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Colorado Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Colorado had a total population of 5,862,189, with a median household income of $95,470, which is 18% higher than the national average. The poverty rate is 9.4%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Colorado Quick Facts

Population 5,862,189
Median Household Income $95,470
Median Home Value $539,400
Poverty Rate 9.4%
Unemployment Rate 4.6%
Median Age 37.7 years
Homeownership Rate 66.2%
Affordability Ratio 5.6x
Bachelor's Degree+ 45.7%
High School Graduation 92.9%
Counties 64
Cities/Places 472
Population 5,862,189
Median Income $95,470 18% higher than national
Poverty Rate 9.4%
Unemployment 4.6%

How Colorado Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population5,810,7745,862,189+0.9%
Median household income$92,470$95,470+3.2%
Median home value$502,200$539,400+7.4%

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 11.2%
$25K-$50K 13.6%
$50K-$100K 27.4%
$100K+ 47.8%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
3.9%
$10K-$15K
2.4%
$15K-$20K
2.3%
$20K-$25K
2.5%
$25K-$30K
2.6%
$30K-$35K
2.6%
$35K-$40K
2.6%
$40K-$45K
2.9%
$45K-$50K
2.9%
$50K-$60K
5.7%
$60K-$75K
8.9%
$75K-$100K
12.8%
$100K-$125K
10.6%
$125K-$150K
8.5%
$150K-$200K
11.7%
$200K+
17.0%

Employment

4.6% Unemployment Rate National: 5.2%
68.6% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 66.2%
Renter 33.8%
Affordability Index Expensive
5.6x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,761/mo 22.1% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

52out of 100
Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 52 | National average: 61

Education

Largest Cities in Colorado

#CityPopulationMedian IncomePoverty
1Denver718,877$94,71811.2%
2Colorado Springs487,887$84,8189.0%
3Aurora394,432$88,36811.9%
4Fort Collins170,229$85,07015.8%
5Lakewood156,583$89,7929.2%
6Thornton144,187$103,0887.0%
7Arvada122,634$117,3485.8%
8Westminster115,484$100,2727.3%
9Pueblo111,561$56,66417.5%
10Greeley110,806$69,88115.1%

Richest Cities in Colorado

#CityMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+
1Cherry Hills Village$250,000+$2,000,000+83.4%
2Castle Pines Village$250,000+$1,453,40079.6%
3Columbine Valley$250,000+$1,578,90084.6%
4Bow Mar$241,583$2,000,000+78.7%
5Stepping Stone$223,839$785,70082.1%
6Sterling Ranch$206,719$802,00075.0%
7The Pinery$194,446$791,10060.6%
8Todd Creek$194,362$897,20042.3%
9Castle Pines$191,229$895,50069.7%
10Meridian Village$190,833$732,40079.0%

Most Affordable Cities in Colorado

By home-value-to-income ratio (lower = more affordable). Min. population 1,000.

#CityRatioHome ValueIncome
1Aetna Estates0.7x$50,800$74,853
2Federal Heights1.7x$95,300$56,597
3Ordway1.9x$104,400$54,583
4Las Animas2.6x$132,700$51,875
5Center2.8x$126,000$45,750
6Springfield2.8x$134,100$48,295
7Burlington2.8x$208,100$74,308
8Rangely2.8x$187,400$66,389
9Walsenburg2.9x$147,300$51,474
10Lamar2.9x$152,900$53,188

Explore Colorado Rankings

Cities by Population All cities ranked by size Richest Cities Ranked by median income Most Educated By bachelor's degree rate Most Affordable By housing affordability

All Counties in Colorado (64)

