Eldora, Colorado Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Eldora, Colorado had a total population of 465, the 292nd largest community in Colorado. The poverty rate is 52.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (52.9%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Eldora Quick Facts
How Eldora 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 | 440 | 465 | +5.7% |
How Eldora 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+)
Eldora Rankings in Colorado
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Other Cities in Boulder County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boulder | 106,433 | $87,493 | 21.4% | $1,039,500 |
| Lafayette | 30,602 | $119,040 | 5.6% | $686,500 |
| Louisville | 20,786 | $147,319 | 4.5% | $883,900 |
| Gunbarrel | 10,051 | $109,407 | 8.8% | $821,000 |
| Niwot | 3,447 | $146,492 | 2.2% | $995,700 |
| Lyons | 1,838 | $122,837 | 11.9% | $845,400 |
| Nederland | 1,655 | $122,917 | 2.7% | $707,100 |
| Allenspark | 825 | $108,056 | 8.2% | $742,900 |
| Lazy Acres | 778 | $147,625 | 17.1% | $1,024,700 |
| Paragon Estates | 667 | $230,268 | 5.0% | $1,617,500 |
Cities Similar to Eldora
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tabernash | 466 | $111,198 | $1,350,000 | 17.0% | 15.2% |
| Sugar City | 464 | $47,798 | $90,000 | 18.5% | 21.3% |
| Ovid | 468 | $44,375 | $84,500 | 16.6% | 8.6% |
| Green Mountain Falls | 459 | $101,827 | $449,100 | 51.3% | 6.0% |
| Franktown | 472 | $250,000+ | $1,398,300 | 65.1% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 465, Eldora'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
Eldora is a small community located in Colorado, within Boulder County. The total population is 465. It ranks as the 292nd most populous out of 472 Census-designated places in Colorado.
Age Demographics
The median age in Eldora is 33.5 years. This is 11% lower than the state median of 37.7 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 52.9%. This is 460% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.4%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Eldora, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $500,000. Housing costs are 7% lower than the state median of $539,400. 27.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 59% lower than the state average of 66.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Eldora is White (non-Hispanic), making up 78.7% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 20.2%.
Education
53.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 18% 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.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Eldora, 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 Eldora, Colorado?
Eldora, Colorado has a population of 465 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Eldora, CO?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Eldora — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Eldora, CO?
The poverty rate in Eldora is 52.9%. This means approximately 246 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Eldora, Colorado?
Eldora's population is 78.7% White, 0.0% Black, 20.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Eldora, CO?
The median home value in Eldora is $500,000.
How educated is Eldora, Colorado?
53.8% of adults (25+) in Eldora hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.