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About Montrose, Colorado

Montrose is a locality in Montrose County, Colorado, United States. It has a population of 21,044. The population density is 423.1 people per km². Montrose is located at 38.4783°N, 107.8762°W. It observes the Mountain Time (America/Denver) timezone. ZIP code: 81403.

Montrose rests against the dramatic backdrop of the San Juan Mountains, a place where the high plains yield to a formidable wall of peaks, often capped with snow even in the height of summer. It lies 52.4 miles southeast of Clifton, CO (from Clifton, CO: bearing 144°T), and is situated 21.0 miles south-southeast of Delta. The air here possesses a peculiar clarity, a thin, bright quality at altitude that lends a sharp definition to the distant ranges and the sprawling sagebrush country. In autumn, the aspens ignite the hillsides in a blaze of gold, a fleeting spectacle against the enduring gray-brown of the arid landscape, and the Uncompahgre River, a ribbon of trout-bright water, flows through the valley, a vital artery of life in this dry, interior continental air. The bones of Montrose are those of an Old West mining town, though its prosperity has long since diversified beyond the immediate allure of precious metals. Agriculture, particularly the cultivation of pinto beans and the raising of cattle, has been a steadfast pillar of the local economy, drawing sustenance from the fertile valley floor. More recently, Montrose has embraced its role as a gateway to outdoor recreation, fostering a vibrant tourism industry that celebrates the abundant natural beauty surrounding it, and the quiet hum of commerce reflects this evolving identity. The cultural character of Montrose is one of resilient pragmatism, shaped by its frontier origins and its enduring connection to the land. The Montrose Pavilion, a historic landmark, often hosts performances and community gatherings, serving as a central hub for local life, while the Museum of the Mountain West offers a window into the region's storied past. While not a place widely recognized for celebrity residents, its true fame lies in the quiet lives of its people and the profound sense of place that draws travelers and residents alike to this corner of Colorado.

About This Montrose Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Montrose, Colorado — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 38.47832, -107.876174. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Montrose and Montrose County.

Detailed location data for Montrose includes the ZIP code (81401), telephone area code (719), county seat of Montrose County (Montrose), and school district assignment (Montrose County School District RE-1J). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Montrose is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.