Akron town, Colorado Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Akron town, Colorado Demographics
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As of 2026, Akron town, Colorado has a total population of 1,681, the 187th largest city in Colorado, with a median household income of $59,470, which is 36% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.5%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 36% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.5%.

Akron town Quick Facts

Population 1,681

Median Household Income $59,470

Median Home Value $186,500

Poverty Rate 7.5%

Unemployment Rate 1.5%

Median Age 44.3 years

Homeownership Rate 70.4%

Affordability Ratio 3.1x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 27.0%

High School Graduation Rate 90.7%

Diversity Index 31/100

Population 1,681 187th of 471

Median Income $59,470 below average

Poverty Rate 7.5% 40% lower national

Median Home Value $186,500 bottom 20%

How Akron town Compares

Median Household Income

Akron town

$59,470

$92,470

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Akron town

$186,500

$502,200

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 18.7%

$25K-$50K 23.5%

$50K-$100K 39.3%

$100K+ 18.4%

Employment

1.5% Unemployment Rate State: 4.5% | National: 5.2%

55.4% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 70.4%

Renter 29.6%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.1x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

15.9%

18-34

20.8%

35-54

25.6%

55-74

25.3%

75+

12.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 51 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Akron town Rankings in Colorado

#187 Population of 471

#281 Median Income of 471

#263 Education of 471

#339 Home Value of 471

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Cities Similar to Akron town

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Mountain Village town	1,713	$59,881	$2,000,001	54.3%	16.9%
Ordway town	1,718	$55,313	$99,200	23.3%	18.9%
Olathe town	1,788	$65,170	$226,900	6.8%	24.1%
Parachute town	1,513	$58,910	$269,500	9.4%	17.9%
Colorado City CDP	1,791	$48,692	$237,700	22.2%	6.3%

Population Overview

Akron town is a small community located in Colorado. The total population is 1,681. It ranks as the 187th most populous out of 471 cities and towns in Colorado.

Age Demographics

The median age in Akron town is 44.3 years. This is 18% higher than the state median of 37.5 years. 12.3% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Akron town is $59,470. This is 36% lower than the state median of $92,470. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 24% lower. The poverty rate stands at 7.5%. This is 20% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.4%. The unemployment rate is 1.5%. This is 67% lower than the state rate of 4.5%. The median home value is $186,500. Housing costs are 63% lower than the state median of $502,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 70.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 6% higher than the state average of 66.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Akron town is White (non-Hispanic), making up 81.5% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 13.3%. The Black or African American population (1.1%) is well below the state average of 3.8%.

Education

27.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 40% 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 90.7%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Akron town, Colorado is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Colorado state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 471 Census-designated places in Colorado. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Akron town, Colorado?

Akron town, Colorado has a population of 1,681 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Akron town, CO?

The median household income in Akron town is $59,470, which is 24% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Akron town, CO?

The poverty rate in Akron town is 7.5%. This means approximately 112 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Akron town, Colorado?

Akron town's population is 81.5% White, 1.1% Black, 13.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Akron town, CO?

The median home value in Akron town is $186,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.

How educated is Akron town, Colorado?

27.0% of adults (25+) in Akron town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.