Sterling is a city located in Logan County, in the state of Colorado (CO), United States. Nestled in the Mountain division of the West region, it covers an area of 6.9 square miles (18.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 3939 ft. With a population of approximately 11,360 residents, Sterling offers a vibrant community life.
The town's population is composed of about 48.64% males and 51.36% females, and it has a population density of 653.57 people per square mile (638.45/km²). Sterling lies at a latitude of 40.63 and a longitude of -103.21, operating in the UTC-7.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (5.7%), followed by English (9.5%), German (36.6%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 80751.