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How many people are in state prison?

18,174 people were in Department of Corrections custody at the end of September 2026.

FACT Colorado Department of Corrections, monthly statistics

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Data as of 10 October 2026.

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How many people are in state prison? — 18,174 people were in Department of Corrections custody at the end of September 2026.