Monument town, Colorado Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Monument town, Colorado Demographics
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As of 2026, Monument town, Colorado has a total population of 11,035, the 63rd largest city in Colorado, with a median household income of $114,654, which is 24% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.5%.

Monument town Quick Facts

Population 11,035

Median Household Income $114,654

Median Home Value $586,400

Poverty Rate 5.5%

Unemployment Rate 5.3%

Median Age 38.0 years

Homeownership Rate 78.5%

Affordability Ratio 5.1x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 57.5%

High School Graduation Rate 98.7%

Diversity Index 27/100

Population 11,035 63rd of 471

Median Income $114,654 top 30%

Poverty Rate 5.5% 56% lower national

Median Home Value $586,400 top 30%

How Monument town Compares

Median Household Income

Monument town

$114,654

$92,470

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Monument town

$586,400

$502,200

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 6.9%

$25K-$50K 15.7%

$50K-$100K 21.6%

$100K+ 55.8%

Employment

5.3% Unemployment Rate State: 4.5% | National: 5.2%

70.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 78.5%

Renter 21.5%

Affordability Index Expensive

5.1x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

28.8%

18-34

17.3%

35-54

30.4%

55-74

19.5%

75+

4.0%

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+)

Monument town Rankings in Colorado

#63 Population of 471

#96 Median Income of 471

#98 Education of 471

#120 Home Value of 471

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Cities Similar to Monument town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Gunbarrel CDP	10,424	$111,506	$789,200	69.9%	9.4%
Berthoud town	11,684	$111,297	$487,700	43.8%	3.1%
Wellington town	11,538	$103,888	$442,500	45.4%	9.5%
Cherry Creek CDP	11,011	$147,618	$856,800	75.1%	5.2%
Edwards CDP	10,415	$90,735	$747,700	57.9%	11.6%

Population Overview

Monument town is a small city located in Colorado. The total population is 11,035. It ranks as the 63rd most populous out of 471 cities and towns in Colorado.

Age Demographics

The median age in Monument town is 38.0 years. This is 1% higher than the state median of 37.5 years. With 28.8% of the population under 18, Monument town has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Monument town is $114,654. This is 24% higher than the state median of $92,470. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 46% higher. The poverty rate stands at 5.5%. This is 41% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.4%. The unemployment rate is 5.3%. This is 18% higher than the state rate of 4.5%. The median home value is $586,400. Housing costs are 17% higher than the state median of $502,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.1x. 78.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% higher than the state average of 66.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Monument town is White (non-Hispanic), making up 84.6% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 8.9%. The Black or African American population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 3.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (8.9%) is well below the state average of 22.2%.

Education

57.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 29% higher 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 98.7%. Notably, 28.3% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Monument 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 Monument town, Colorado?

Monument town, Colorado has a population of 11,035 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Monument town is $114,654, which is 46% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Monument town, CO?

The poverty rate in Monument town is 5.5%. This means approximately 607 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Monument town, Colorado?

Monument town's population is 84.6% White, 0.2% Black, 8.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.1% Asian.

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

The median home value in Monument town is $586,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.1x.

How educated is Monument town, Colorado?

57.5% of adults (25+) in Monument town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 28.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.