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About Larimer County

Larimer County is located in north central Colorado. It is the sixth largest county in Colorado based on population.

The county extends to the Continental Divide and includes several mountain communities and Rocky Mountain National Park. The County encompasses 2,640 square miles that include some of the finest irrigated farmland in the state, as well as vast stretches of scenic ranch lands, forests and high mountain peaks. Over 50% of Larimer County is publicly owned, most of which is land within Roosevelt National Forest and Rocky Mountain National Park.

In addition to these federal lands, Colorado State Parks and Recreation, and Larimer County Parks and Open Spaces combine to provide a wide spectrum of recreational opportunities that are enjoyed by both residents and visitors.

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1. What is the population of Larimer County?

   370,771 (U.S. Census data estimate, July 2023)

2. How big is Larimer County?

   2,640 square miles

3. Where is the County Seat?

   Fort Collins, CO

4. What are the incorporated municipalities in Larimer County? There are five incorporated municipalities located completely in Larimer County:
   • Estes Park
   • Fort Collins
   • Loveland
   • Timnath
   • Wellington
   And three municipalities partially located in Larimer County:
   • Berthoud
   • Johnstown
   • Windsor
5. Who governs Larimer County?

   Larimer County is governed by ten elected officials that over-see different functions of county government.

   • Assessor
   • Board of County Commissioners
   • Clerk & Recorder
   • Coroner
   • District Attorney
   • Sheriff
   • Surveyor
   • Treasurer

   Constitutionally and statutorily, they are independent from each other.. Their powers and duties are prescribed by state statute. The County Commissioners have no direct authority over the other elected officials in the county except that commissioners approve budgets for all other elected officials’ departments.

6. What year was Larimer County founded?

   1861

Contact Larimer County

PHONE: (970) 498-7000  EMAIL: info(AT)larimer.org Departments & Offices  |  Location of Facilities

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