Elevation
Colorado Springs elevation
Colorado Springs, Colorado is 6,010 feet (1,832 meters) above sea level — more than a mile high.
What 6,010 feet means in Colorado Springs
Among the 200 cities on this site, Colorado Springs is higher than most. At 6,010 ft the air holds noticeably less oxygen per breath than at the coast. Most people adapt within a few days; exercise feels harder at first.
Air pressure. Air pressure falls as you climb, about 1 inHg for every 1,000 ft near the ground. In Colorado Springs a barometer that is not corrected to sea level reads around 23.97 inHg on an average day, while the weather forecast still quotes a sea-level number near 29.92 inHg. See today’s live barometric pressure in Colorado Springs.
Cooking. Water boils at about 201 °F (93.8 °C) here, so boiled foods cook more slowly and baking recipes often need small high-altitude adjustments. Boiling point at altitude
Where the number comes from. The elevation is for the city center point in the GeoNames gazetteer, taken from a digital elevation model. To check the exact elevation where you are standing, use What is my elevation?
Elevation of places near Colorado Springs
| Place | Elevation (ft) | Elevation (m) | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Denver, CO | 5,279 | 1,609 | 63 mi |
| Breckenridge, CO | 9,728 | 2,965 | 79 mi |
| Leadville, CO | 10,161 | 3,097 | 84 mi |
| Boulder, CO | 5,328 | 1,624 | 85 mi |
| Vail, CO | 8,189 | 2,496 | 100 mi |
| Aspen, CO | 7,890 | 2,405 | 110 mi |
| Estes Park, CO | 7,546 | 2,300 | 113 mi |
| Fort Collins, CO | 5,003 | 1,525 | 122 mi |
Frequently asked questions
What is the elevation of Colorado Springs?
Colorado Springs, Colorado is about 6,010 feet (1,832 meters) above sea level, measured at the city center. Neighborhoods higher or lower in the city can differ by a few hundred feet.
What is the air pressure in Colorado Springs because of its elevation?
On a standard day the air pressure at 6,010 ft is about 23.97 inHg (812 hPa), 80% of sea-level pressure. Each breath holds about 80% as much oxygen as at sea level. Live barometric pressure in Colorado Springs.
At what temperature does water boil in Colorado Springs?
About 201 °F (93.8 °C), compared with 212 °F (100 °C) at sea level, so pasta, eggs and beans take a little longer to cook.