Berthoud town, Colorado Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Berthoud town, Colorado Demographics
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As of 2026, Berthoud town, Colorado has a total population of 11,684, the 60th largest city in Colorado, with a median household income of $111,297, which is 20% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 3.1%.

Key Takeaways

An exceptionally low poverty rate of 3.1% — among the lowest in Colorado.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.8%.

Berthoud town Quick Facts

Population 11,684

Median Household Income $111,297

Median Home Value $487,700

Poverty Rate 3.1%

Unemployment Rate 1.8%

Median Age 39.0 years

Homeownership Rate 85.5%

Affordability Ratio 4.4x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 43.8%

High School Graduation Rate 97.0%

Diversity Index 30/100

Population 11,684 60th of 471

Median Income $111,297 top 30%

Poverty Rate 3.1% 75% lower national

Median Home Value $487,700 above average

How Berthoud town Compares

Median Household Income

Berthoud town

$111,297

$92,470

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Berthoud town

$487,700

$502,200

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 7.4%

$25K-$50K 9.7%

$50K-$100K 23.8%

$100K+ 59.0%

Employment

1.8% Unemployment Rate State: 4.5% | National: 5.2%

72.7% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 85.5%

Renter 14.5%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.4x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

22.4%

18-34

22.9%

35-54

27.1%

55-74

23.7%

75+

4.0%

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+)

Berthoud town Rankings in Colorado

#60 Population of 471

#104 Median Income of 471

#169 Education of 471

#151 Home Value of 471

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Cities Similar to Berthoud town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Wellington town	11,538	$103,888	$442,500	45.4%	9.5%
Monument town	11,035	$114,654	$586,400	57.5%	5.5%
Gunbarrel CDP	10,424	$111,506	$789,200	69.9%	9.4%
Steamboat Springs city	13,341	$100,156	$874,400	58.0%	6.7%
Cherry Creek CDP	11,011	$147,618	$856,800	75.1%	5.2%

Population Overview

Berthoud town is a small city located in Colorado. The total population is 11,684. It ranks as the 60th most populous out of 471 cities and towns in Colorado.

Age Demographics

The median age in Berthoud town is 39.0 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 37.5 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Berthoud town is $111,297. This is 20% higher than the state median of $92,470. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 42% higher. The poverty rate stands at 3.1%. This is 67% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.4%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The unemployment rate is 1.8%. This is 60% lower than the state rate of 4.5%. The median home value is $487,700. Housing costs are 3% lower than the state median of $502,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.4x. 85.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 29% higher than the state average of 66.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Berthoud town is White (non-Hispanic), making up 82.8% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 13.5%. The Black or African American population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 3.8%. The Asian population (1.1%) is well below the state average of 3.2%.

Education

43.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 2% 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 97.0%. Notably, 15.0% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Berthoud 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 Berthoud town, Colorado?

Berthoud town, Colorado has a population of 11,684 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Berthoud town is $111,297, which is 42% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Berthoud town, CO?

The poverty rate in Berthoud town is 3.1%. This means approximately 354 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Berthoud town, Colorado?

Berthoud town's population is 82.8% White, 0.4% Black, 13.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.1% Asian.

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

The median home value in Berthoud town is $487,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.4x.

How educated is Berthoud town, Colorado?

43.8% of adults (25+) in Berthoud town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 15.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.