Custer County, Colorado Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Custer County is located in Colorado with a total population of 5,073. It is the 51st most populous county out of 64 in Colorado.

Age Demographics

The median age in Custer County is 58.6 years. This is 56% higher than the state median of 37.5 years. Only 14.4% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Custer County is $72,700. This is 21% lower than the state median of $92,470. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 7% lower. The poverty rate stands at 9.7%. This is 3% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.4%. The unemployment rate is 5.6%. This is 25% higher than the state rate of 4.5%. The median home value is $358,800. Housing costs are 29% lower than the state median of $502,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.9x. 85.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 29% higher than the state average of 66.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Custer County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.1% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.8%) is well below the state average of 22.2%. The Asian population (1.1%) is well below the state average of 3.2%.

Education

35.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 21% 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 96.5%.