64 results
El Paso County742,999$90,3638.5%$461,000
Denver County718,877$94,71811.2%$616,000
Arapahoe County659,844$101,0878.6%$561,200
Jefferson County579,377$110,6566.7%$637,600
Adams County530,225$94,5719.8%$484,200
Douglas County377,150$149,5943.8%$713,600
Larimer County367,368$93,76511.2%$569,100
Weld County350,396$97,0979.6%$471,700
Boulder County328,961$103,99411.2%$756,300
Pueblo County169,356$64,01014.6%$291,300
Mesa County158,601$73,65810.7%$378,600
Broomfield County76,304$123,8746.2%$664,500
Garfield County62,479$91,1318.2%$527,800
La Plata County56,331$86,05611.7%$591,500
Eagle County55,135$104,0968.7%$839,500
Fremont County49,634$62,66413.4%$324,000
Montrose County43,807$72,12011.5%$388,400
Delta County31,598$57,77414.0%$343,200
Summit County31,017$109,7737.7%$939,900
Morgan County29,520$73,27814.3%$338,600
Elbert County27,874$132,6855.3%$709,800
Montezuma County26,412$65,24413.3%$331,400
Routt County25,084$106,4895.1%$854,700
Teller County24,825$85,3617.6%$479,900
Logan County20,892$51,82915.8%$245,300
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All Cities & Places in Colorado (472)

472 results
Denver718,877$94,71811.2%$616,000
Colorado Springs487,887$84,8189.0%$452,600
Aurora394,432$88,36811.9%$469,100
Fort Collins170,229$85,07015.8%$577,900
Lakewood156,583$89,7929.2%$574,400
Thornton144,187$103,0887.0%$517,500
Arvada122,634$117,3485.8%$632,600
Westminster115,484$100,2727.3%$532,400
Pueblo111,561$56,66417.5%$247,200
Greeley110,806$69,88115.1%$402,500
Centennial108,201$131,9283.3%$658,100
Boulder106,433$87,49321.4%$1,039,500
Highlands Ranch102,257$159,3072.9%$712,700
Longmont99,406$90,6718.6%$572,800
Castle Rock79,123$145,1973.8%$652,900
Loveland78,410$84,6048.5%$479,000
Broomfield76,304$123,8746.2%$664,500
Grand Junction68,142$70,08011.8%$389,800
Commerce City66,445$111,9728.6%$499,700
Parker61,783$133,3694.4%$646,300
Littleton44,710$98,8396.1%$630,600
Brighton42,059$107,6799.3%$499,500
Northglenn38,014$84,03010.2%$462,100
Windsor37,914$127,0286.0%$604,000
Security-Widefield37,345$91,1427.3%$387,500
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Population Overview

Colorado has a total population of 5,862,189, making it a mid-sized state in the nation. The median age is 37.7 years, 3% lower than the national median of 38.9 years.

Age Demographics

The median age in Colorado is 37.7 years. This is 3% lower than the national median of 38.9 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Colorado is $95,470. This is 18% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 9.4%. This is 24% lower than the national poverty rate of 12.4%. The unemployment rate is 4.6%. This is 11% lower than the national rate of 5.2%. The median home value is $539,400. Housing costs are 62% higher than the national median of $332,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.6x. 66.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 2% higher than the national average of 65.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Colorado is White (non-Hispanic), making up 64.8% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 22.5%. The Black or African American population (3.8%) is well below the national average of 11.9%.

Education

45.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 28% higher than the national rate of 35.7%. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 92.9%. Notably, 17.6% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All figures for Colorado come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates, with comparisons drawn against national averages from the same dataset. See our methodology page for how each metric is defined, or data.census.gov for official tables with margins of error.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Colorado?

Colorado has a total population of 5,862,189 according to the U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median income in Colorado?

The median household income in Colorado is $95,470, which is 18% higher than the national median of $80,734.

How many cities are in Colorado?

Colorado has 472 Census-designated places (cities, towns, and CDPs) and 64 counties.

What is the poverty rate in Colorado?

The poverty rate in Colorado is 9.4%, compared to the national average of 12.4%.

What is the largest city in Colorado?

The largest city in Colorado is Denver with a population of 718,877.