Lazear, Colorado Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Lazear, Colorado had a total population of 196, the 367th largest community in Colorado, with a median household income of $41,841, which is 56% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 48.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 56% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (48.5%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 3.8% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Lazear Quick Facts
How Lazear 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 | 164 | 196 | +19.5% |
How Lazear Compares
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Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 52 | National average: 61
Education
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Lazear Rankings in Colorado
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Other Cities in Delta County
Cities Similar to Lazear
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smeltertown | 188 | N/A | N/A | 11.5% | 76.6% |
| Capulin | 185 | N/A | N/A | 33.7% | 0.0% |
| Vilas | 184 | N/A | $65,000 | 16.2% | 34.8% |
| Seven Hills | 183 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Echo Hills | 180 | N/A | $920,700 | 100.0% | 6.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 196, Lazear'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
Lazear is a small community located in Colorado, within Delta County. The total population is 196. It ranks as the 367th most populous out of 472 Census-designated places in Colorado.
Age Demographics
The median age in Lazear is 72.0 years. This is 91% higher than the state median of 37.7 years. 10.2% 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 Lazear is $41,841. This is 56% lower than the state median of $95,470. It is also 48% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 48.5%. This is 413% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.4%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Lazear, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 91.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 38% higher than the state average of 66.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Lazear has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.4% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (4.6%) is well below the state average of 22.5%.
Education
3.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. This is 92% 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 70.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Lazear, 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 Lazear, Colorado?
Lazear, Colorado has a population of 196 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Lazear, CO?
The median household income in Lazear is $41,841, which is 48% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Lazear, CO?
The poverty rate in Lazear is 48.5%. This means approximately 95 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Lazear, Colorado?
Lazear's population is 94.4% White, 0.0% Black, 4.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Lazear, CO?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Lazear — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Lazear, Colorado?
3.8% of adults (25+) in Lazear hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.