Flagler town, Colorado Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Flagler town, Colorado Demographics
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As of 2026, Flagler town, Colorado has a total population of 597, the 270th largest city in Colorado, with a median household income of $37,941, which is 59% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.5%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 59% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Unemployment rate of 15.4% is notably above the national average.

Flagler town Quick Facts

Population 597

Median Household Income $37,941

Median Home Value $123,600

Poverty Rate 8.5%

Unemployment Rate 15.4%

Median Age 41.2 years

Homeownership Rate 51.6%

Affordability Ratio 3.3x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 20.0%

High School Graduation Rate 82.0%

Diversity Index 8/100

Population 597 270th of 471

Median Income $37,941 bottom 10%

Poverty Rate 8.5% 31% lower national

Median Home Value $123,600 bottom 20%

How Flagler town Compares

Median Household Income

Flagler town

$37,941

$92,470

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Flagler town

$123,600

$502,200

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 29.3%

$25K-$50K 30.9%

$50K-$100K 26.0%

$100K+ 13.8%

Employment

15.4% Unemployment Rate State: 4.5% | National: 5.2%

46.9% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 51.6%

Renter 48.4%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.3x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

19.3%

18-34

20.8%

35-54

20.8%

55-74

23.1%

75+

16.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 51 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Flagler town Rankings in Colorado

#270 Population of 471

#384 Median Income of 471

#329 Education of 471

#377 Home Value of 471

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Cities Similar to Flagler town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
La Jara town	593	$39,630	$134,400	17.2%	28.2%
Simla town	576	N/A	$210,300	19.9%	28.0%
Holly town	556	N/A	$107,400	10.0%	23.0%
Nucla town	634	$44,038	$129,700	14.5%	12.2%
San Luis town	582	$30,481	$137,500	8.1%	37.4%

Population Overview

Flagler town is a small community located in Colorado. The total population is 597. It ranks as the 270th most populous out of 471 cities and towns in Colorado.

Age Demographics

The median age in Flagler town is 41.2 years. This is 10% higher than the state median of 37.5 years. 16.1% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Flagler town is $37,941. This is 59% lower than the state median of $92,470. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 52% lower. The poverty rate stands at 8.5%. This is 9% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.4%. The unemployment rate is 15.4%. This is 243% higher than the state rate of 4.5%. The median home value is $123,600. Housing costs are 75% lower than the state median of $502,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x. 51.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 22% lower than the state average of 66.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Flagler town has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 96.0% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.2%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.2%) is well below the state average of 22.2%.

Education

20.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 55% 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 82.0%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Flagler town, Colorado is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Colorado state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 471 Census-designated places in Colorado. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Flagler town, Colorado?

Flagler town, Colorado has a population of 597 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Flagler town, CO?

The median household income in Flagler town is $37,941, which is 52% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Flagler town, CO?

The poverty rate in Flagler town is 8.5%. This means approximately 51 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Flagler town, Colorado?

Flagler town's population is 96.0% White, 0.0% Black, 3.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Flagler town, CO?

The median home value in Flagler town is $123,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x.

How educated is Flagler town, Colorado?

20.0% of adults (25+) in Flagler town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.