Montrose County |
| Latitude & Longitude | 38.3683,-108.9623 |
| Time Zone | America/Denver |
| Local time | 11:13:12 (6th November 2026) |
| Postal code | 81429 |
| Weather | 40℉ Mostly Cloudy 7-days weather |
Geography
Paradox is located at 38°22'6"N 108°57'44"W (38.3683200, -108.9623300).
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Weather
40°F
Mostly Cloudy
0 to 5 mph NNW
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 40. North northwest wind 0 to 5 mph.
7-Day Forecast
Paradox zip code is 81429.
County name: Montrose, County
fips: 08085
Nearby Transit Stations (1)
Rail and bus stations connected to Paradox, CO. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| GJT | Grand Junction | 339 South 1st Street | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Paradox.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Paradox Post Office | Paradox (CO) | 81429 |
Other cities in Montrose County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Montrose County , CO.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Montrose | 19,902 | Coastal resort town and former royal burgh in Angus, Scotland |
| Olathe | 1,824 | Human settlement in Montrose County, Colorado, United States of America |