Gardner, Colorado Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Gardner, Colorado had a total population of 162, the 383rd largest community in Colorado. The poverty rate is 14.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Gardner Quick Facts
How Gardner 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 | 59 | 162 | +174.6% |
How Gardner Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
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+)
Gardner Rankings in Colorado
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Other Cities in Huerfano County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walsenburg | 3,072 | $51,474 | 25.2% | $147,300 |
| La Veta | 804 | $52,804 | 15.6% | $389,300 |
Cities Similar to Gardner
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cokedale | 161 | $50,952 | $195,800 | 21.2% | 8.7% |
| Elbert | 164 | $69,167 | $327,100 | 27.0% | 15.8% |
| Grover | 164 | N/A | N/A | 3.9% | 44.5% |
| Goldfield | 160 | N/A | $154,500 | 12.2% | 0.0% |
| Crook | 157 | $31,944 | $118,800 | 10.4% | 29.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 162, Gardner'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
Gardner is a small community located in Colorado, within Huerfano County. The total population is 162. It ranks as the 383rd most populous out of 472 Census-designated places in Colorado.
Age Demographics
The median age in Gardner is 73.0 years. This is 94% higher than the state median of 37.7 years. 36.4% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 14.2%. This is 50% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.4%. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 51% higher than the state average of 66.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Gardner was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
14.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 69% lower 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 Gardner, 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 Gardner, Colorado?
Gardner, Colorado has a population of 162 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Gardner, CO?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Gardner — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Gardner, CO?
The poverty rate in Gardner is 14.2%. This means approximately 23 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Gardner, Colorado?
Gardner's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Gardner, CO?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Gardner — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Gardner, Colorado?
14.2% of adults (25+) in Gardner hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.