The population of Colo City is diverse. The ethnic makeup of the city varies, with a majority of its people being Hispanic or Latino. Twenty-nine percent are Mexican Americans. While the majority of the population is of Mexican descent, the average person here speaks English at home. A fifth of the population is of German descent, with another 9.7% of residents claiming Irish, English, or Italian ancestry.
The city is divided into a series of numbered and named streets. The numbered streets begin at Broadway and Colfax Avenue, while the named streets start at the I-25 viaducts. One notable remnant of the city's grid system is Park Avenue, which is located in the Civic Center. This historic street is named for the city's first mayor, who named it Park Avenue. It has the most historical significance of all the neighborhoods in the city.
The state capital and most populous city in Colorado, Denver is also its largest. The government of the city is consolidated with that of the surrounding Denver County. As of the 2020 census, Denver's population was 715,522, according to the United States Census Bureau. The city's website offers links to local resources and organizations, including a map and a list of all businesses in the area.
As of July 2015, Colorado has a Democratic mayor and a Republican mayor. The city has more than sixty-one percent of its residents who are registered with a political party. In fact, there are fewer homeless people in Colorado than in most major U.S. cities. The climate is largely mild, with brief periods of freezing temperatures and snowfall. However, the city still experiences some severe weather conditions, including frequent drought and floods.