Adams County, Colorado Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Adams County is located in Colorado with a total population of 524,408. It is the 5th most populous county out of 64 in Colorado.

Age Demographics

The median age in Adams County is 34.6 years. This is 8% lower than the state median of 37.5 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Adams County is $91,387. This is 1% lower than the state median of $92,470. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 16% higher. The poverty rate stands at 9.4%. This is about average than the state poverty rate of 9.4%. The unemployment rate is 4.6%. This is 2% higher than the state rate of 4.5%. The median home value is $458,400. Housing costs are 9% lower than the state median of $502,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.0x. 68.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 4% higher than the state average of 66.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Adams County is White (non-Hispanic), making up 46.2% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 42.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (42.3% vs 22.2%).

Education

28.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 37% lower than the state rate of 44.7%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 85.0%.