Telluride
Town in San Miguel County, Colorado
Telluride is a town in San Miguel County, Colorado, with 2,607 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 8,750 ft (2,667 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Mountain Village, 2.2 miles W.
- 2,607residents (2020 Census)
- 8,750 ftelevation · 2,667 m
- 2.2 sq miland area · 5.7 km²
- 1,179 / sq mipopulation density
- 81426ZIP code
About Telluride
Telluride is the county seat and most populous town of San Miguel County in the southwestern portion of the U.S. state of Colorado. The town is a former silver mining camp on the San Miguel River in the western San Juan Mountains. The first gold mining claim was made in the mountains above Telluride in 1875, and early settlement of what is now Telluride followed. The town was founded in 1878.
Telluride sits in a box canyon. Steep forested mountains and cliffs surround it, with Bridal Veil Falls situated at the canyon's head. Numerous weathered ruins of old mining operations dot the hillsides. A free gondola connects the town with its companion town, Mountain Village, at the base of the ski area. Telluride and the surrounding area have featured prominently in popular culture, and it is the subject of several popular songs. It is especially known for its ski resort and slopes during the winter, as well as an extensive festival schedule during the summer, including the Hot Air Balloon Festival, which traditionally occurs the first weekend in June.
The Telluride Historic District, which includes a significant portion of the town, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is also one of Colorado's 20 National Historic Landmarks. The town population was 2,607 in the 2020 United States census.
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Living in Telluride
- Median household income
- $102,405
- Median rent
- $3,056/mo
- Median age
- 48.9
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Telluride had 2,607 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 2,607 |
|---|---|
| Density | 1,179 per sq mi (455 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Telluride at a glance
| State | Colorado (CO) |
|---|---|
| County | San Miguel County |
| Type | Town |
| Population | 2,607 (2020) |
| Land area | 2.21 sq mi (5.7 km²) |
| Elevation | 8,750 ft (2,667 m) |
| Coordinates | 37.9402° N, 107.8182° W |
| ZIP code | 81426 |
| Official website | telluride-co.gov |
| Census code (GEOID) | 0876795 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Telluride
- Mountain Village2.2 mi W
- Ophir5.8 mi S
- Ouray9.9 mi NE
- Sawpit10.7 mi W
- Silverton12.2 mi SE
- Portland12.3 mi NE
- Placerville12.9 mi W
- Ridgway15.4 mi N
- Loghill Village18.1 mi N
- Rico20.9 mi SW
- Colona26.8 mi N
- Lake City28.2 mi E
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Frequently asked questions about Telluride
What county is Telluride in?
Telluride is in San Miguel County, Colorado.
What is the population of Telluride, CO?
2,607 people lived in Telluride at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Telluride, CO?
The ZIP code of Telluride is 81426.
What is the elevation of Telluride?
8,750 feet (2,667 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Telluride?
Mountain Village (2.2 mi), Ophir (5.8 mi), Ouray (9.9 mi), Sawpit (10.7 mi), Silverton (12.2 mi).
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