Hugo town, Colorado Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Hugo town, Colorado Demographics
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As of 2026, Hugo town, Colorado has a total population of 915, the 235th largest city in Colorado, with a median household income of $47,222, which is 49% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.4%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 49% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.

Hugo town Quick Facts

Population 915

Median Household Income $47,222

Median Home Value $241,200

Poverty Rate 12.4%

Unemployment Rate 5.6%

Median Age 33.6 years

Homeownership Rate 65.0%

Affordability Ratio 5.1x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 26.1%

High School Graduation Rate 88.3%

Diversity Index 30/100

Population 915 235th of 471

Median Income $47,222 bottom 20%

Poverty Rate 12.4% about average national

Median Home Value $241,200 below average

How Hugo town Compares

Median Household Income

Hugo town

$47,222

$92,470

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Hugo town

$241,200

$502,200

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 32.1%

$25K-$50K 19.4%

$50K-$100K 20.5%

$100K+ 28.0%

Employment

5.6% Unemployment Rate State: 4.5% | National: 5.2%

54.9% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 65.0%

Renter 35.0%

Affordability Index Expensive

5.1x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

28.8%

18-34

22.9%

35-54

24.0%

55-74

13.8%

75+

10.4%

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+)

Hugo town Rankings in Colorado

#235 Population of 471

#348 Median Income of 471

#267 Education of 471

#295 Home Value of 471

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Cities Similar to Hugo town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Manassa town	926	$56,484	$144,100	22.1%	12.7%
Haxtun town	957	$53,819	$221,300	25.5%	28.8%
Salt Creek CDP	852	$52,123	$268,200	27.4%	30.8%
Williamsburg town	963	$54,886	$218,300	11.7%	16.4%
Cheyenne Wells town	949	$61,705	$159,800	25.9%	11.6%

Population Overview

Hugo town is a small community located in Colorado. The total population is 915. It ranks as the 235th most populous out of 471 cities and towns in Colorado.

Age Demographics

The median age in Hugo town is 33.6 years. This is 10% lower than the state median of 37.5 years. With 28.8% of the population under 18, Hugo town has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community. 10.4% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Hugo town is $47,222. This is 49% lower than the state median of $92,470. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 40% lower. The poverty rate stands at 12.4%. This is 32% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.4%. The unemployment rate is 5.6%. This is 25% higher than the state rate of 4.5%. The median home value is $241,200. Housing costs are 52% lower than the state median of $502,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.1x. 65.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 2% lower than the state average of 66.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Hugo town is White (non-Hispanic), making up 81.9% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.1%. The Black or African American population (1.4%) is well below the state average of 3.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (5.1%) is well below the state average of 22.2%.

Education

26.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 42% 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 88.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Hugo 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 Hugo town, Colorado?

Hugo town, Colorado has a population of 915 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Hugo town is $47,222, which is 40% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Hugo town, CO?

The poverty rate in Hugo town is 12.4%. This means approximately 98 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Hugo town, Colorado?

Hugo town's population is 81.9% White, 1.4% Black, 5.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

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

The median home value in Hugo town is $241,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.1x.

How educated is Hugo town, Colorado?

26.1% of adults (25+) in Hugo town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.