What is population cortez co?

Cortez is a small city located in Montezuma County in Colorado, United States. According to the 2019 US Census Bureau estimate, the population of Cortez is approximately 8,300 people. The city covers an area of 5.5 square miles and has a population density of around 1,500 people per square mile. The population of Cortez has grown slightly over the past decade, with the city recording a population of 8,482 in the 2010 census. Cortez is the county seat of Montezuma County and is located in the southwestern part of Colorado, near the borders of Utah, Arizona, and New Mexico. The city is part of the Four Corners region and is known for its proximity to Mesa Verde National Park, which is a UNESCO World Heritage site.