Denver County, Colorado Demographics 2026
Denver County, Colorado has a population of 718,877, the 2nd most populous county in Colorado. The median household income is $94,718 and the median home value is $616,000. The poverty rate is 11.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Denver County Quick Facts
How Denver 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 | 713,734 | 718,877 | +0.7% |
| Median household income | $91,681 | $94,718 | +3.3% |
| Median home value | $586,700 | $616,000 | +5.0% |
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 diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 52 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cities & Places in Denver County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver | 718,877 | $94,718 | 11.2% | $616,000 |
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Population Overview
Denver County is located in Colorado with a total population of 718,877. It is the 2nd most populous county out of 64 in Colorado. The county encompasses 1 Census-designated place.
Age Demographics
The median age in Denver County is 35.3 years. This is 6% lower than the state median of 37.7 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Denver County is $94,718. This is about the same as the state median of $95,470. It is also 17% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.2%. This is 19% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.4%. The unemployment rate is 4.9%. This is 5% higher than the state rate of 4.6%. The median home value is $616,000. Housing costs are 14% higher than the state median of $539,400. The home-value-to-income ratio of 6.5x suggests that housing affordability is a significant concern for many residents. 48.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 26% lower than the state average of 66.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Denver County is White (non-Hispanic), making up 54.0% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 28.0%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (8.6% vs 3.8%).
Education
56.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 24% 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 91.2%. Notably, 22.3% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Denver 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 Denver County, Colorado?
Denver County has a population of 718,877, making it the 2nd most populous county in Colorado.
What is the median income in Denver County?
The median household income in Denver County is $94,718 with a poverty rate of 11.2%.
How many cities are in Denver County, Colorado?
Denver County contains 1 Census-designated place.