Hillrose town, Colorado Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Hillrose town, Colorado Demographics
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As of 2026, Hillrose town, Colorado has a total population of 266, the 351st largest city in Colorado, with a median household income of $72,083, which is 22% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.3%.

Key Takeaways

Unemployment rate of 11.1% is notably above the national average.

Hillrose town Quick Facts

Population 266

Median Household Income $72,083

Median Home Value $204,800

Poverty Rate 5.3%

Unemployment Rate 11.1%

Median Age 34.0 years

Homeownership Rate 77.3%

Affordability Ratio 2.8x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 21.7%

High School Graduation Rate 95.2%

Diversity Index 26/100

Population 266 351st of 471

Median Income $72,083 average

Poverty Rate 5.3% 58% lower national

Median Home Value $204,800 bottom 30%

How Hillrose town Compares

Median Household Income

Hillrose town

$72,083

$92,470

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Hillrose town

$204,800

$502,200

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 16.8%

$25K-$50K 26.9%

$50K-$100K 14.3%

$100K+ 42.0%

Employment

11.1% Unemployment Rate State: 4.5% | National: 5.2%

66.1% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 77.3%

Renter 22.7%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.8x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

18.8%

18-34

33.8%

35-54

17.7%

55-74

26.7%

75+

3.0%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

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+)

Hillrose town Rankings in Colorado

#351 Population of 471

#234 Median Income of 471

#313 Education of 471

#326 Home Value of 471

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Cities Similar to Hillrose town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Coaldale CDP	276	N/A	$335,700	10.5%	38.8%
Iliff town	276	$73,750	$154,300	8.5%	7.2%
Gold Hill CDP	288	N/A	N/A	84.2%	18.4%
Capulin CDP	291	N/A	N/A	32.8%	0.0%
Red Cliff town	283	$68,056	$742,600	41.8%	6.4%

Population Overview

Hillrose town is a small community located in Colorado. The total population is 266. It ranks as the 351st most populous out of 471 cities and towns in Colorado.

Age Demographics

The median age in Hillrose town is 34.0 years. This is 9% lower than the state median of 37.5 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Hillrose town is $72,083. This is 22% lower than the state median of $92,470. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 8% lower. The poverty rate stands at 5.3%. This is 44% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.4%. The unemployment rate is 11.1%. This is 147% higher than the state rate of 4.5%. The median home value is $204,800. Housing costs are 59% lower than the state median of $502,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, Hillrose town is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 77.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 17% higher than the state average of 66.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Hillrose town has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 85.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 12.4%.

Education

21.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 52% 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 95.2%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Hillrose 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 Hillrose town, Colorado?

Hillrose town, Colorado has a population of 266 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Hillrose town is $72,083, which is 8% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Hillrose town, CO?

The poverty rate in Hillrose town is 5.3%. This means approximately 14 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Hillrose town, Colorado?

Hillrose town's population is 85.3% White, 0.0% Black, 12.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

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

The median home value in Hillrose town is $204,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.8x.

How educated is Hillrose town, Colorado?

21.7% of adults (25+) in Hillrose town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.