Elbert, Colorado Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Elbert, Colorado had a total population of 164, the 381st largest community in Colorado, with a median household income of $69,167, which is 28% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Elbert Quick Facts
How Elbert 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 | 150 | 164 | +9.3% |
| Median household income | $56,500 | $69,167 | +22.4% |
| Median home value | $263,200 | $327,100 | +24.3% |
How Elbert 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+)
Elbert Rankings in Colorado
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Other Cities in Elbert County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ponderosa Park | 3,453 | $132,154 | 5.4% | $704,000 |
| Elizabeth | 2,244 | $112,986 | 2.0% | $475,900 |
| Kiowa | 673 | $92,625 | 15.7% | $367,000 |
| Simla | 423 | $44,688 | 31.0% | $251,400 |
| Matheson | 34 | N/A | 14.7% | $360,000 |
Cities Similar to Elbert
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grover | 164 | N/A | N/A | 3.9% | 44.5% |
| Gardner | 162 | N/A | N/A | 14.2% | 14.2% |
| Goldfield | 160 | N/A | $154,500 | 12.2% | 0.0% |
| Gold Hill | 178 | N/A | $611,900 | 85.4% | 29.2% |
| Echo Hills | 180 | N/A | $920,700 | 100.0% | 6.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 164, Elbert'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
Elbert is a small community located in Colorado, within Elbert County. The total population is 164. It ranks as the 381st most populous out of 472 Census-designated places in Colorado.
Age Demographics
The median age in Elbert is 37.4 years. This is about the same as the state median of 37.7 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Elbert is $69,167. This is 28% lower than the state median of $95,470. It is also 14% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 15.8%. This is 68% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.4%. The unemployment rate is 4.0%. This is 13% lower than the state rate of 4.6%. The median home value is $327,100. Housing costs are 39% lower than the state median of $539,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.7x. 76.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 16% higher than the state average of 66.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Elbert is White (non-Hispanic), making up 81.1% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.4%) is well below the state average of 22.5%.
Education
27.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 41% 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 96.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Elbert, 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 Elbert, Colorado?
Elbert, Colorado has a population of 164 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Elbert, CO?
The median household income in Elbert is $69,167, which is 14% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Elbert, CO?
The poverty rate in Elbert is 15.8%. This means approximately 26 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Elbert, Colorado?
Elbert's population is 81.1% White, 0.0% Black, 2.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Elbert, CO?
The median home value in Elbert is $327,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.7x.
How educated is Elbert, Colorado?
27.0% of adults (25+) in Elbert hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.