Kiowa County, Colorado Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Kiowa County is located in Colorado with a total population of 1,356. It is the 61st most populous county out of 64 in Colorado.

Age Demographics

The median age in Kiowa County is 43.9 years. This is 17% higher than the state median of 37.5 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Kiowa County is $56,389. This is 39% lower than the state median of $92,470. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 28% lower. The poverty rate stands at 12.8%. This is 36% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.4%. The unemployment rate is 0.0%. This is 100% lower than the state rate of 4.5%. The median home value is $148,600. Housing costs are 70% lower than the state median of $502,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Kiowa County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 69.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% higher than the state average of 66.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Kiowa County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.2% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 9.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (9.8%) is well below the state average of 22.2%.

Education

20.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 54% 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 90.9%.