Broomfield County, Colorado Demographics 2026
Broomfield County, Colorado has a population of 76,304, the 12th most populous county in Colorado. The median household income is $123,874 and the median home value is $664,500. The poverty rate is 6.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Broomfield County Quick Facts
How Broomfield County Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 75,110 | 76,304 | +1.6% |
| Median household income | $121,025 | $123,874 | +2.4% |
| Median home value | $631,600 | $664,500 | +5.2% |
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 52 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cities & Places in Broomfield County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broomfield | 76,304 | $123,874 | 6.2% | $664,500 |
Explore Colorado Rankings
Population Overview
Broomfield County is located in Colorado with a total population of 76,304. It is the 12th most populous county out of 64 in Colorado. The county encompasses 1 Census-designated place.
Age Demographics
The median age in Broomfield County is 38.6 years. This is 2% higher than the state median of 37.7 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Broomfield County is $123,874. This is 30% higher than the state median of $95,470. It is also 53% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.2%. This is 35% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.4%. The unemployment rate is 3.8%. This is 18% lower than the state rate of 4.6%. The median home value is $664,500. Housing costs are 23% higher than the state median of $539,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.4x. 62.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% lower than the state average of 66.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Broomfield County is White (non-Hispanic), making up 72.4% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 14.1%. The Black or African American population (1.1%) is well below the state average of 3.8%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (6.9% vs 3.2%).
Education
60.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Broomfield County in the top 10% of all counties in the state for educational attainment. This is 32% higher than the state rate of 45.7%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 96.4%. Notably, 24.7% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Broomfield County come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates, with comparisons drawn against Colorado and 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 Broomfield County, Colorado?
Broomfield County has a population of 76,304, making it the 12th most populous county in Colorado.
What is the median income in Broomfield County?
The median household income in Broomfield County is $123,874 with a poverty rate of 6.2%.
How many cities are in Broomfield County, Colorado?
Broomfield County contains 1 Census-designated place.