Copper Mountain, Colorado Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Copper Mountain, Colorado had a total population of 353, the 326th largest community in Colorado. The poverty rate is 7.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Copper Mountain Quick Facts
How Copper Mountain 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 | 321 | 353 | +10.0% |
How Copper Mountain 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 52 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Copper Mountain Rankings in Colorado
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Other Cities in Summit County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Breckenridge | 4,959 | $138,191 | 8.3% | $1,012,700 |
| Silverthorne | 4,815 | $125,478 | 12.2% | $700,800 |
| Frisco | 2,825 | $113,506 | 1.3% | $891,400 |
| Blue River | 1,410 | $134,250 | 7.6% | $1,267,300 |
| Keystone | 1,216 | $51,591 | 26.3% | $1,284,700 |
| Dillon | 832 | $111,250 | 4.1% | $1,090,000 |
| Montezuma | 120 | $130,357 | 1.7% | $854,200 |
| Heeney | 63 | N/A | 9.5% | $789,500 |
Cities Similar to Copper Mountain
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brook Forest | 355 | $116,528 | $693,300 | 64.4% | 9.3% |
| Collbran | 356 | $50,833 | $246,600 | 15.6% | 41.3% |
| Nunn | 358 | $111,875 | $348,700 | 10.2% | 6.2% |
| Manzanola | 361 | $36,010 | $128,300 | 7.5% | 8.6% |
| Downieville-Lawson-Dumont | 345 | $57,784 | $383,700 | 10.6% | 13.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 353, Copper Mountain'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
Copper Mountain is a small community located in Colorado, within Summit County. The total population is 353. It ranks as the 326th most populous out of 472 Census-designated places in Colorado.
Age Demographics
The median age in Copper Mountain is 25.3 years. This is 33% lower than the state median of 37.7 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 7.1%. This is 25% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.4%. The unemployment rate is 3.0%. This is 34% lower than the state rate of 4.6%. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 51% higher than the state average of 66.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Copper Mountain is White (non-Hispanic), making up 71.4% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 24.6%.
Education
70.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 54% higher than the state rate of 45.7%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample. Notably, 19.4% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Copper Mountain, 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 Copper Mountain, Colorado?
Copper Mountain, Colorado has a population of 353 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Copper Mountain, CO?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Copper Mountain — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Copper Mountain, CO?
The poverty rate in Copper Mountain is 7.1%. This means approximately 25 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Copper Mountain, Colorado?
Copper Mountain's population is 71.4% White, 0.0% Black, 24.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Copper Mountain, CO?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Copper Mountain — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Copper Mountain, Colorado?
70.2% of adults (25+) in Copper Mountain hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 19.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.