The Empire City, Colorado Territory, post office opened on June 28, 1861, but the name was shortened to Empire on May 7, 1866. Landmarks include Mint Saloon and Peck House.
- CountyClear Creek County
- Population345 (2020 U.S. Census)
- Historic places2 on the National Register






























![Empire Str. Niko, [Empire Lumber Co., Toledo] Archive Print](img/archive-02.jpg)

Mint Saloon
Peck House
A view of Empire
A view of Empire