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Dove Valley, Colorado Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Dove Valley, Colorado had a total population of 4,806, the 120th largest community in Colorado, with a median household income of $81,524, which is 15% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.6%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Dove Valley Quick Facts

Population 4,806
Median Household Income $81,524
Median Home Value $455,600
Poverty Rate 11.6%
Unemployment Rate 2.6%
Median Age 33.0 years
Homeownership Rate 34.0%
Affordability Ratio 5.6x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 44.4%
High School Graduation Rate 95.1%
Diversity Index 65/100
Population 4,806 120th of 472
Median Income $81,524 average
Poverty Rate 11.6% 7% lower than national
Median Home Value $455,600 average

How Dove Valley Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population5,3134,806-9.5%
Median household income$85,772$81,524-5.0%
Median home value$425,900$455,600+7.0%

How Dove Valley Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 7.4%
$25K-$50K 14.8%
$50K-$100K 40.2%
$100K+ 37.6%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
6.5%
$10K-$15K
0.1%
$15K-$20K
0.0%
$20K-$25K
0.9%
$25K-$30K
1.3%
$30K-$35K
0.8%
$35K-$40K
2.9%
$40K-$45K
3.1%
$45K-$50K
6.7%
$50K-$60K
15.6%
$60K-$75K
3.0%
$75K-$100K
21.6%
$100K-$125K
15.3%
$125K-$150K
10.1%
$150K-$200K
8.3%
$200K+
3.9%

Employment

2.6% Unemployment Rate State: 4.6%|National: 5.2%
81.4% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 34.0%
Renter 66.0%
Affordability Index Expensive
5.6x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,934/mo 28.5% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

65out of 100
High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 52 | National average: 61

Education

Dove Valley Rankings in Colorado

#120 Population of 472
#199 Median Income of 399
#177 Education of 472
#190 Home Value of 412

Other Cities in Arapahoe County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Aurora 394,432 $88,368 11.9% $469,100
Centennial 108,201 $131,928 3.3% $658,100
Littleton 44,710 $98,839 6.1% $630,600
Englewood 34,129 $86,800 7.7% $572,900
Columbine 25,478 $131,232 4.3% $617,200
Four Square Mile 23,024 $80,903 14.8% $474,200
Greenwood Village 15,420 $149,029 3.1% $1,237,800
Cherry Creek 10,721 $153,776 5.0% $888,900
Cherry Hills Village 6,354 $250,000+ 2.3% $2,000,000+
Sheridan 6,005 $60,608 14.0% $380,600

Cities Similar to Dove Valley

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
New Castle4,880$80,084$454,30032.1%6.2%
Manitou Springs4,735$85,000$561,20057.2%11.2%
Edgewater4,932$76,591$636,90046.6%15.3%
Glendale4,531$71,250$413,50054.6%16.1%
West Pleasant View5,051$95,817$489,40029.2%11.7%

Population Overview

Dove Valley is a small community located in Colorado, within Arapahoe County. The total population is 4,806. It ranks as the 120th most populous out of 472 Census-designated places in Colorado.

Age Demographics

The median age in Dove Valley is 33.0 years. This is 12% lower than the state median of 37.7 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Dove Valley is $81,524. This is 15% lower than the state median of $95,470. It is also about the same as the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.6%. This is 22% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.4%. The unemployment rate is 2.6%. This is 43% lower than the state rate of 4.6%. The median home value is $455,600. Housing costs are 16% lower than the state median of $539,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.6x. 34.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 49% lower than the state average of 66.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Dove Valley is White (non-Hispanic), making up 50.5% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 26.9%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (13.8% vs 3.8%). The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (5.3% vs 3.2%).

Education

44.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 3% 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 95.1%. Notably, 20.4% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Dove Valley, 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 Dove Valley, Colorado?

Dove Valley, Colorado has a population of 4,806 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Dove Valley, CO?

The median household income in Dove Valley is $81,524, which is about the same as the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Dove Valley, CO?

The poverty rate in Dove Valley is 11.6%. This means approximately 546 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Dove Valley, Colorado?

Dove Valley's population is 50.5% White, 13.8% Black, 26.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 5.3% Asian.

What is the median home value in Dove Valley, CO?

The median home value in Dove Valley is $455,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.6x.

How educated is Dove Valley, Colorado?

44.4% of adults (25+) in Dove Valley hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 20.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.