Russell, Colorado
Russell: Positioned at an elevation of 8,428 feet in the San Luis Valley of southern Colorado, this rural community lies within Costilla County near the foothills of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains.
About
Russell is a city located in the county of Costilla in the U.S. state of Colorado.
Quick Facts about Russell
| State | Colorado (United States) |
| County | Costilla County |
| Latitude & Longitude | 37.5553,-105.2878 |
| Time Zone | America/Denver |
| Local time | 13:11:14 (9th November 2026) |
| Weather | 30℉ Clear 7-days weather |
Geography
Russell is located at 37°33'19"N 105°17'16"W (37.5552900, -105.2877800).
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Weather
30°F
Clear
5 mph W
Overnight
Clear, with a low around 30. West wind around 5 mph.
7-Day Forecast
Placer
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Russell, 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 (4)
Rail and bus stations connected to Russell, CO. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AMC | Alamosa, CO | 111 Pike Avenue | BUS |
| TRI | Trinidad | 110 West Pine Street | RAIL |
| PUB | Pueblo, Colorado | 1080 Chinook Lane | BUS |
| RAT | Raton | 201 South First Street | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Russell.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Fort Garland Post Office | Fort Garland (CO) | 81133 |
Other places with the same name (3)
- Russell, Ohio township in Geauga County, Ohio. with a population of 5,177 people.
- Russell, Kentucky city in the U.S. state of Kentucky. with a population of 3,207 people.
- Russell, Massachusetts town in the U.S. state of Massachusetts. with a population of 1,787 people.