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Hayden, Colorado Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Hayden, Colorado had a total population of 2,057, the 174th largest town in Colorado, with a median household income of $90,804, which is 5% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.6%.

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

Hayden Quick Facts

Population 2,057
Median Household Income $90,804
Median Home Value $407,900
Poverty Rate 6.6%
Unemployment Rate 3.9%
Median Age 38.0 years
Homeownership Rate 78.3%
Affordability Ratio 4.5x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 24.1%
High School Graduation Rate 94.8%
Diversity Index 31/100
Population 2,057 174th of 472
Median Income $90,804 average
Poverty Rate 6.6% 47% lower than national
Median Home Value $407,900 average

How Hayden 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
Population2,0102,057+2.3%
Median household income$97,917$90,804-7.3%
Median home value$394,400$407,900+3.4%

How Hayden Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 11.5%
$25K-$50K 15.7%
$50K-$100K 24.0%
$100K+ 48.9%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
3.5%
$10K-$15K
0.4%
$15K-$20K
1.2%
$20K-$25K
6.5%
$25K-$30K
3.4%
$30K-$35K
1.7%
$35K-$40K
3.9%
$40K-$45K
4.4%
$45K-$50K
2.3%
$50K-$60K
4.7%
$60K-$75K
12.9%
$75K-$100K
6.5%
$100K-$125K
21.9%
$125K-$150K
11.6%
$150K-$200K
10.6%
$200K+
4.8%

Employment

3.9% Unemployment Rate State: 4.6%|National: 5.2%
68.0% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 78.3%
Renter 21.7%
Affordability Index Moderate
4.5x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,784/mo 23.6% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

31out of 100
Low Diversity

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

State average: 52 | National average: 61

Education

Hayden Rankings in Colorado

#174 Population of 472
#162 Median Income of 399
#303 Education of 472
#215 Home Value of 412

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Other Cities in Routt County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Steamboat Springs 13,433 $104,964 4.7% $981,800
Oak Creek 700 $85,313 12.0% $377,300
Phippsburg 390 $87,232 0.0% $515,600
Yampa 296 $75,109 9.8% $350,000

Cities Similar to Hayden

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Idaho Springs1,986$89,436$446,50049.3%6.9%
Hudson2,006$81,250$373,2009.3%18.4%
Telluride2,160$102,405N/A85.7%0.6%
Laporte1,771$87,313$452,60041.2%10.6%
Keenesburg2,347$83,950$432,9009.8%10.0%

Population Overview

Hayden is a small community located in Colorado, within Routt County. The total population is 2,057. It ranks as the 174th most populous out of 472 Census-designated places in Colorado.

Age Demographics

The median age in Hayden is 38.0 years. This is about the same as the state median of 37.7 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Hayden is $90,804. This is 5% lower than the state median of $95,470. It is also 12% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.6%. This is 30% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.4%. The unemployment rate is 3.9%. This is 15% lower than the state rate of 4.6%. The median home value is $407,900. Housing costs are 24% lower than the state median of $539,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.5x. 78.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% higher than the state average of 66.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Hayden is White (non-Hispanic), making up 81.4% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 14.6%. The Asian population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 3.2%.

Education

24.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 47% 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 94.8%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Hayden, 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 Hayden, Colorado?

Hayden, Colorado has a population of 2,057 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Hayden, CO?

The median household income in Hayden is $90,804, which is 12% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Hayden, CO?

The poverty rate in Hayden is 6.6%. This means approximately 135 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Hayden, Colorado?

Hayden's population is 81.4% White, 0.0% Black, 14.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.8% Asian.

What is the median home value in Hayden, CO?

The median home value in Hayden is $407,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.5x.

How educated is Hayden, Colorado?

24.1% of adults (25+) in Hayden hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.