St. Mary's, Colorado facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
St. Mary's, Colorado
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The Silver Lake Condos, with part of Silver Lake on the right, June 2021
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Location of the St. Mary's CDP in Clear Creek County, Colorado.
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 St. Mary's, Colorado
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Colorado |
| County | Clear Creek County |
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| • Type | unincorporated community |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.446 sq mi (3.744 km2) |
| • Land | 1.439 sq mi (3.726 km2) |
| • Water | 0.007 sq mi (0.018 km2) |
| Elevation | 10,088 ft (3,075 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 333 |
| • Density | 230.4/sq mi (88.94/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (MST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) |
| ZIP Code |
Idaho Springs 80452
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| Area codes | 303 & 720 |
| GNIS feature | St. Mary's CDP |
St. Mary's is a small community in Clear Creek County, Colorado, United States. It's known as a census-designated place (CDP), which means it's an area identified by the government for statistics, but it doesn't have its own city government.
St. Mary's is part of the larger Denver–Aurora–Lakewood, CO Metropolitan Statistical Area. This is a big area that includes Denver and many nearby cities and towns. In 2020, about 333 people lived in St. Mary's.
Local services like water and sanitation are managed by special groups called the St. Mary's Glacier Metropolitan District and the St. Mary's Glacier Water & Sanitation District. The mail for St. Mary's comes from the Idaho Springs post office, using the Zip Code 80452.
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Where is St. Mary's Located?
St. Mary's is found in the beautiful state of Colorado. It's located high up in the mountains, making it a scenic spot.
Area and Size
The total area of St. Mary's is about 3.744 square kilometers (which is about 925 acres). A small part of this area, about 0.018 square kilometers (or 4.4 acres), is covered by water.
Who Lives in St. Mary's?
The word "demographics" helps us understand more about the people who live in a place. This includes how many people there are and how the population has changed over time.
Population Changes Over Time
The United States Census Bureau collects information about how many people live in different areas every ten years. Here's how the population of St. Mary's has changed:
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 2000 | 251 | — |
| 2010 | 283 | +12.7% |
| 2020 | 333 | +17.7% |
| Source: United States Census Bureau | ||
The Census Bureau first started counting St. Mary's as a CDP for the United States Census 2000.
St. Mary's Glacier Ski Area
St. Mary's is famous for the St. Mary's Glacier Ski Area. This area is a popular spot for outdoor activities, especially skiing and snowboarding, even when other places don't have snow. It's a great place for people who love winter sports and exploring nature.
