Kiowa, Colorado Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Kiowa, Colorado had a total population of 673, the 256th largest town in Colorado, with a median household income of $92,625, which is 3% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Kiowa Quick Facts
How Kiowa 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 | 704 | 673 | -4.4% |
| Median household income | $62,917 | $92,625 | +47.2% |
| Median home value | $337,500 | $367,000 | +8.7% |
How Kiowa Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
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+)
Kiowa Rankings in Colorado
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Other Cities in Elbert County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ponderosa Park | 3,453 | $132,154 | 5.4% | $704,000 |
| Elizabeth | 2,244 | $112,986 | 2.0% | $475,900 |
| Simla | 423 | $44,688 | 31.0% | $251,400 |
| Elbert | 164 | $69,167 | 15.8% | $327,100 |
| Matheson | 34 | N/A | 14.7% | $360,000 |
Cities Similar to Kiowa
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Creek | 700 | $85,313 | $377,300 | 39.6% | 12.0% |
| Loghill Village | 618 | $89,297 | $823,700 | 70.0% | 8.1% |
| Silverton | 637 | $77,546 | $471,100 | 51.6% | 22.0% |
| Aspen Park | 742 | $104,167 | $693,100 | 54.5% | 0.0% |
| Empire | 672 | $66,797 | $356,500 | 19.4% | 12.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 673, Kiowa'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
Kiowa is a small community located in Colorado, within Elbert County. The total population is 673. It ranks as the 256th most populous out of 472 Census-designated places in Colorado.
Age Demographics
The median age in Kiowa is 30.9 years. This is 18% lower than the state median of 37.7 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Kiowa is $92,625. This is 3% lower than the state median of $95,470. It is also 15% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 15.7%. This is 67% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.4%. The unemployment rate is 2.8%. This is 39% lower than the state rate of 4.6%. The median home value is $367,000. Housing costs are 32% lower than the state median of $539,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.0x. 86.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 30% higher than the state average of 66.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Kiowa is White (non-Hispanic), making up 77.1% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 6.7%. The Black or African American population (1.0%) is well below the state average of 3.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (6.7%) is well below the state average of 22.5%. The Asian population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 3.2%.
Education
16.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 64% 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 93.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Kiowa, 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 Kiowa, Colorado?
Kiowa, Colorado has a population of 673 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Kiowa, CO?
The median household income in Kiowa is $92,625, which is 15% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Kiowa, CO?
The poverty rate in Kiowa is 15.7%. This means approximately 102 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Kiowa, Colorado?
Kiowa's population is 77.1% White, 1.0% Black, 6.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.1% Asian.
What is the median home value in Kiowa, CO?
The median home value in Kiowa is $367,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.0x.
How educated is Kiowa, Colorado?
16.5% of adults (25+) in Kiowa hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.