What is the Capital of Colorado?

What is the capital of Colorado?

Denver

Denver is the capital of Colorado (CO). Colorado is known as The Centennial State and sits in the West. See the full Colorado profile for borders, symbols, map practice, and quizzes.

Study note

Colorado joined the Union in 1876. Review Denver with other West capitals before mixing all 50 states.

Quick facts

Nickname

The Centennial State

Abbreviation

Region

West · Mountain

Statehood

1876

More West capitals

Review Denver with nearby West capitals before mixing all 50 states.

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Bordering states

Colorado borders Kansas, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Utah, Wyoming. Border context helps capitals stick to the map.

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FAQ

What is the capital of Colorado?

The capital of Colorado is Denver.

What is Colorado's capital city?

Denver is the capital city of Colorado.

What region is Colorado in?

Colorado is in the West region, in the Mountain division.

How can I practice Colorado and its capital?

Use the State Capitals Quiz on StateGuess, then review the full states and capitals list.