Coaldale, Colorado Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Coaldale, Colorado had a total population of 538, the 281st largest community in Colorado. The poverty rate is 19.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 8.3% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Coaldale Quick Facts
How Coaldale 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 | 276 | 538 | +94.9% |
| Median home value | $335,700 | $383,300 | +14.2% |
How Coaldale Compares
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
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 52 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Coaldale Rankings in Colorado
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Other Cities in Fremont County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cañon City | 17,122 | $64,787 | 13.4% | $316,100 |
| Penrose | 4,087 | $88,109 | 11.3% | $308,800 |
| Lincoln Park | 3,986 | $60,036 | 13.9% | $295,800 |
| Florence | 3,885 | $50,262 | 12.2% | $249,700 |
| Park Center | 2,588 | $72,212 | 11.5% | $386,200 |
| Howard | 966 | $60,386 | 0.0% | $474,600 |
| Williamsburg | 770 | $50,250 | 23.8% | $227,000 |
| Rockvale | 695 | $46,250 | 10.9% | $191,200 |
| Coal Creek | 324 | $34,000 | 24.4% | $199,000 |
| Brookside | 276 | $62,813 | 10.1% | $357,100 |
Cities Similar to Coaldale
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North La Junta | 535 | $47,941 | $120,800 | 15.0% | 5.1% |
| Pine Brook Hill | 543 | $63,606 | $1,099,100 | 56.6% | 3.1% |
| Central | 525 | $61,622 | $366,300 | 22.9% | 6.1% |
| La Jara | 522 | N/A | $141,700 | 25.5% | 24.9% |
| Otis | 521 | $55,962 | $167,900 | 19.8% | 15.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 538, Coaldale's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Coaldale is a small community located in Colorado, within Fremont County. The total population is 538. It ranks as the 281st most populous out of 472 Census-designated places in Colorado.
Age Demographics
The median age in Coaldale is 48.1 years. This is 28% higher than the state median of 37.7 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 19.9%. This is 111% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.4%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Coaldale, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $383,300. Housing costs are 29% lower than the state median of $539,400. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 51% higher than the state average of 66.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Coaldale was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
8.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. This is 82% lower 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 84.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Coaldale, Colorado is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Colorado state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 472 Census-designated places in Colorado. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Coaldale, Colorado?
Coaldale, Colorado has a population of 538 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Coaldale, CO?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Coaldale — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Coaldale, CO?
The poverty rate in Coaldale is 19.9%. This means approximately 107 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Coaldale, Colorado?
Coaldale's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Coaldale, CO?
The median home value in Coaldale is $383,300.
How educated is Coaldale, Colorado?
8.3% of adults (25+) in Coaldale hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.